Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880
~2 days · 20 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880 is known for
Section 12 of Mid State Trail is an official 33.31 km point-to-point section from PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880 at Ravensburg State Park.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,389 ft to 7,073 ft over 20 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 10.3 mi · 52%
- Downhill 8.3 mi · 42%
- Flat 1.4 mi · 7%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880 scores 20/100, 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 Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880 take?
Most backpackers hike the Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880 in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 20 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880?
The Mid State Trail — Section 12: PA 192 at R.B. Winter State Park to PA 880 climbs roughly 4,242 ft total — about 212 ft per mile, topping out near 2,182 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.