Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline
~3 days · 22.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline is known for
Passage 26 of Arizona Trail is an official 38.5 km point-to-point section from Pine Trailhead to Mogollon Rim.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 17,772 ft to 23,625 ft over 22.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.7 mi · 56%
- Downhill 8.1 mi · 36%
- Flat 2.0 mi · 9%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline scores 20/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline take?
Most backpackers hike the Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 22.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline?
The Arizona Trail — Passage 26: Highline climbs roughly 4,705 ft total — about 205 ft per mile, topping out near 7,257 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — 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.