Owyhigh Lakes Loop (WA)

Pierce County, Washington, United States

34.0 miles (54.7 km) · 8,193 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

The Owyhigh Lakes Loop (WA) route traverses 34.0 miles through Pierce County, Washington, United States. Elevation gain totals 8,193 feet, with 8,148 feet of descent. The most significant ascent covers 7.0 miles and gains 3,278 feet. Vertical rate measures 243 feet of gain per mile. About 46% of the distance is runnable terrain. Terrain is predominantly trail. Technical difficulty: mountainous. This route ranks at the 82.9th percentile for difficulty among similar distances. The route draws trail runners and hikers interested in technical terrain in Washington.