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New York
Black River Wild Forest
16.2 mi
Distance
877 ft
Gain
5h 33m
Time
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Black River Wild Forest
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 16.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 877 ft
- Elevation loss
- 2,658 ft
- Highest point
- 1,983 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,531 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- State Department of Conservation
About this trail
Black River Wild Forest offers a scenic point-to-point trek through the Adirondack wilderness, showcasing the rugged beauty of New York's backcountry. This 12.37-mile journey traverses diverse forest terrain with opportunities to experience the Black River corridor and its natural features. The trail provides a rewarding adventure for hikers seeking solitude and authentic Adirondack forest immersion.
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