Ozark Trail — Section Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk
~4 days · 34.5 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Ozark Trail — Section Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk is known for
Section Taum Sauk of Ozark Trail is an official 57.9 km point-to-point section from Highway A Trailhead to Highway 21 Trailhead.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,733 ft to 5,696 ft over 34.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 16.6 mi · 49%
- Downhill 14.4 mi · 42%
- Flat 3.2 mi · 9%
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 Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Ozark Trail — Section Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk scores 23/100, 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 Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk take?
Most backpackers hike the Ozark Trail — Section Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk in about 4 days (3 nights out) over its 34.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Ozark Trail — Section Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk?
The Ozark Trail — Section Taum Sauk: Taum Sauk climbs roughly 6,732 ft total — about 195 ft per mile, topping out near 1,768 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.