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2.1 miles
Distance
1,898 ft
Climb
02:34:14
Avg time
1,899 ft
Altitude change
2,166 ft
Altitude min
4,067 ft
Altitude max
2,168 ft
Altitude start
4,068 ft
Altitude end
16.8%
Grade
-4%
Grade max
73%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
66 ft
Distance down
207 ft
Distance flat
02:34:14
Avg time
Cascade Mountain Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaHigh Peaks Wilderness
Lake Placid, New York -
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Local Popularity100 in Hiking [+]
- 100 in Trail Running
- 95 in Snowshoeing
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Hiking SAC ScaleT2 Mountain Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical RatingHard
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
Local favorite, and popular even in the winter with right gear, spikes, etc. The trail is steep but there are little rest spots. Amazing views at multiple locations. The top is exposed and gets very windy at times.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 4 miles average
6 Months
- 12 rides
- 12 miles avg distance
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Directions to cascade-mountain trailhead
(44.218920, -73.887640)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cascade Mountain
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Where is Cascade Mountain located?
Cascade Mountain is located in High Peaks Wilderness, Lake Placid, New York, United States. It is part of the High Peaks Wilderness trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.21892, -73.88764.
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How hard is Cascade Mountain?
Cascade Mountain is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 16.8%.
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What is the elevation gain for Cascade Mountain?
Cascade Mountain has 1,898 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 2,166 ft to 4,067 ft.
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Is Cascade Mountain a point to point trail?
Cascade Mountain is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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