Hayduke Trail — Section 10
~6 days · 74 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Hayduke Trail — Section 10 is known for
Section 10 of the Hayduke Trail follows the Arizona Trail south across the Kaibab Plateau from the Utah state line to the Saddle Mountain-Nankoweap trailhead at the Grand Canyon's North Rim. About 61 point-to-point miles of high plateau forest that set up the descent into the canyon.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 16,381 ft to 29,751 ft over 74 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 40.4 mi · 55%
- Downhill 16.6 mi · 23%
- Flat 16.7 mi · 23%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Hayduke Trail — Section 10?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Hayduke Trail — Section 10 scores 29/100, 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 Hayduke Trail — Section 10 take?
Most backpackers hike the Hayduke Trail — Section 10 in about 6 days (5 nights out) over its 74 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Hayduke Trail — Section 10?
The Hayduke Trail — Section 10 climbs roughly 8,123 ft total — about 110 ft per mile, topping out near 9,134 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.