Long Path — Sections 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest
~3 days · 19.1 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Long Path — Sections 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest is known for
Sections 36–37 of Long Path is an official 31.78 km point-to-point section from Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,119 ft to 4,662 ft over 19.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.3 mi · 60%
- Downhill 5.8 mi · 30%
- Flat 1.9 mi · 10%
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 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Long Path — Sections 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest scores 11/100, 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 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest take?
Most backpackers hike the Long Path — Sections 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 19.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Long Path — Sections 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest?
The Long Path — Sections 36–37: Altamont to Featherstonhaugh State Forest climbs roughly 1,880 ft total — about 98 ft per mile, topping out near 1,421 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.