Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford
~3 days · 20 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford is known for
Section 9 of Ozark Highlands Trail is an official 33.5 km point-to-point section from Richland Creek Campground Trailhead (OHT mile 143.2) to Woolum Ford Trailhead (OHT mile 164, Boston Mountains / Buffalo River boundary).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,195 ft to 6,234 ft over 20 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.7 mi · 34%
- Downhill 8.3 mi · 42%
- Flat 4.8 mi · 24%
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 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford scores 15/100, 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 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford take?
Most backpackers hike the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 20 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford?
The Ozark Highlands Trail — Section 9: Richland Creek Campground to Woolum Ford climbs roughly 3,091 ft total — about 155 ft per mile, topping out near 1,919 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.