18.4 miles
Distance
754 ft
Climb
-782 ft
Descent
1,004 ft
High Point
-26 ft
Altitude change
743 ft
Altitude min
792 ft
Altitude start
768 ft
Altitude end
-23.6%
Grade max
13.6%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
9 miles
Distance flat

A cool loop from Bowie High School

Detailed Description
Bowie Loop is a 18 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Austin Texas. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 29 trails. This route climbs 754 ft with a max elevation of 1,004 ft then descends -782 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Sep 13, 2023)

Local Trail Association

Local trail association
Austin Ridge Riders Mountain Bike Club (www.austinridgeriders.com)
Please consider joining or donating to the local riding association to support trail development & maintenance.

Stats

  • Distance
    18 miles
  • Avg time
    2 hr 54 min
  • Altitude min
    743 ft
  • Altitude start
    792 ft
  • Altitude end
    768 ft
  • Climb
    754 ft
  • Descent
    -782 ft
  • Grade max
    -23.6%
  • Grade min
    13.6%
  • Distance climb
    4 miles
  • Distance down
    5 miles
  • Distance flat
    9 miles

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  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
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