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Yard Mountain Trail

A blue-blazed route maintained by the state, this trail extends roughly three and a half kilometers through terrain that offers a focused half-day outing rather than a summit expedition. The path is reported to follow moderate grades through mixed forest, though conditions along the upper sections can vary with season and recent weather. Hikers seeking a quieter alternative to the region's more trafficked peaks often find the solitude here worth the effort, and the trail connects usefully to the broader network of state-marked routes in the area.

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Length
2.2 mi
Operator
NYSDEC
Network
lwn
Difficulty
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§ On this trail

What you’ll find along the route

Peak
Big Slide Mountain
4,240 ft46er · No. 27
§ Listed trailheads nearby

Curated trailheads & parking near this route

Editorial trailhead listings within roughly 3 miles. Useful for permit info, parking capacity, and access-road conditions.

§ Closest essentials

Nearest each, within 25 miles

Coffee
Old Mountain Coffee Company
4.7 mi away
Restaurant
Noon Mark Diner
4.7 mi away
General store
East Branch Organics
7.0 mi away
§ Nearby Points of Interest
Peaks (11)
Lakes & ponds (5)
Trails (24)
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