Wapack Trail
~2 days · 20.7 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Wapack Trail is known for
The Wapack Trail follows a skyline of small monadnocks for 21.5 miles from Mount Watatic in Ashburnham, Massachusetts to North Pack Monadnock in Greenfield, New Hampshire. Opened in 1923, it is point-to-point with repeated short climbs over open ledges, typically done as a 2-day trip.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 4,124 ft to 7,470 ft over 20.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.6 mi · 42%
- Downhill 10.1 mi · 49%
- Flat 2.0 mi · 10%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Wapack Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Wapack Trail scores 21/100, 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 Wapack Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Wapack Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 20.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Wapack Trail?
The Wapack Trail climbs roughly 4,573 ft total — about 221 ft per mile, topping out near 2,290 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.