Buckeye Trail (Norwalk)
~5 days · 51.8 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Buckeye Trail (Norwalk) is known for
The Norwalk section of the Buckeye Trail covers about 52 gentle miles of farmland, small villages, and rail-trail through Huron, Erie, and Lorain counties in northern Ohio. A flat point-to-point stretch with much of the walking on rail-trail and quiet roads.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,260 ft to 3,077 ft over 51.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 2.7 mi · 5%
- Downhill 0.4 mi · 1%
- Flat 48.3 mi · 94%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Buckeye Trail (Norwalk)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Buckeye Trail (Norwalk) scores 11/100, 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 (Norwalk) take?
Most backpackers hike the Buckeye Trail (Norwalk) in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 51.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Buckeye Trail (Norwalk)?
The Buckeye Trail (Norwalk) climbs roughly 614 ft total — about 12 ft per mile, topping out near 942 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.