Mid State Trail — Section 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border
~2 days · 17 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Mid State Trail — Section 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border is known for
Section 20 of Mid State Trail is an official 30.16 km point-to-point section from PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York border.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,563 ft to 5,899 ft over 17 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.8 mi · 40%
- Downhill 6.0 mi · 36%
- Flat 4.1 mi · 24%
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 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Mid State Trail — Section 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border 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 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border take?
Most backpackers hike the Mid State Trail — Section 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 17 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Mid State Trail — Section 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border?
The Mid State Trail — Section 20: PA 287 at Ives Run Recreation Area to New York Border climbs roughly 2,172 ft total — about 128 ft per mile, topping out near 1,818 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.