Adventure Hiking Trail
~3 days · 26.1 mi · moderate · Loop
Quick facts
What the Adventure Hiking Trail is known for
A roughly 25-mile loop through O'Bannon Woods State Park and the surrounding Harrison-Crawford State Forest above the Ohio River in southern Indiana. The trail passes cliff formations, sinkholes, ravines, and old homestead sites, with first-come overnight shelters along the way. It is hilly for Indiana and carries little water, so most parties take 2-3 days and cache water at road crossings.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,486 ft to 2,897 ft over 26.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 10.3 mi · 41%
- Downhill 11.9 mi · 47%
- Flat 3.2 mi · 12%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Adventure Hiking Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Adventure Hiking Trail in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 26.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Adventure Hiking Trail?
The Adventure Hiking Trail climbs roughly 3,622 ft total — about 139 ft per mile, topping out near 886 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.