Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing
~2 days · 11.8 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing is known for
Section 2 of Benton MacKaye Trail is an official 20 km point-to-point section from Three Forks (FS 58 Noontootla Rd) to GA 60 southern crossing (Little Skeenah Creek).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 6,296 ft to 10,666 ft over 11.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 5.5 mi · 47%
- Downhill 5.1 mi · 44%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 9%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing scores 18/100, 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 Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing take?
Most backpackers hike the Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 11.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing?
The Benton MacKaye Trail — Section 2: Three Forks to GA 60 southern crossing climbs roughly 2,546 ft total — about 216 ft per mile, topping out near 3,251 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.