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Monroe Furnace – Whipple Dam State Park loop from Whipple Dam State Park

Monroe Furnace – Whipple Dam State Park loop from Whipple Dam State Park

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Monroe Furnace – Whipple Dam State Park loop from Whipple Dam State Park

01:30

25.9km

340m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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6.56 km

Hubler Gap

Mountain Pass

14.1 km

Monroe Furnace

Highlight • Historical Site

This rubble, located in the trees to the east of the road, is all that remains of a historic iron furnace from the mid 1800s. Although there's not much left …

Tip by

20.2 km

Viewpoint

25.1 km

Laurel Run Road

Highlight • Trail

After a nice descent to Whipple Dam, get ready for 10 km of climbing.

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25.8 km

Whipple Dam State Park

Highlight • Lake

Whipple Dam State Park covers 256 acres around Whipple Lake. Many outdoor activities are available to visitors such as swimming, picnicking, beach volleyball, boating, fishing, and more.

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25.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.7 km

1.84 km

267 m

Surfaces

11.2 km

10.4 km

4.24 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Thursday 16 July

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Monroe Furnace

Laurel Run Road

Whipple Dam State Park

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