Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch

Mount Hamilton can be cycled from 3 sides. Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Mount Hamilton via Quimby Road & Mount Hamilton from Alum Rock.

Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch 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!

Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch is 6.2 mi long.

The average gradient of Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch is 7.6%.

Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 11.7%.

The summit of Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch is at 4196 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 01:14:15 to climb Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch. At 7 mph the time is 00:52:33, and at 9 mph 00:40:57. For the fastest cyclists, 00:30:46 is an achievable time.

Mount Hamilton from The Arnold Ranch is located in the region California in United States.