Bartram Trail vs Mailbox Peak Trail
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Bartram Trail | Mailbox Peak Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 99 mi159 km | 2.8 mi4 km |
| Elevation gain | 10,991 ft3,350 m | 3,976 ft1,212 m |
| Typical duration | 7 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Regional | Local |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best from October to November | Best months: July, September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Bartram Trail vs Mailbox Peak Trail: which should you hike?
At 99 mi159 km, Bartram Trail is the longer route — roughly 96 mi154 km more than Mailbox Peak Trail (2.8 mi4 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mailbox Peak Trail is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.