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Even though this is not a very long backcountry trail you should still bring some emergency supplies just in case something happens. The total elevation difference for Madison Butte Trail is 894 feet which is a lower than average number. The great outdoors hiking trail stays roughly within the same elevation zone the whole time, so you won’t have to worry about different climate zones along your backcountry hike. Madison Butte Trail is 6 miles long it's a mid length backcountry hike. Madison Butte Trail has two trailheads which means you have the option of backcountry hiking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at the other end. This area does get very dry sometimes, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. The time needed for this walk is roughly 5.5 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a bit faster.
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Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 3 miles
Total climbing distance = 1.7 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
3 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
1.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 3 miles
Total climbing distance = 1.1 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
1.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 6 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.8 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 6 miles
Total climbing distance = 2.8 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
5.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 894 feet
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US Hiking Trails > Oregon > Madison Butte Trail
