5.8 miles
Distance
923 ft
Climb
-892 ft
Descent
3,182 ft
High Point
31 ft
Altitude change
2,443 ft
Altitude min
2,491 ft
Altitude start
2,523 ft
Altitude end
0.1%
Grade
-30.2%
Grade max
35.6%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
873 ft
Distance flat

Great after work route or when you just need a quickie.

Detailed Description
Quick Round Mountain Loop is a 6 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Nevada City California. This mountain bike only route and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 6 trails. This route climbs 923 ft with a max elevation of 3,182 ft then descends -892 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: Apr 11, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    6 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 6 min
  • Altitude min
    2,443 ft
  • Altitude start
    2,491 ft
  • Altitude end
    2,523 ft
  • Climb
    923 ft
  • Descent
    -892 ft
  • Grade
    0.1%
  • Grade max
    -30.2%
  • Grade min
    35.6%
  • Distance climb
    3 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    873 ft

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  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    2
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