Mount Aix to Nelson Ridge Lollipop (WA)

Yakima County, Washington, United States

27.1 miles (43.7 km) · 9,717 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Mount Aix to Nelson Ridge Lollipop (WA) covers 27.1 miles across Yakima County, Washington, United States. Runners face 9,717 feet of climbing with 9,630 feet of loss. The most significant ascent covers 5.9 miles and gains 3,995 feet. Vertical rate measures 360 feet of gain per mile. The course is 23% runnable, with the remainder requiring hiking on steep or technical sections. Trail comprises the majority of the course. Technical difficulty: mountainous. This route ranks at the 89.09th percentile for difficulty among similar distances. Popular among trail runners and hikers seeking Washington adventures.