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19.3 miles
Distance
4,181 ft
Climb
-4,195 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
-11 ft
Altitude change
9,190 ft
Altitude min
11,640 ft
Altitude start
11,627 ft
Altitude end
-76.1%
Grade max
51.7%
Grade min
9 miles
Distance climb
9 miles
Distance down
3,517 ft
Distance flat
High altitude loop starting on top of Kennebec mtn.
Detailed Description
Upper kennebec Loop is a 19 mile moderately popular extreme route located near Durango Colorado. This mountain bike only route. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 4,181 ft with a max elevation of 12,284 ft then descends -4,195 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Jun 22, 2026)
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Jun 4, 2026)
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Distance19 miles
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Avg time9 hr 23 min
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Altitude change-11 ft
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Altitude min9,190 ft
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Altitude start11,640 ft
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Altitude end11,627 ft
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Climb4,181 ft
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Descent-4,195 ft
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Grade max-76.1%
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Grade min51.7%
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Distance climb9 miles
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Distance down9 miles
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Distance flat3,517 ft
8 Reviews & Comments
Jessesayss
A few down trees traversing to bear creek trail. Otherwise excellent conditions.
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Difficulty ratingDouble Black Diamond
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