Bartram Trail
~7 days · 101.7 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Bartram Trail is known for
A mountain route tracing naturalist William Bartram's 1775 wanderings from the Chattooga River through the Nantahalas, crossing the Appalachian Trail atop Cheoah Bald.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,614 ft to 5,180 ft over 101.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 37.2 mi · 37%
- Downhill 27.2 mi · 27%
- Flat 37.3 mi · 37%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Bartram Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Bartram Trail scores 59/100, a relative rating across the 569 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 Bartram Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Bartram Trail in about 7 days (6 nights out) over its 101.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Bartram Trail?
The Bartram Trail climbs roughly 25,108 ft total — about 247 ft per mile, topping out near 5,341 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.