Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch
~2 days · 18.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch is known for
Section 3 of Ozark Highlands Trail is an official 31.9 km point-to-point section from Cherry Bend Trailhead (OHT mile 35.3) to Lick Branch Trailhead (OHT mile 55.1).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,864 ft to 7,664 ft over 18.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 7.6 mi · 41%
- Downhill 9.9 mi · 53%
- Flat 1.3 mi · 7%
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 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch scores 24/100, 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 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch take?
Most backpackers hike the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 18.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch?
The Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 3: Cherry Bend to Lick Branch climbs roughly 5,121 ft total — about 271 ft per mile, topping out near 2,362 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.