Bear Hill from Woodland

Bear Hill can be cycled from 2 sides. Bear Hill from Woodland is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Detmold Hill from Midland.

Bear Hill from Woodland is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Bear Hill from Woodland is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Bear Hill from Woodland is not a problem.

Bear Hill from Woodland is 2.4 mi long.

The average gradient of Bear Hill from Woodland is 7.1%.

Bear Hill from Woodland has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 15.2%.

The summit of Bear Hill from Woodland is at 2651 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 00:28:27 to climb Bear Hill from Woodland. At 7 mph the time is 00:20:08, and at 9 mph 00:15:41. For the fastest cyclists, 00:11:47 is an achievable time.

Bear Hill from Woodland is located in the region Maryland in United States.