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72.7 miles
Distance
4,162 ft
Climb
-4,184 ft
Descent
1 mile
High Point
-22 ft
Altitude change
4,620 ft
Altitude min
4,715 ft
Altitude start
4,692 ft
Altitude end
-34.6%
Grade max
45.5%
Grade min
33 miles
Distance climb
32 miles
Distance down
8 miles
Distance flat
The Cathedral Valley Loop is a great overnight bikepacking adventure through the remote and rugged northern region of Capitol Reef National Park. The route follows sandy doubletrack up to Cathedral Valley Campground and then descends down through beautiful Cathedral Valley, known for its giant monoliths. The full loop is about 72 miles with no water sources.
Detailed Description
Cathedral Valley Loop is a 73 mile less popular intermediate route located near Torrey Utah. This mountain bike primary route. This route climbs 4,162 ft with a max elevation of 7,012 ft then descends -4,184 ft.
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Stats
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Distance73 miles
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Altitude min4,620 ft
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Altitude start4,715 ft
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Altitude end4,692 ft
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Climb4,162 ft
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Descent-4,184 ft
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Grade max-34.6%
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Grade min45.5%
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Distance climb33 miles
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Distance down32 miles
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Distance flat8 miles
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Route TypeLoop
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