Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge
~2 days · 19.5 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge is known for
Sections 4–5 of Larapinta Trail is an official 33.9 km point-to-point section from Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 7,523 ft to 12,808 ft over 19.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 10.6 mi · 55%
- Downhill 7.3 mi · 38%
- Flat 1.5 mi · 8%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge scores 29/100, 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 Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge take?
Most backpackers hike the Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 19.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge?
The Larapinta Trail — Sections 4–5: Standley Chasm to Hugh Gorge climbs roughly 6,549 ft total — about 336 ft per mile, topping out near 3,944 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.