Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail
Moose River Plains Wild Forest, Hamilton County, NY
Out-and-back trail in Moose River Plains Wild Forest, Hamilton County, NY. Hiking, Mountain biking, Walking, & Cross-country skiing.
- Distance
- 2.5 mi (4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 302 ft (92 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr
- High point
- 1,880 ft (573 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail
How long is Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail?
Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail is 2.5 mi (4 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr. It climbs 302 ft (92 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,880 ft (573 m).
How hard is Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Is Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking, Walking, Cross-country skiing. Shared with bikes.
Is this a good week for Raquette Lake-West Mountain Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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