North Country Trail
USA · North America · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 54/100
At a glance
| Countries | USA |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | Northern tier USA (North Dakota to Vermont) |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 7700 km |
| Typical duration | 240 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Best season | Apr-Oct (varies by section) |
| Start | Lake Sakakawea State Park, ND |
| End | Green Mountain National Forest, VT |
| Permit / guide | No single permit |
| Special gear | none |
Score
54/100
Longest US National Scenic Trail; mixed wild and road corridor
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.
Notes
Max elevation not reliably sourced (left blank)
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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