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2.7 miles
Distance
264 ft
Climb
-259 ft
Descent
00:38:49
Avg time
5 ft
Altitude change
809 ft
Altitude min
945 ft
Altitude max
921 ft
Altitude start
925 ft
Altitude end
-19.2%
Grade max
20.3%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
1,572 ft
Distance flat
00:38:49
Avg time
Western Loop Details
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Activities
- Nordic Ski
- Gravel Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaWalden Trails
Sudbury, Ontario -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity75 in Nordic Skiing [+]
- 50 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Global Ranking
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeDoubletrack
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Snow GroomingClassic / Skating
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Land OwnerCity of Greater Sudbury
This access trail is part of the Walden Cross Country's (WCC) nordic ski trail network. Dogs, on leash, are allowed on the trails when the trails are not groomed for cross country skiing. It is not maintained in the summer for riding.
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A membership with Walden Cross Country is required for access this trail during the Winter Season
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 34 rides
- 9 miles avg distance
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(46.406410, -81.201780)
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The 9km is tracked for classic and skate skiing. It includes several moderate climbs and descents.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Western Loop
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Where is Western Loop located?
Western Loop is located in Walden Trails, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the Walden Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.40641, -81.20178.
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How hard is Western Loop?
Western Loop is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Western Loop?
Western Loop has 80 m of elevation gain. The trail has 79 m of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 247 m to 288 m.
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How long is Western Loop?
Western Loop is 4.3 km long. The trail type is doubletrack.
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