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2.4 miles
Distance
213 ft
Climb
-218 ft
Descent
00:23:47
Avg time
-4 ft
Altitude change
911 ft
Altitude min
992 ft
Altitude max
923 ft
Altitude start
919 ft
Altitude end
-14.6%
Grade max
20.7%
Grade min
4,718 ft
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
2,615 ft
Distance flat
00:23:47
Avg time

Skull Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Mcknight Lake
    Chaska, Minnesota
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #170684 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #105920 in E-Biking
    • #138345 in Trail Running
    • #4373 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

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AI Generated Description

Skull Loop is a 2 mile moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Chaska Minnesota. This multi-use trail can be used one direction. On average it takes 23 minutes to complete this trail.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Semajtf Semajtf
      Last part of this loop is now closed and on private property, according to the no trespassing sign.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Skull Loop located?
      Skull Loop is located in Mcknight Lake, Chaska, Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Mcknight Lake trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.83863, -93.61193.
      ▼ How hard is Skull Loop?
      Skull Loop is rated as Blue difficulty.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Skull Loop?
      Skull Loop has 213 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 218 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 911 ft to 992 ft.
      ▼ Is Skull Loop a point to point trail?
      Yes, Skull Loop is a point to point trail. The direction is One Direction. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Skull Loop?
      Skull Loop is 2.4 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Skull Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Skull Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Skull Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Skull Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Skull Loop?
      The estimated time to ride Skull Loop is approximately 24 minutes. The trail is 2.4 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Skull Loop?
      Skull Loop is a moderately popular trail. There have been 148 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 282 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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