Berryman Trail
1 days · 24.8 mi · moderate · Loop
Quick facts
What the Berryman Trail is known for
The Berryman Trail is a 24.8-mile loop through the wooded hills of Mark Twain National Forest. Its 1,969 feet of gain make it a moderate backpacking route.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,035 ft to 3,960 ft over 24.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.6 mi · 35%
- Downhill 10.9 mi · 45%
- Flat 5.0 mi · 20%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Berryman Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Berryman Trail scores 10/100, 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 Berryman Trail?
The Berryman Trail climbs roughly 1,969 ft total — about 79 ft per mile, topping out near 1,224 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from the USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails dataset (EDW), a work of the US federal government in the public domain. 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.