Arizona Trail
37 days · 751.7 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Arizona Trail is known for
Arizona Trail is a 35-50 (thru)-day backpacking route in Arizona.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 5,531 ft to 29,019 ft over 751.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 201.0 mi · 27%
- Downhill 260.7 mi · 35%
- Flat 289.6 mi · 39%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Arizona Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Arizona Trail scores 77/100, 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 much elevation gain is on the Arizona Trail?
The Arizona Trail climbs roughly 106,345 ft total — about 141 ft per mile, topping out near 9,131 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.