Great Divide Trail — Section E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass
~2 days · 24.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Great Divide Trail — Section E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass is known for
Section E2 of Great Divide Trail is an official 38.9 km point-to-point section from Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 19,009 ft to 26,663 ft over 24.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 9.4 mi · 39%
- Downhill 13.5 mi · 55%
- Flat 1.5 mi · 6%
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 E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Great Divide Trail — Section E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass scores 14/100, 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 E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass take?
Most backpackers hike the Great Divide Trail — Section E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 24.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Great Divide Trail — Section E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass?
The Great Divide Trail — Section E2: Nigel Pass to Maligne Pass climbs roughly 2,917 ft total — about 120 ft per mile, topping out near 8,159 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.