Hundred-Mile Wilderness
~9 days · 91.4 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Hundred-Mile Wilderness is known for
The Appalachian Trail's famed Hundred-Mile Wilderness runs from Monson, Maine to Abol Bridge on the doorstep of Baxter State Park — the longest stretch of the AT without a paved resupply road. About 100 miles point-to-point through lake country, root-and-rock footway, and the Chairback and Whitecap ranges; most backpackers take 8-10 days and start with a heavy food carry.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,713 ft to 11,109 ft over 91.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 34.7 mi · 38%
- Downhill 40.7 mi · 45%
- Flat 15.2 mi · 17%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Hundred-Mile Wilderness?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Hundred-Mile Wilderness scores 35/100, 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 Hundred-Mile Wilderness take?
Most backpackers hike the Hundred-Mile Wilderness in about 9 days (8 nights out) over its 91.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Hundred-Mile Wilderness?
The Hundred-Mile Wilderness climbs roughly 14,557 ft total — about 159 ft per mile, topping out near 3,615 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.