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12.0 miles
Distance
2,623 ft
Climb
-2,622 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
7,148 ft
Altitude min
7,943 ft
Altitude start
7,943 ft
Altitude end
-43%
Grade max
42.1%
Grade min
6 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
2,310 ft
Distance flat
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Detailed Description
Thunder Mountain Loop is a 12 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Carson Spur California. This hike only route and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 7 trails. This route climbs 2,623 ft with a max elevation of 9,382 ft then descends -2,622 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Jul 5, 2026)
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Jul 5, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance12 miles
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Avg time11 hr 14 min
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Altitude min7,148 ft
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Altitude start7,943 ft
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Altitude end7,943 ft
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Climb2,623 ft
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Descent-2,622 ft
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Grade max-43%
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Grade min42.1%
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Distance climb6 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat2,310 ft
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Physical ratingModerate
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