Benton MacKaye Trail vs Hidden Canyon
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Benton MacKaye Trail | Hidden Canyon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 267 mi429 km | 1.0 mi2 km |
| Elevation gain | 25,551 ft7,788 m | 1,562 ft476 m |
| Typical duration | 19 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 from April to May |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Benton MacKaye Trail vs Hidden Canyon: which should you hike?
At 267 mi429 km, Benton MacKaye Trail is the longer route — roughly 266 mi428 km more than Hidden Canyon (1.0 mi2 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Hidden Canyon 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.