more stats
3.1 miles
Distance
1,496 ft
Climb
-335 ft
Descent
00:56:24
Avg time
1,161 ft
Altitude change
9,194 ft
Altitude min
10,548 ft
Altitude max
9,387 ft
Altitude start
10,548 ft
Altitude end
7%
Grade
-43.786%
Grade max
238.048%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
4,002 ft
Distance down
905 ft
Distance flat
00:56:24
Avg time

Germania Pass Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Alta
    , Utah
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
    • 15 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T2 Mountain Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Doubletrack
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Black Diamond
  • Physical Rating
    Hard
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1

This is another one of those super steep service roads. The Town of Alta Map calls it Germania Pass via East Greeley.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Germania Pass Trail Reports

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Jul 11, 2026 @ 9:24am (America/Denver)
Jul 11, 2026
Jul 3, 2026 @ 1:55pm (America/Denver)
Jul 3, 2026
really rough on the bottom was dug up a lot in the first mile very loose and rocky but ideal otherwise
Jul 8, 2025 @ 2:26pm
Jul 8, 2025
Sep 20, 2024 @ 11:36am
Sep 20, 2024
Ideal after recent snow dusting. Firm and snow-free
Jul 7, 2024 @ 6:44pm
Jul 7, 2024
Mostly dry, but a few snow patches remain, with a 100m long one at Glory Hole.
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on Jul 11, 2026
Dry
Avg: 3.89 (4 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to germania-pass trailhead (40.580120, -111.613620)

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      4 Reviews & Comments

      white-shark-424
      Two words: ball buster. This trail is pretty steep and has just enough loose rocks and boulders to sap your momentum. I made it, but it wasn’t fun
      adrennan adrennan
      If you were looking for an awful gravel climb, look no further! It is beautiful and it gets you to the top in a hurry. Generally at a grade that is climbable.
      cw801
      The lower portion of this trail, near the bottom Sugarloaf lift, will be closed from 8/16/23-8/23/23 while we perform maintenance on the lift cable. If you’re aiming for Sugarloaf peak or the BMT at Snowbird, please use the Collins Gulch road.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Germania Pass located?
      Germania Pass is located in Alta, Utah, United States. It is part of the Alta trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 40.58012, -111.61362.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Germania Pass?
      Germania Pass has 1,496 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 335 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 9,194 ft to 10,548 ft.
      ▼ Is Germania Pass a point to point trail?
      Germania Pass is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ How long is Germania Pass?
      Germania Pass is 3.1 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Germania Pass?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Germania Pass. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Germania Pass?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Germania Pass are:
      • July (12 activities)
      • September (9 activities)
      • October (4 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Germania Pass? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Germania Pass are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Germania Pass?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 56 minutes to ride Germania Pass. The trail is 3.1 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Germania Pass?
      Germania Pass is a moderately popular trail. There have been 451 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 437 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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