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Tuckerman Ravine Trail vs Tuscarora 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
Tuckerman Ravine Trail Tuscarora Trail
Distance 3.7 mi6 km 252 mi406 km
Elevation gain 4,127 ft1,258 m 17,110 ft5,215 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Local Regional
Country United States United States
Best time to hike Best from September to September Best from October to November
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Tuckerman Ravine Trail vs Tuscarora Trail: which should you hike?

At 252 mi406 km, Tuscarora Trail is the longer route — roughly 248 mi400 km more than Tuckerman Ravine Trail (3.7 mi6 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Tuckerman Ravine 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.