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802 ft
Distance
-62 ft
Descent
00:01:41
Avg time
-62 ft
Altitude change
2,134 ft
Altitude min
2,196 ft
Altitude max
2,196 ft
Altitude start
2,134 ft
Altitude end
-7.731%
Grade
-20.113%
Grade max
-1.681%
Grade min
802 ft
Distance down
00:01:41
Avg time
Challenger Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaMcCauley Mountain
Old Forge, New York -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity75 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 75 in E-Biking
- 95 in Trail Running
- 100 in Hiking
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Trail TypeMixed
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat
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DirectionDownhill Primary
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Climb DifficultyBlack Diamond
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Physical RatingHard
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Land OwnerTown of Webb
A wide, grassy alpine ski trail. Although Challenger is considered the easiest route up and down - the trail has several steep sections and may be considered very challenging by many riders. Be careful of tall grass that may hide potholes, drainage ditches, and other obstacles especially on your way down. Take extra caution when it's wet out, as the grass becomes even more slick.
Caution - inexperienced riders should avoid the upper portion of this trail that accesses the summit.
Access Info
McCauley Ski Area parking lot
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 1 rides
- 11 miles average
6 Months
- 10 rides
- 15 miles avg distance
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- 214 rides
- Last: Jul 17, 2026
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(43.694010, -74.959510)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Challenger
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Where is Challenger located?
Challenger is located in McCauley Mountain, Old Forge, New York, United States. It is part of the McCauley Mountain trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.69401, -74.95951.
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How hard is Challenger?
Challenger is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 7.731%. The climb difficulty is rated Black Diamond.
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What is the elevation gain for Challenger?
The trail has 62 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,134 ft to 2,196 ft.
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Is Challenger a point to point trail?
Challenger is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is mixed.
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