Hayduke Trail
39 days · 643.2 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Hayduke Trail is known for
Hayduke Trail is a 50-70 (thru)-day backpacking route in Utah / Arizona.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 8,589 ft to 28,760 ft over 643.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 252.5 mi · 39%
- Downhill 150.4 mi · 23%
- Flat 240.0 mi · 37%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Hayduke Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Hayduke Trail scores 79/100, 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 much elevation gain is on the Hayduke Trail?
The Hayduke Trail climbs roughly 109,865 ft total — about 171 ft per mile, topping out near 9,150 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — 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.