Reavis Ranch Trail landscape

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Reavis Ranch Trail

~2 days · 16.5 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance16.5 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain2,014 ft
Gain / mile122 ft
High point5,322 ft
Difficulty index14/100

What the Reavis Ranch Trail is known for

Reavis Ranch Trail #109 crosses the eastern Superstition Wilderness between Rogers Trough and the Reavis trailhead, about 15-17 miles point-to-point. The old ranch site and its surviving apple orchard sit near the midpoint and make the usual camp.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Reavis Ranch Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 12,011 ft to 17,320 ft over 16.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 4.2 mi · 25%
  • Downhill 10.9 mi · 67%
  • Flat 1.3 mi · 8%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

How hard is the Reavis Ranch Trail?

14 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Reavis Ranch Trail scores 14/100, a relative rating across the 569 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 Reavis Ranch Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Reavis Ranch Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 16.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Reavis Ranch Trail?

The Reavis Ranch Trail climbs roughly 2,014 ft total — about 122 ft per mile, topping out near 5,322 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — 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.

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