Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail landscape

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Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail

~2 days · 23 mi · hard · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance23 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain7,001 ft
Gain / mile304 ft
High point9,829 ft

What the Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail is known for

This route follows the crest of Utah's Bear River Range through the Mount Naomi Wilderness, passing below Naomi Peak (9,980 ft), the range's high point — roughly 20 miles point-to-point as mapped, with the full published corridor near 24 miles. Camping is dispersed throughout the wilderness, with lakes providing water along the way.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 19,902 ft to 31,850 ft over 23 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 11.9 mi · 52%
  • Downhill 10.4 mi · 46%
  • Flat 0.6 mi · 2%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 23 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail?

The Mount Naomi National Recreation Trail climbs roughly 7,001 ft total — about 304 ft per mile, topping out near 9,829 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — 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.

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