Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction
~3 days · 33.9 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction is known for
Section A1 of Great Divide Trail is an official 53.2 km point-to-point section from International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 13,865 ft to 26,532 ft over 33.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 19.3 mi · 58%
- Downhill 12.5 mi · 37%
- Flat 1.7 mi · 5%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction scores 42/100, 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 Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction take?
Most backpackers hike the Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 33.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction?
The Great Divide Trail — Section A1: International Boundary to Mount Rowe–Sage Pass junction climbs roughly 14,052 ft total — about 415 ft per mile, topping out near 8,251 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.