Sourdough Mountain Loop
A Trail Run Up to Sourdough Mountain
Trail Running Extreme
- Distance
- 37 km
- Ascent
- 2.3 km
- Descent
- 2.3 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 268 m
- High Point
- 1.8 km
- Gradient
- 18˚
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be extreme. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 268 m to the maximum altitude of 1.8 km, the route covers 37 km, 2302 vertical metres of ascent and 2303 vertical metres of descent.
Description
A run over Rose Dam, through Diablo Lake Resort and up to Sourdough Mountain.
Difficulty
Extreme
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.