Northville-Placid Trail
~11 days · 137.3 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Northville-Placid Trail is known for
The Adirondacks' classic long path, threading lake after wilderness lake through some of the quietest country in New York on its way from Northville to Lake Placid.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 814 ft to 2,910 ft over 137.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 9.1 mi · 7%
- Downhill 11.5 mi · 8%
- Flat 116.8 mi · 85%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Northville-Placid Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Northville-Placid Trail scores 43/100, a relative rating across the 569 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 Northville-Placid Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Northville-Placid Trail in about 11 days (10 nights out) over its 137.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Northville-Placid Trail?
The Northville-Placid Trail climbs roughly 13,104 ft total — about 95 ft per mile, topping out near 3,028 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.