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12.0 miles
Distance
919 ft
Climb
-925 ft
Descent
1,623 ft
High Point
-7 ft
Altitude change
1,048 ft
Altitude min
1,054 ft
Altitude start
1,047 ft
Altitude end
-74%
Grade max
48.6%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
5 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
Intermediate Trail Loop on Montesano. Includes some flow and fun downhill sections.
Have care on the Sinks Trail downhill section as some parts are loose and rocky.
Detailed Description
Intermediate Loop is a 12 mile popular intermediate route located near Huntsville Alabama. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 14 trails. This route climbs 919 ft with a max elevation of 1,623 ft then descends -925 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Oct 14, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance12 miles
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Avg time1 hr 43 min
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Altitude min1,048 ft
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Altitude start1,054 ft
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Altitude end1,047 ft
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Climb919 ft
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Descent-925 ft
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Grade max-74%
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Grade min48.6%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down5 miles
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Distance flat2 miles
21 Reviews & Comments
Tdeery
Great route. First time out and had to stop a good bit to ensure where I was. Technical climb at the start, some good XC and then some great downhilling on Sinks and Bankhead Parkway. Good mix of mountain biking.
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Trails in Route
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
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