14.2 miles
Distance
976 ft
Climb
-946 ft
Descent
1,402 ft
High Point
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.
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9 Reviews & Comments
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bizango-x
(Apr 2, 2022 at 20:29)
(Apr 2, 2022 at 20:29)
Trail Rim Job
One of the most fun sections of trail in this area. Up and down and in and out of interesting terrain.
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bizango-x
(Apr 2, 2022 at 20:24)
(Apr 2, 2022 at 20:24)
Trail Gorge Climb
Not a bad climb, though there is one tricky rock garden. We usually ride the loop cw, so we end up coming down this.
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bizango-x
(Apr 2, 2022 at 20:21)
(Apr 2, 2022 at 20:21)
Trail Ancient lakes descent
Hike a bike on the steeper parts going up (and maybe on the way down as well). The upper section is nice singletrack with some rock obstacles thrown in to keep it interesting.
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Pinsx3
(Nov 9, 2021 at 11:13)
Trail Rim Job
We had a blast on this trail. After the upper Mesa Trail heading back from the amphitheater to the parking lot, it was a welcome change from the ancient lakes descent. A lot of it was extremely fast and Flowy Peppered with basalt. This was really the only trail of the day where we could rip. This was in November so maybe the underbrush was lower. I do not see any of the issues set forth in the prior comment.
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tskpe
(Mar 27, 2021 at 16:50)
(Mar 27, 2021 at 16:50)
Trail Potholes Blvd
The number of visitors is steadily increasing. 70 vehicles mid afternoon at north potholes parking lot on recent 2021 March weekend. Highly recommend a midweek visit.
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BTdubby
(Mar 20, 2021 at 22:28)
(Mar 20, 2021 at 22:28)
Trail Ancient lakes descent
Sketchily loose in a kinda fun way?
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emaw
(Apr 5, 2019 at 11:38)
Trail Ancient lakes descent
All clear. Loose rocks abound on steep sections.
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Riding area
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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eBike Allowed
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
More Stats for Ancient Lakes Loop mountain bike route
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Altitude min870 ft
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Altitude start1,016 ft
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Altitude end1,047 ft
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Grade max-39.7%
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Grade min125.4%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat3 miles
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Ancient Lakes Descent Trail MTB
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