Zaleski Backpack Trail - Middle Loop

Zaleski State Forest, Ohio, United States

9.2 miles (14.9 km) · 1,490 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

Zaleski Backpack Trail - Middle Loop covers 9.2 miles across Zaleski State Forest, Ohio, United States. Runners face 1,490 feet of climbing with 1,181 feet of loss. The largest climb extends 1.5 miles, gaining 183 feet. The course averages 163 feet of vertical gain per mile. The course is 73% runnable, with the remainder requiring hiking on steep or technical sections. Trail comprises the majority of the course. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 10.0 out of 10, placing it in the 63.76th percentile. Popular among trail runners and hikers seeking Ohio adventures.