Northville–Placid Trail — Section 1: Northville to Benson
~2 days · 11.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Northville–Placid Trail — Section 1: Northville to Benson is known for
Section 1 of Northville–Placid Trail is an official 20.23 km point-to-point section from Northville (trailhead arch, South Main Street) to Benson (Benson Road / CR 6 trailhead).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,897 ft to 5,469 ft over 11.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.1 mi · 52%
- Downhill 5.4 mi · 46%
- Flat 0.3 mi · 2%
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 — Section 1: Northville to Benson?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Northville–Placid Trail — Section 1: Northville to Benson scores 18/100, 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 Northville–Placid Trail — Section 1: Northville to Benson take?
Most backpackers hike the Northville–Placid Trail — Section 1: Northville to Benson in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 11.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Northville–Placid Trail — Section 1: Northville to Benson?
The Northville–Placid Trail — Section 1: Northville to Benson climbs roughly 2,631 ft total — about 221 ft per mile, topping out near 1,673 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.