Fahnestock Appalachian Trail Segment
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New York · putnam County

Fahnestock Appalachian Trail Segment

Long rolling AT segment across ridges and lake-dotted forest.

Rating
Length
8.0 mi
Difficulty
5
County
putnam

About This Trail

A long rolling Appalachian Trail segment through Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park, crossing gentle ridges and passing lake-dotted forest. The trail winds through stands of oak and hemlock with seasonal wildflower displays. Multiple road crossings allow for flexible out-and-back or shuttle hike options.

Location

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Coordinates: 41.4625434, -73.8301092

Getting There

From Cold Spring, take NY-301 east to Clarence Fahnestock State Park. Park at the Appalachian Trail trailhead lot on Route 301 west of Canopus Lake. The trail crosses Route 301 at the parking area.

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