Are dogs allowed on Belfrey Mountain?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Belfrey Mountain but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Belfrey Mountain?

No, Belfrey Mountain does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Belfrey Mountain?

Belfrey Mountain is rated easy. It is 0.6 miles long with 115 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Belfrey Mountain suitable for kids?

Yes, Belfrey Mountain is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyOut and Back

New York

Belfrey Mountain

Witherbee, New York

0.6 mi

Distance

115 ft

Elev. Gain

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

It is easy to get to the firetower from the wide access road. Belfry Mountain is a small mountain with a great view at only 1840 feet high. The communications tower and firetower are located on the service road of the trail.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:523 ft

Max:558 ft

35 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.