Buckeye Trail (Pemberville) landscape

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Buckeye Trail (Pemberville)

~5 days · 56.4 mi · easy · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance56.4 mi
Days out5
Elevation gain246 ft
Gain / mile4 ft
High point692 ft

What the Buckeye Trail (Pemberville) is known for

The Pemberville section of the Buckeye Trail crosses about 56 miles of flat farmland, country roads, and small towns in Lucas, Wood, and Sandusky Counties in northwest Ohio. An easy point-to-point stretch of the statewide loop, best planned around town stops rather than backcountry camps.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Buckeye Trail (Pemberville) on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 1,982 ft to 2,270 ft over 56.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 0.5 mi · 1%
  • Downhill 0.6 mi · 1%
  • Flat 55.2 mi · 98%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Buckeye Trail (Pemberville) take?

Most backpackers hike the Buckeye Trail (Pemberville) in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 56.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Buckeye Trail (Pemberville)?

The Buckeye Trail (Pemberville) climbs roughly 246 ft total — about 4 ft per mile, topping out near 692 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.

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