Larapinta Trail vs Overland Track section 6
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 | Overland Track section 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 240 km | 17 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,168 m | 342 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | National | National |
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Best time to hike | — | Best from February to February |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Larapinta Trail vs Overland Track section 6: which should you hike?
At 240 km, Larapinta Trail is the longer route — roughly 223 km more than Overland Track section 6 (17 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Overland Track section 6 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.