Long Path vs Ouachita National Recreation Trail
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Long Path | Ouachita National Recreation Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 347 mi559 km | 216 mi348 km |
| Elevation gain | 19,760 ft6,023 m | 10,180 ft3,103 m |
| Typical duration | 23 days | 14 days |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Regional | Regional |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best from September to September | Best months: February, March, October, November, December |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Long Path vs Ouachita National Recreation Trail: which should you hike?
At 347 mi559 km, Long Path is the longer route — roughly 131 mi211 km more than Ouachita National Recreation Trail (216 mi348 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Ouachita National Recreation 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.