A measured ascent through varied forest, this 3.3-kilometer trail climbs toward the higher elevations of the Hurricane Mountain massif under the stewardship of the NYSDEC. Red disk blazes mark the route, which is reported to offer a quieter approach than its more traveled western counterpart. The path threads through mixed hardwood and conifer stands before gaining the ridgeline, where views are said to open toward the eastern High Peaks.
East Hurricane Trail runs 2.0 miles (3.3 km) with about 1,660 feet of elevation gain — a demanding hike, with a sustained climb, about 1 h 45 min on the trail. NYSDEC maintains the route.
Closest parking lots within range, ranked by walking distance. Accessibility flags come from Google verified-data; surface and capacity from OpenStreetMap. Confirm hours and seasonal closures before you go.
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Editorial trailhead listings within roughly 3 miles. Useful for permit info, parking capacity, and access-road conditions.
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