Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville)
~5 days · 36.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville) is known for
Section 40 of Long Path is an official 58.9 km point-to-point section from Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,699 ft to 5,696 ft over 36.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 15.6 mi · 43%
- Downhill 12.4 mi · 34%
- Flat 8.1 mi · 23%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville)?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville) scores 13/100, 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 Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville) take?
Most backpackers hike the Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville) in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 36.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville)?
The Long Path — Section 40: Saratoga County line to Northville–Placid Trail (Waterfront Park, Northville) climbs roughly 2,881 ft total — about 79 ft per mile, topping out near 1,752 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.