Long Path — Sections 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati
~3 days · 15.5 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Long Path — Sections 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati is known for
Sections 4–5 of Long Path is an official 26.15 km point-to-point section from Long Clove to Lake Skannatati.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 443 ft to 3,832 ft over 15.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.8 mi · 45%
- Downhill 6.6 mi · 43%
- Flat 1.9 mi · 13%
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 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Long Path — Sections 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati scores 17/100, 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 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati take?
Most backpackers hike the Long Path — Sections 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 15.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Long Path — Sections 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati?
The Long Path — Sections 4–5: Long Clove to Lake Skannatati climbs roughly 2,982 ft total — about 192 ft per mile, topping out near 1,243 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.