Long Path — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch
~4 days · 27.5 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Long Path — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch is known for
Sections 18–20 of Long Path is an official 47.88 km point-to-point section from Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,657 ft to 13,186 ft over 27.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.4 mi · 49%
- Downhill 12.7 mi · 47%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 4%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Long Path — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Long Path — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch scores 31/100, 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 — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch take?
Most backpackers hike the Long Path — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 27.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Long Path — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch?
The Long Path — Sections 18–20: Denning Road to Silver Hollow Notch climbs roughly 8,855 ft total — about 322 ft per mile, topping out near 4,183 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.