Whiteface & Esther (NY)

Essex County, New York, United States

9.1 miles (14.6 km) · 3,641 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Whiteface & Esther (NY) is a 9.1 mile loop route located in Essex County, New York, United States. The route climbs 3,641 feet and descends 3,638 feet. The largest climb extends 3.1 miles, gaining 2,254 feet. The course averages 404 feet of vertical gain per mile. 30% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. Surface conditions are primarily trail. Terrain difficulty is rated as mountainous. Difficulty is rated 36.8 out of 10, placing it in the 96.93th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring New York.