Mid State Trail — Section 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area
~2 days · 14.8 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Mid State Trail — Section 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area is known for
Section 19 of Mid State Trail is an official 24.63 km point-to-point section from US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,648 ft to 7,490 ft over 14.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.0 mi · 40%
- Downhill 6.0 mi · 41%
- Flat 2.7 mi · 19%
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 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Mid State Trail — Section 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area scores 12/100, 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 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area take?
Most backpackers hike the Mid State Trail — Section 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 14.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Mid State Trail — Section 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area?
The Mid State Trail — Section 19: US 6 to PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area climbs roughly 1,929 ft total — about 130 ft per mile, topping out near 2,287 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.