more stats
1.2 miles
Distance
180 ft
Climb
-181 ft
Descent
00:09:21
Avg time
-1 ft
Altitude change
1,165 ft
Altitude min
1,295 ft
Altitude max
1,279 ft
Altitude start
1,280 ft
Altitude end
-0%
Grade
-28.3%
Grade max
18.4%
Grade min
2,894 ft
Distance climb
1,949 ft
Distance down
1,509 ft
Distance flat
00:09:21
Avg time

Skull Cap Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Aetna Mountain Trails
    Chattanooga, Tennessee
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 65 in E-Biking
    • 65 in Trail Running
    • 70 in Hiking
    • 5 in Adaptive Biking
  • Trail Exposure
    Normal
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    • Both Directions for Adaptive Biking
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    Tennessee River Gorge Trust

The Skull Cap Loop Trail is a 1 mile relatively easy trail within the larger Aetna Mountain Trail System Offer a wide trail corridor and rolling terrain, this trail is well suited for first time riders, children and adaptive mountain bikers.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 4 rides
  • 7 miles average
6 Months
  • 12 rides
  • 7 miles avg distance
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  • 26 rides
  • Last: Sep 14, 2026
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Avg: 4.13 (1 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions About Green Loop

      ▼ Where is Green Loop located?
      Green Loop is located in Aetna Mountain Trails, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States. It is part of the Aetna Mountain Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.01115, -85.41001.
      ▼ How hard is Green Loop?
      Green Loop is rated as Green difficulty.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Green Loop?
      Green Loop has 180 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 181 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,165 ft to 1,295 ft.
      ▼ Is Green Loop a point to point trail?
      Green Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Green Loop?
      Green Loop is 1.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Green Loop?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Green Loop. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Green Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Green Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Green Loop?
      The estimated time to ride Green Loop is approximately 9 minutes. The trail is 1.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Green Loop?
      Green Loop is a moderately popular trail. There have been 92 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 140 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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