Ice Age National Scenic Trail
39 days · 1668.4 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ice Age National Scenic Trail is known for
Ice Age National Scenic Trail is a 60+ (thru)-day backpacking route in Wisconsin.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,926 ft to 5,801 ft over 1668.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 0.0 mi · 0%
- Downhill 0.0 mi · 0%
- Flat 1667.8 mi · 100%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Ice Age National Scenic Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ice Age National Scenic Trail scores 67/100, 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 Ice Age National Scenic Trail?
The Ice Age National Scenic Trail climbs roughly 46,352 ft total — about 28 ft per mile, topping out near 1,932 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.