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There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end, so if you can get a ride from someone, you can backcountry walk it just one way. The total elevation difference for Ben Arthur Trail is 1,839 feet which is about average. This neighborhood does get very dry sometimes, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out. Now, this is roughly a 2-day trek, so it's a good thing if your backpack is big enough to do the job. Being 14.2 miles long; it's longer than many wilderness hiking trails. This wilderness hiking trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations. Keep in mind that this is a long hiking trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies.
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Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2: Total hiking length = 7.1 miles Total climbing distance = 2.9 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
6 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1: Total hiking length = 7.1 miles Total climbing distance = 3.3 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1: Total hiking length = 14.2 miles Total climbing distance = 6.2 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2: Total hiking length = 14.2 miles Total climbing distance = 6.2 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
2 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 1839 feet
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