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23.8 miles
Distance
3,462 ft
Climb
-3,445 ft
Descent
2 miles
High Point
17 ft
Altitude change
7,817 ft
Altitude min
9,146 ft
Altitude start
9,163 ft
Altitude end
-55%
Grade max
46.1%
Grade min
12 miles
Distance climb
11 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
A Wasatch Crest loop starting from Guardsmans pass and returning via the Mid Mountain trail. Lots of other options to connect on the loop and deviate from the Mid Mountain trail.
Detailed Description
Wasatch Crest Mid Mountain Loop is a 24 mile popular intermediate route located near Brighton Utah. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions. This route includes 23 trails. This route climbs 3,462 ft with a max elevation of 9,888 ft then descends -3,445 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Jul 8, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance24 miles
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Avg time6 hr 47 min
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Altitude min7,817 ft
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Altitude start9,146 ft
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Altitude end9,163 ft
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Climb3,462 ft
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Descent-3,445 ft
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Grade max-55%
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Grade min46.1%
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Distance climb12 miles
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Distance down11 miles
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Distance flat1 mile
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Trails in Route
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Ridge Connector - Park City, UT - MTB Trail Preview
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Wasatch Crest (North) - Park City, UT - MTB Trail Preview
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