Mid State Trail — Section 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164
~2 days · 12.6 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Mid State Trail — Section 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164 is known for
Section 4 of Mid State Trail is an official 20.56 km point-to-point section from PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164 near Martinsburg.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,530 ft to 6,663 ft over 12.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.3 mi · 50%
- Downhill 5.2 mi · 41%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 9%
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 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Mid State Trail — Section 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164 scores 15/100, 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 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164 take?
Most backpackers hike the Mid State Trail — Section 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164 in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 12.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Mid State Trail — Section 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164?
The Mid State Trail — Section 4: PA 36 at Loysburg Gap to PA 164 climbs roughly 2,228 ft total — about 177 ft per mile, topping out near 2,037 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.