Long Path — Sections 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground
~3 days · 14.1 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Long Path — Sections 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground is known for
Sections 22–23 of Long Path is an official 23.5 km point-to-point section from Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,949 ft to 9,806 ft over 14.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 7.3 mi · 53%
- Downhill 5.3 mi · 38%
- Flat 1.2 mi · 9%
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 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Long Path — Sections 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground scores 27/100, 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 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground take?
Most backpackers hike the Long Path — Sections 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 14.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Long Path — Sections 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground?
The Long Path — Sections 22–23: Platte Clove Road to North Lake State Campground climbs roughly 4,616 ft total — about 327 ft per mile, topping out near 2,989 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.