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How Steep is the Trail?

November 14, 2021

Hikers frequently ask, "How steep is the trail?". Fair question. A well graded trail can be more enjoyable than a constant uphill/downhill slog. Here are trail grades for 4 of the nations iconic trails. Click on an image for a much wider graph. For a detailed elevation chart for any part of the trail, go to your favorite trail map and zoom to your area of interest.

PCT Grade

CDT Grade

AT Grade

JMT Grade

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