Larapinta Trail — Sections 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River
~2 days · 23.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Larapinta Trail — Sections 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River is known for
Sections 9–10 of Larapinta Trail is an official 37.7 km point-to-point section from Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 6,890 ft to 11,421 ft over 23.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.8 mi · 38%
- Downhill 9.8 mi · 42%
- Flat 4.6 mi · 20%
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 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Larapinta Trail — Sections 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River scores 19/100, 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 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River take?
Most backpackers hike the Larapinta Trail — Sections 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 23.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Larapinta Trail — Sections 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River?
The Larapinta Trail — Sections 9–10: Serpentine Chalet Dam to Finke River climbs roughly 4,416 ft total — about 189 ft per mile, topping out near 3,553 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.