This track was recorded on the ground by an actual expedition vehicle.
Makalu Foothills Hike
5 km dirt hike in the lower Makalu region with 238 m of climbing to 2,182 m.
Trail Map
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Trail Profile
General Instructions
Monsoon brings leeches and slippery trails; carry rain gear and treat stream water.
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27.6138, 87.2667
Slide to preview conditions across the entire route • Point: 27.6138, 87.2667 @ 1928m
Quick Stats
Highlights
- Arun valley
- Tashigaon village
- Terraced hillsides
Field Radio Protocol
VHF-UHF Communication
Propagation Telemetry
Ridge Line
92%Gorge Floor
18%Sector Relay: Sector Alpha Relay• 12-18 KM Range
Regulatory Compliance
VHF/UHF frequencies are for monitoring and emergency coordination only. Transmitting on these bands may require an Amateur Radio License or regional government permits. Check local telecommunications laws before operation.
Technical Analysis
Total Ascent
+238 m
Total Descent
-73 m
Ruggedness Index
Terrain Roughness Index
Vertical displacement per km. Typical range: 0 (Smooth) to 100+ (Extreme Mountain).
57.5
Tortuosity Index
Route Curviness Index
Ratio of actual path to straight line. Typical range: 1.0 (Direct) to 3.0+ (Switchbacks).
1.41
Gradient Distribution
Surface & Hydrology
Surface Spectrum Analysis
Includes only technical water fords where the vehicle actively enters a stream or riverbed. Permanent bridges are excluded from this count.
Difficulty Analysis
Difficulty is determined by a technical multi-vector analysis of elevation profile, surface quality, and topographic intensity.
Bounding Box (WGS84)
Point Spacing: 1.8 m • Engine: TrailX Precision GPX ANALYTICS v1.0.0
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