Mailbox Peak Trail vs Mount Ellinor Trail #812
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Mailbox Peak Trail | Mount Ellinor Trail #812 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 2.8 mi4 km | 2.0 mi3 km |
| Elevation gain | 3,976 ft1,212 m | 482 ft147 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 months: July, September | Best from July to July |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Mailbox Peak Trail vs Mount Ellinor Trail #812: which should you hike?
At 2.8 mi4 km, Mailbox Peak Trail is the longer route — roughly 0.8 mi1 km more than Mount Ellinor Trail #812 (2.0 mi3 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mount Ellinor Trail #812 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.