Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas
~2 days · 18.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas is known for
Section 6 of Ozark Highlands Trail is an official 30.7 km point-to-point section from Ozone Campground Trailhead (OHT mile 84.7) to Fort Douglas Trailhead, aka Big Piney Creek (OHT mile 103.8).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,477 ft to 6,040 ft over 18.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 7.3 mi · 40%
- Downhill 9.7 mi · 53%
- Flat 1.4 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 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas scores 20/100, 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 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas take?
Most backpackers hike the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 18.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas?
The Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 6: Ozone Campground to Fort Douglas climbs roughly 4,068 ft total — about 221 ft per mile, topping out near 1,844 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.