Wildcat Hollow Trail
~2 days · 14.5 mi · easy · Loop
Quick facts
What the Wildcat Hollow Trail is known for
A 15-mile backpacking loop in Wayne National Forest near Glouster in southeast Ohio, following ridgetops and stream bottoms through alternating hardwood and pine forest. A 5-mile short loop shares the same trailhead. Easy terrain by backpacking standards; most overnighters take 2 days.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,464 ft to 3,497 ft over 14.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 5.8 mi · 40%
- Downhill 6.7 mi · 46%
- Flat 2.0 mi · 14%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Wildcat Hollow Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Wildcat Hollow Trail scores 10/100, 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 Wildcat Hollow Trail take?
Most backpackers hike the Wildcat Hollow Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 14.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Wildcat Hollow Trail?
The Wildcat Hollow Trail climbs roughly 1,522 ft total — about 105 ft per mile, topping out near 1,070 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.