12.6 mi
Distance
3,159 ft
Elev. Gain
Out & Back
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Alder Lake to Balsam Mountain Fire Tower is an out-and-back trail in Ulster County, New York. It is 13 miles long and gains 3,159 feet. The nearest town is Margaretville, New York, about 6 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 678 ft |
| High point | 6.2 mi | 1,140 ft |
| End | 12.6 mi | 678 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Margaretville, NY · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Ulster County, NY
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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