Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12
~2 days · 14.1 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12 is known for
Section 12 of the Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail, one of the Sheltowee Trace Association's numbered day sections of Kentucky's 300-plus-mile trace through Daniel Boone National Forest. About 12 miles point-to-point, sized for an overnight on its own or easily combined with adjacent sections.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,595 ft to 4,327 ft over 14.1 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 4.2 mi · 30%
- Downhill 6.7 mi · 48%
- Flat 3.0 mi · 21%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12 scores 13/100, 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 Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12 take?
Most backpackers hike the Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12 in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 14.1 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12?
The Sheltowee Trace NRT — Section 12 climbs roughly 1,627 ft total — about 115 ft per mile, topping out near 1,319 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.