Mid State Trail — Section 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction
~2 days · 14.3 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Mid State Trail — Section 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction is known for
Section 8 of Mid State Trail is an official 24.33 km point-to-point section from PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction with Standing Stone Trail.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 4,318 ft to 7,933 ft over 14.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 7.0 mi · 49%
- Downhill 4.5 mi · 32%
- 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 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Mid State Trail — Section 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction scores 11/100, 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 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction take?
Most backpackers hike the Mid State Trail — Section 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 14.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Mid State Trail — Section 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction?
The Mid State Trail — Section 8: PA 26 at Jo Hays Vista to Detweiler Junction climbs roughly 1,713 ft total — about 120 ft per mile, topping out near 2,418 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.