Mt Tam Hwy 1 to Radar Dome
Segment in Mill Valley. 10.48km, 729m elevation difference. Average grade is 7.0% with the steepest quarter mile at 9.1%. Completed by 49 athletes.
Description
Ascending from Hwy 1 to the Radar Dome on Mt. Tamalpais offers a unique blend of physical challenge and scenic beauty. This particular climb stretches for 6.51 miles and manages to amass an elevation gain of 2,392 feet, setting an average grade of 7.0%. The road leads you through some of Marin County's most picturesque landscapes, culminating at the radar dome—a distinctive feature atop the mountain that is visible from various points in the San Francisco Bay Area. Mt. Tamalpais itself is a revered peak, standing as the highest in Marin County, and it's celebrated not only for its commanding views but for its historical and environmental significance as well. The climb to the radar dome is a journey that offers cyclists both a physical test and a rich, visually immersive experience.
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