Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore
~3 days · 30.9 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore is known for
Section 11 of Ozark Highlands Trail is an official 49.9 km point-to-point section from Spring Creek Trailhead, Sylamore area (ONF; OHT mile 222 on OHTA's continuing chainage) to Matney Knob Trailhead (OHT mile 253).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,312 ft to 4,488 ft over 30.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.8 mi · 45%
- Downhill 14.4 mi · 47%
- Flat 2.3 mi · 8%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore scores 23/100, 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 Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore take?
Most backpackers hike the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 30.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore?
The Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 11: Sylamore climbs roughly 6,539 ft total — about 212 ft per mile, topping out near 1,394 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.