Long Path — Sections 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line
~3 days · 18.5 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Long Path — Sections 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line is known for
Sections 38–39 of Long Path is an official 30.26 km point-to-point section from Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 797 ft to 4,380 ft over 18.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.7 mi · 37%
- Downhill 7.5 mi · 41%
- Flat 3.9 mi · 22%
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 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Long Path — Sections 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line scores 8/100, 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 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line take?
Most backpackers hike the Long Path — Sections 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 18.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Long Path — Sections 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line?
The Long Path — Sections 38–39: Featherstonhaugh State Forest to Saratoga County line climbs roughly 1,240 ft total — about 67 ft per mile, topping out near 1,342 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.