Kettle Crest Trail North
~5 days · 29.4 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Kettle Crest Trail North is known for
Kettle Crest Trail is a 2-4-day backpacking route in Washington.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 15,381 ft to 22,949 ft over 29.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.4 mi · 43%
- Downhill 16.3 mi · 56%
- Flat 0.5 mi · 2%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Kettle Crest Trail North?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Kettle Crest Trail North scores 21/100, 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 Kettle Crest Trail North take?
Most backpackers hike the Kettle Crest Trail North in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 29.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Kettle Crest Trail North?
The Kettle Crest Trail North climbs roughly 5,620 ft total — about 191 ft per mile, topping out near 7,116 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.