Climbing Sherman Pass, WA by bike - cycling data and info

United States Washington Sherman Pass

5.1

FIETS

22.5 mi

DISTANCE

4,363 ft

GAINED

ELEVATION GAINED

3.5 %

AVG. GRADE

AVG. GRADIENT

FULL CLIMB STATS

INTRO

"Sherman Pass is a big climb in central Washington to altitude. The highest year round pass in the state, the climb of its east side is a long one but there is a shoulder on the road for riding. never steep, the first 9 miles are over quite shallow grade and through thick woods. Beyond that section the grade increases a bit and the hill takes on a more alpine feel. Soon the trees indicate altitude and the climb ends at the signed summit between big rock walls created when the road grade was blasted from the mountain. The west side of Sherman is also a solid climb (13.9 miles at 4.3% grade)." (This quote is presented with the approval of John Summerson, from his book, The Complete Guide to Climbing (by Bike), 2nd Edition, pg. 228.)

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.

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Consider doing this climb as an out and back with Sherman Pass WA West - (Map).