Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground
~2 days · 18.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground is known for
Section 7 of Ozark Highlands Trail is an official 32.2 km point-to-point section from Fort Douglas Trailhead, aka Big Piney Creek (OHT mile 103.8) to Fairview Campground Trailhead (OHT mile 123.8).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,359 ft to 7,126 ft over 18.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 11.7 mi · 62%
- Downhill 6.2 mi · 33%
- Flat 0.9 mi · 5%
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 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground scores 29/100, 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 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground take?
Most backpackers hike the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground 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 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground?
The Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 7: Fort Douglas to Fairview Campground climbs roughly 6,293 ft total — about 333 ft per mile, topping out near 2,172 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.