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Gray Wolf Pass 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
Gray Wolf Pass Trail Mailbox Peak Trail
Distance 3.3 mi5 km 2.8 mi4 km
Elevation gain 52 ft16 m 3,976 ft1,212 m
Typical duration 1 day 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 July to July Best months: July, September
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Gray Wolf Pass Trail vs Mailbox Peak Trail: which should you hike?

At 3.3 mi5 km, Gray Wolf Pass Trail is the longer route — roughly 0.5 mi1 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.