Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville)
~5 days · 59.1 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville) is known for
The New Straitsville Section of Ohio's Buckeye Trail runs about 61 miles point-to-point through the forests, coal-country history, and villages of Morgan, Athens, Hocking, and Perry Counties, including stretches through the Wayne National Forest. Expect a mix of foot trail and road walking typical of the Buckeye Trail.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,293 ft to 3,704 ft over 59.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 20.9 mi · 36%
- Downhill 19.8 mi · 34%
- Flat 18.2 mi · 31%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville) scores 19/100, 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 Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville) take?
Most backpackers hike the Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville) in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 59.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville)?
The Buckeye Trail (New Straitsville) climbs roughly 5,620 ft total — about 95 ft per mile, topping out near 1,129 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.