Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus
~5 days · 50.3 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus is known for
Region 6 of Superior Hiking Trail is an official 87.2 km point-to-point section from Pincushion Mountain Trailhead to Northern Terminus (270-Degree Overlook).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,991 ft to 5,889 ft over 50.3 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 22.9 mi · 46%
- Downhill 18.7 mi · 37%
- Flat 8.3 mi · 17%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus 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 Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus take?
Most backpackers hike the Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 50.3 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus?
The Superior Hiking Trail — Region 6: Pincushion Mountain to Northern Terminus climbs roughly 7,753 ft total — about 154 ft per mile, topping out near 1,831 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.