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Continental Divide National Scenic Trail vs South Sister Climber 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
Continental Divide National Scenic Trail South Sister Climber Trail
Distance 3,099 mi4,988 km 5.8 mi9 km
Elevation gain 73,035 ft22,261 m 112 ft34 m
Typical duration — —
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network National —
Country United States United States
Best time to hike Best months: June, July, September Best from July to August
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Continental Divide National Scenic Trail vs South Sister Climber Trail: which should you hike?

At 3,099 mi4,988 km, Continental Divide National Scenic Trail is the longer route — roughly 3,094 mi4,979 km more than South Sister Climber Trail (5.8 mi9 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, South Sister Climber 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.