The Jakes Creek Trail has a maximum elevation of 4,114 ft., a minimum elevation of 2,287 ft. and an elevation range of 1,827 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
3.9 mi | 2,287 ft | 4,114 ft | 1,827 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
2.2 hrs | 152.2 | 1,827 ft | 0 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
1.6 hrs | 0.0 | 0 ft | 1,827 ft |
The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.
Download the PDF Jakes Creek Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.
The following chart illustrates the difficulty of hiking the Jakes Creek Trail compared to two other trails. The x-axis is cumulative elevation gain and the y-axis is maximum elevation. The length of the trail is reflected in the size of the bubble.
The length of the trail is 3.9 miles (6.2 km) or 8,628 steps.
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 2.2 hours in one direction and in 1.6 hours in the opposite direction.
Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin.
(cdc.gov)