Loowit 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
| Loowit Trail | Mailbox Peak Trail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 1.7 mi3 km | 2.8 mi4 km |
| Elevation gain | 705 ft215 m | 3,976 ft1,212 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Local | Local |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best from July to July | Best months: July, September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Loowit Trail vs Mailbox Peak Trail: which should you hike?
At 2.8 mi4 km, Mailbox Peak Trail is the longer route — roughly 1.1 mi2 km more than Loowit Trail (1.7 mi3 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Loowit 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.