more stats
1.2 miles
Distance
20 ft
Climb
-144 ft
Descent
00:02:34
Avg time
-123 ft
Altitude change
3,781 ft
Altitude min
3,913 ft
Altitude max
3,913 ft
Altitude start
3,789 ft
Altitude end
-2%
Grade
-15.1%
Grade max
4%
Grade min
1,181 ft
Distance climb
3,340 ft
Distance down
1,690 ft
Distance flat
00:02:34
Avg time

Tetherow Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Phil's
    Bend, Oregon
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    65 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 40 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #123770 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #80105 in Trail Running
    • #155029 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,213 in Mountain Biking · Oregon [+]
    • #1,379 in Trail Running
    • #2,338 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Skinny, Other
  • Land Owner
    USFS - Deschutes Ranger District

Loop trail around Tetherow, combine with the Tetherow Return trail and Alpine Park for a full loop, although some sections you are required to ride along the sidewalk. There are some neat beginner features throughout.

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Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 4 rides
  • 18 miles average
6 Months
  • 72 rides
  • 19 miles avg distance
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  • 305 rides
  • Last: Oct 25, 2026
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Avg: 3.74 (2 votes)
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Tetherow Loop located?
      Tetherow Loop is located in Phil's, Bend, Oregon, United States. It is part of the Phil's trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.02493, -121.36708.
      ▼ How hard is Tetherow Loop?
      Tetherow Loop is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 2%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Tetherow Loop?
      Tetherow Loop has 20 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 144 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 3,781 ft to 3,913 ft.
      ▼ Is Tetherow Loop a point to point trail?
      Tetherow Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Tetherow Loop?
      Tetherow Loop is 1.2 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Tetherow Loop?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Tetherow Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Tetherow Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Tetherow Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Tetherow Loop?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Tetherow Loop. The trail is 1.2 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Tetherow Loop?
      Tetherow Loop is a moderately popular trail. There have been 2,812 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 2,805 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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