· Regional
Moderate
Backbone Trail
📏
11.8 km
Distance
⏱
2h 57min
Est. duration
⛰
Moderate
Difficulty
➡
Linear
Route type
A 11.8 km Regional Hiking trail, Backbone Trail takes walkers through a varied section of terrain.
Covering 11.8 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 2 hours and 38 minutes.
This linear trail moves from one end to the other without looping back. A return journey by transport — or retracing the path — is needed to get back to the start.
A Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail weaves through the regional landscape connecting villages, viewpoints, and countryside.
Elevation Profile
Loading elevation data…
Elevation data unavailable for this route.
↑ Elevation gain
↓ Elevation loss
High point
Low point
Elevation data from SRTM via OpenTopoData (open dataset).
Map
View on OSM →Loading…
Waypoints
5 points along the routeA
Start
B
Finish
Photos
No photos yet for this route.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Log in to write a review
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it to walk Backbone Trail?
Backbone Trail covers a distance of 11.8 km.
How long does it take to walk Backbone Trail?
At an average walking pace, Backbone Trail takes approximately 2h 57min to complete.
Do I need to return the same way on Backbone Trail?
No — Backbone Trail is a one-way trail. You will need to arrange return transport or retrace the route.
What are the start coordinates of Backbone Trail?
The trailhead for Backbone Trail is located near 31.5085, -93.0341.
How difficult is Backbone Trail?
Backbone Trail is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Who maintains the Backbone Trail trail?
Backbone Trail is maintained and managed by United States Forest Service.