Taconic Crest Trail (NY, MA)

Rensselaer County, New York, United States

36.3 miles (58.4 km) · 6,365 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

Taconic Crest Trail (NY, MA) is a 36.3 mile point-to-point route located in Rensselaer County, New York, United States. The route climbs 6,365 feet and descends 7,172 feet. The largest climb extends 5.8 miles, gaining 226 feet. The course averages 178 feet of vertical gain per mile. 65% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. Surface conditions are primarily trail. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 11.3 out of 10, placing it in the 68.77th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring New York.