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Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe

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Elevation profile Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe

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Difficulty points 475
Length 31.1 mi
Average gradient 2.6%
Steepest segment 6%
Total ascent 4213 ft

Short recap

7 hairpin turns
#22 toughest climb of Washington
#98 most elevation gain of North America
#65 longest climb of World
#30 average steepest climb of Washington
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Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe is a climb in the region Washington. It is 31.1 mi long and bridges 4213 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 2.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 475. The top of the ascent is located at 5417 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: National Park Highway, Nisqually Entrance to Longmire Road & Longmire-to-Paradise Road

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Climbing times

5 mph 06:15:40
7 mph 04:25:57
9 mph 03:27:15
12 mph 02:35:43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Paradise / Mount Rainier can be cycled from 3 sides. Paradise / Mount Rainier via Stevens Canyon Road is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe & Paradise / Mount Rainier from Packwood.

You don't need special gearing for Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe is 31.1 mi long.

The average gradient of Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe is 2.6%.

Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 6%.

The summit of Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe is at 5417 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 06:15:40 to climb Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe. At 7 mph the time is 04:25:57, and at 9 mph 03:27:15. For the fastest cyclists, 02:35:43 is an achievable time.

Paradise / Mount Rainier from Elbe is located in the region Washington in United States.

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