5.5
FIETS
22.5 mi
DISTANCE
4,484 ft
GAINED
3.6 %
AVG. GRADE
FULL CLIMB STATS
INTRO
This is the highest and second longest bike climb in Washington State.
Eliminating descent from the gradient equation raises the average grade from 3.6% to 4.2%. 59% (13.3 miles) is at 5-10%, and 29% (6.6 miles) is at 5-10%. The steepest quarter-mile is 8% and the steepest mile is 6.9%.
Consult the PJAMM "Full Forecast" feature for the time you expect to arrive at the finish to assess what clothing to bring on your ride.
Roadway: This is a two lane highway in good condition with modest to descent shoulder throughout.
Traffic: Mild.
Parking: On the side of the road at climb start or at the fast food parking lot just beyond (Map; Street View).
Provisions: None on the route, but there is a restaurant at Barney's Junction at the start of the climb. 
Consider doing this climb as an out and back with Sherman Pass WA West - (Map).
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