Mid State Trail — Section 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim
~2 days · 14.1 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Mid State Trail — Section 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim is known for
Section 17 of Mid State Trail is an official 24.64 km point-to-point section from PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim and Morris.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,799 ft to 6,135 ft over 14.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.9 mi · 49%
- Downhill 6.8 mi · 48%
- Flat 0.4 mi · 3%
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 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Mid State Trail — Section 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim scores 18/100, 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 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim take?
Most backpackers hike the Mid State Trail — Section 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 14.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Mid State Trail — Section 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim?
The Mid State Trail — Section 17: PA 414 at Blackwell to PA 287 near Antrim climbs roughly 3,041 ft total — about 216 ft per mile, topping out near 1,873 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.