The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1
Burden Pond Preserve, Rensselaer County, NY
Out-and-back trail in Burden Pond Preserve, Rensselaer County, NY. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 2.3 mi (3.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 105 ft (32 m)
- Est. Time
- 50 min
- High point
- 266 ft (81 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Lower Burden Falls 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Waterfall: Smart's Cascade 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Waterfall: Upper Burden Falls 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Smart's Pond Dam Ruins 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1
How long is The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1 is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) long. Most people take about 50 min. It climbs 105 ft (32 m) in total, up to a high point of 266 ft (81 m).
How hard is The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
Parking at the start. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1 shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
Is The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1 good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
Kennedy's Tavern, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Shop, 0 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1?
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.
Trails near The Narrows Cascade and Heritage Trail: Phase 1
- Narrows: Cascade & Heritage Trail Mill Street Trail Rensselaer County · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Uncle Sam Trail Rensselaer County · Easy · 13.1 mi (21.1 km)
- McDonough Trail (Red) HVCC · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.6 km)
- LaPan Upper Trail (Blue) HVCC · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Hill Trail (Green) Osgood Woods · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.4 km)
- Garnet Douglass Baltimore Trail (blue) Prospect Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Gorge trail Poesten Kill Gorge Park · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
- Disc Golf path Prospect Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap