Ozark Trail — Section 6: Current River
~3 days · 29.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ozark Trail — Section 6: Current River is known for
Section 6 of Ozark Trail is an official 48.3 km point-to-point section from Powder Mill Trailhead to Highway 60 Trailhead.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,818 ft to 4,252 ft over 29.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.5 mi · 45%
- Downhill 12.6 mi · 42%
- Flat 3.8 mi · 13%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Ozark Trail — Section 6: Current River?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Trail — Section 6: Current River 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 Trail — Section 6: Current River take?
Most backpackers hike the Ozark Trail — Section 6: Current River in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 29.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ozark Trail — Section 6: Current River?
The Ozark Trail — Section 6: Current River climbs roughly 3,602 ft total — about 120 ft per mile, topping out near 1,302 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.