Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy
~3 days · 12.7 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy is known for
Out-and-back along the Crest Trail #182 from Sandy Point on Bursum Road into the high country of the Mogollon Range in the Gila National Forest, climbing through fir and aspen past Hummingbird Saddle and following the crest toward the Mogollon Baldy lookout. The line shown is the one-way route, about 12 miles; most parties camp high and take 2-3 days for the round trip.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 29,977 ft to 35,285 ft over 12.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 7.4 mi · 59%
- Downhill 4.6 mi · 36%
- Flat 0.6 mi · 5%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy scores 21/100, 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 Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy take?
Most backpackers hike the Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 12.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy?
The Mogollon Crest to Mogollon Baldy climbs roughly 3,307 ft total — about 260 ft per mile, topping out near 10,755 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. 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.