Avalanche Pass Trail

Carving a path through one of the High Peaks' most dramatic corridors, this yellow-blazed route extends nearly six kilometers between Adirondack Loj and Lake Colden, threading between the sheer walls of Mount Colden and Avalanche Mountain. The trail is known for its striking passage along Avalanche Lake, where wooden walkways cling to cliffsides above cold water, and for the massive talus fields that testify to centuries of rockfall. Maintained by the state, the route forms a critical link in the network of backcountry trails connecting the region's most remote waters and highest summits. Though relatively short, the terrain demands attention—the footing is often rough, and conditions can shift quickly in the narrow pass.

Length

3.6 mi

Operator

NYSDEC

Network

lwn

Difficulty

Not rated