Buckeye Trail (Bedford)
~5 days · 64.7 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Buckeye Trail (Bedford) is known for
The Bedford section of Ohio's Buckeye Trail covers 66.8 miles point-to-point across northeast Ohio, from the Brecksville Reservation area northeast to Headlands Beach on Lake Erie. It links Cleveland Metroparks reservations and the Cuyahoga Valley corridor with stretches of connector road; designated camping along the way is limited, so plan overnights ahead.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,883 ft to 3,950 ft over 64.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 17.5 mi · 27%
- Downhill 12.4 mi · 20%
- Flat 33.8 mi · 53%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Buckeye Trail (Bedford)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Buckeye Trail (Bedford) scores 18/100, 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 Buckeye Trail (Bedford) take?
Most backpackers hike the Buckeye Trail (Bedford) in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 64.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Buckeye Trail (Bedford)?
The Buckeye Trail (Bedford) climbs roughly 3,051 ft total — about 47 ft per mile, topping out near 1,230 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.