Larapinta Trail vs Larapinta Trail Section 1
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Larapinta Trail | Larapinta Trail Section 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 240 km | 24 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,168 m | 502 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | National | National |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Best time to hike | — | Best from June to August |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Larapinta Trail vs Larapinta Trail Section 1: which should you hike?
At 240 km, Larapinta Trail is the longer route — roughly 215 km more than Larapinta Trail Section 1 (24 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Larapinta Trail Section 1 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.