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12.7 miles
Distance
1,199 ft
Climb
-1,230 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
-28 ft
Altitude change
6,178 ft
Altitude min
6,493 ft
Altitude start
6,467 ft
Altitude end
-49.8%
Grade max
36.7%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
Loop from Alpine Meadows valley through Page Meadows to Tahoe City and then back up the Truckee River Bike Trail.
Detailed Description
Alpine Page Meadows Loop is a 13 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Tahoe City California. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 9 trails. This route climbs 1,199 ft with a max elevation of 7,255 ft then descends -1,230 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Closed: 2 trails (newest: May 3, 2026)
- Significant Issue / Amber: 2 trails (newest: Jun 23, 2026)
Stats
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Distance13 miles
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Avg time1 hr 44 min
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Altitude min6,178 ft
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Altitude start6,493 ft
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Altitude end6,467 ft
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Climb1,199 ft
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Descent-1,230 ft
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Grade max-49.8%
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Grade min36.7%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down5 miles
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Distance flat2 miles
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Trails in Route
| 1,896 ft | |||||
| 2 miles | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 3,360 ft | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 2 miles | |||||
| 2,060 ft | |||||
| 223 ft | |||||
| 4 miles |
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
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