Tunxis Trail
5 days · 86.9 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Tunxis Trail is known for
Tunxis Trail is a 4-6-day backpacking route in Connecticut.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 883 ft to 4,554 ft over 86.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 24.5 mi · 28%
- Downhill 38.0 mi · 44%
- Flat 24.4 mi · 28%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Tunxis Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Tunxis Trail scores 28/100, 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 Tunxis Trail?
The Tunxis Trail climbs roughly 10,089 ft total — about 116 ft per mile, topping out near 1,398 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.