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Teton Crest Trail vs Uinta Highline Trail

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

Teton Crest Trail Uinta Highline Trail
Distance 56 km 164 km
Elevation gain 2,724 m 3,912 m
Typical duration
Difficulty Hard
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional
Country United States United States
Best time to hike Best from June to August Best from June to September
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Teton Crest Trail vs Uinta Highline Trail: which should you hike?

At 164 km, Uinta Highline Trail is the longer route — roughly 108 km more than Teton Crest Trail (56 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Teton Crest 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.