Mist Trail vs Petes Creek Trail #858
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
Units
| Mist Trail | Petes Creek Trail #858 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 2.4 mi4 km | 3.7 mi6 km |
| Elevation gain | 341 ft104 m | 3,468 ft1,057 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Local | Regional |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Best time to hike | Best from May to October | Best from July to July |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Mist Trail vs Petes Creek Trail #858: which should you hike?
At 3.7 mi6 km, Petes Creek Trail #858 is the longer route — roughly 1.3 mi2 km more than Mist Trail (2.4 mi4 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mist 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.