A measured passage through Adirondack backcountry, this 2.6-kilometer route follows a course marked by red disk blazes and maintained by the NYSDEC. The trail is reported to trace terrain near its namesake watercourse, offering hikers a relatively brief excursion into forested country. Those seeking a modest woodland walk rather than a summit expedition will find the distance and character well suited to a morning or afternoon outing.
Haystack Brook Trail runs 1.6 miles (2.6 km) with about 42 feet of elevation gain — an easy hike, nearly level throughout, about 50 minutes 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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