Trail Between the Lakes
1 days · 26.9 mi · easy · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Trail Between the Lakes is known for
This 26.9-mile route crosses Sabine National Forest between Toledo Bend Reservoir and Sam Rayburn Reservoir. With only 889 feet of elevation gain, it is easy by climbing demands, though the distance remains substantial.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 732 ft to 1,355 ft over 26.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.5 mi · 32%
- Downhill 6.7 mi · 25%
- Flat 11.7 mi · 43%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Trail Between the Lakes?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Trail Between the Lakes scores 7/100, 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 much elevation gain is on the Trail Between the Lakes?
The Trail Between the Lakes climbs roughly 889 ft total — about 33 ft per mile, topping out near 420 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from the USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails dataset (EDW), a work of the US federal government in the public domain. 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.