A substantial route through the High Peaks region, this trail extends roughly 12.5 kilometers under NYSDEC management as part of the lean-to and wilderness network. The path is marked in two phases: yellow disks lead hikers to the Phelps and Hopkins junction, where the blazes shift to red for the continuation toward the Van Hoevenberg Trail. The dual-color system offers clear wayfinding through what is reported to be varied terrain, making the route accessible to those prepared for a longer day in the mountains.
Editorial trailhead listings within roughly 3 miles. Useful for permit info, parking capacity, and access-road conditions.
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