Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point landscape

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Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point

~3 days · 27.9 mi · hard · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance27.9 mi
Days out3
Elevation gain4,639 ft
Gain / mile166 ft
High point965 ft
Difficulty index18/100

What the Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point is known for

Section 8 of Ozark Trail is an official 46.7 km point-to-point section from FR 3152 Trailhead to Ozark Trail Eleven Point Terminus.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 1,765 ft to 3,100 ft over 27.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 12.4 mi · 45%
  • Downhill 13.5 mi · 49%
  • Flat 1.8 mi · 6%

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 8: Eleven Point?

18 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point scores 18/100, 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 8: Eleven Point take?

Most backpackers hike the Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 27.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point?

The Ozark Trail — Section 8: Eleven Point climbs roughly 4,639 ft total — about 166 ft per mile, topping out near 965 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. 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.

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