Onondaga Trail
~4 days · 37.6 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Onondaga Trail is known for
The Onondaga branch of the Finger Lakes Trail (co-aligned with the North Country Trail) as mapped: ~38 miles from DeRuyter to Highland Forest, over Morgan Hill State Forest and past Tinker Falls and Labrador Hollow.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 3,907 ft to 6,555 ft over 37.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 17.2 mi · 46%
- Downhill 19.1 mi · 51%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 3%
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 Onondaga Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Onondaga Trail in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 37.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Onondaga Trail?
The Onondaga Trail climbs roughly 6,112 ft total — about 163 ft per mile, topping out near 2,034 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.