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1.9 miles
Distance
25 ft
Climb
-1,102 ft
Descent
00:16:23
Avg time
-1,077 ft
Altitude change
4,927 ft
Altitude min
6,004 ft
Altitude max
6,004 ft
Altitude start
4,928 ft
Altitude end
-10.6%
Grade
-60.8%
Grade max
14.6%
Grade min
495 ft
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
541 ft
Distance flat
00:16:23
Avg time

Genoa Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Mountain Bike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Genoa Trail System
    Genoa, Nevada
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #103169 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #21437 in Trail Running
    • #23295 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    April-November
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Year Opened
    2012
  • Land Owner
    U.S. Forest Service

This is a 2-mile section of the overall Genoa Loop. Though the trail is only slightly steeper in some locations, it is the extreme drop-offs and very tight switchbacks that make this section goose bumpy. Excellent views. Horses and bikes not advised. Know your skill level.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Apr 9, 2026 @ 8:11am (America/Los_Angeles)
Apr 9, 2026
 Trail is optimal. Predicting rain/snow this weekend so conditions are subject to change.
Jan 18, 2025 @ 4:02pm
Jan 18, 2025
Apr 12, 2021 @ 8:03am
Apr 12, 2021
Aug 30, 2020 @ 9:34am
Aug 30, 2020
 Corners arnt too blown out
Jun 8, 2019 @ 5:23am
Jun 8, 2019
 Windy day, going up!
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Ideal
Avg: 4.13 (1 votes)
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        Directions to genoa-loop trailhead (38.997640, -119.856870)

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Genoa Loop

        ▼ Where is Genoa Loop located?
        Genoa Loop is located in Genoa Trail System, Genoa, Nevada, United States. It is part of the Genoa Trail System trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.99764, -119.85687.
        ▼ How hard is Genoa Loop?
        Genoa Loop is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 10.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Genoa Loop?
        Genoa Loop has 25 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,102 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 4,927 ft to 6,004 ft.
        ▼ How long is Genoa Loop?
        Genoa Loop is 1.9 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.

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