High Peaks Wilderness Traverse (NY)

Essex County, New York, United States

34.3 miles (55.2 km) · 5,932 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

High Peaks Wilderness Traverse (NY) covers 34.3 miles across Essex County, New York, United States. Runners face 5,932 feet of climbing with 6,066 feet of loss. The most significant ascent covers 4.1 miles and gains 2,474 feet. Vertical rate measures 175 feet of gain per mile. The course is 70% runnable, with the remainder requiring hiking on steep or technical sections. Trail comprises the majority of the course. Technical difficulty: very hilly. This route ranks at the 70.28th percentile for difficulty among similar distances. Popular among trail runners and hikers seeking New York adventures.