14.2 miles
Distance
976 ft
Climb
-946 ft
Descent
1,402 ft
High Point
30 ft
Altitude change
870 ft
Altitude min
1,016 ft
Altitude start
1,047 ft
Altitude end
-39.7%
Grade max
125.4%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
3 miles
Distance flat

This route touches some of the best trails in the area from fast and flowy single track by the Columbia River, punchy climbs near the Gorge Amphitheater and a technical, rocky descent to the picturesque lakes.

Detailed Description
Ancient Lakes Loop is a 14 mile popular intermediate route located near Quincy Washington. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 7 trails. This route climbs 976 ft with a max elevation of 1,402 ft then descends -946 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Mar 22, 2025)
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Stats

  • Distance
    14 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 33 min
  • Altitude min
    870 ft
  • Altitude start
    1,016 ft
  • Altitude end
    1,047 ft
  • Climb
    976 ft
  • Descent
    -946 ft
  • Grade max
    -39.7%
  • Grade min
    125.4%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    6 miles
  • Distance flat
    3 miles

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    Ancient Lakes
  • Primary Activity
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  • Difficulty rating
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  • Route Type
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  • eBike Allowed
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  • Bike type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
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    Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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    Gorge Bound
    May 2, 2026 @ 8:30am (America/Vancouver)
    May 2, 2026
    		tall grasses overgrowing the trail in a few places (maybe 50ft total) but not too big an issue
    North Potholes
    May 2, 2026 @ 8:30am (America/Vancouver)
    May 2, 2026
    		This part is in great shape single/double track. One small puddle near the western end
    Ancient Lakes Descent
    May 2, 2026 @ 8:30am (America/Vancouver)
    May 2, 2026
    		it is in good shape for what it is: partially biking down a scree chute
    Rim Job
    Mar 21, 2026 @ 6:42pm (America/Los_Angeles)
    Mar 21, 2026
    Upper Mesa
    Mar 21, 2026 @ 6:42pm (America/Los_Angeles)
    Mar 21, 2026
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