Are dogs allowed on Slabsides?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Slabsides?

No, Slabsides 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 Slabsides?

Slabsides is rated easy. It is 2.2 miles long with 394 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.

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

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EasyLoop

New York

Slabsides

West Park, New York

2.2 mi

Distance

394 ft

Elev. Gain

51m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Slabsides is the log cabin built by naturalist John Burroughs and his son on a nine-acre wooded and hilly tract in 1895 one mile (1.6 km) west of Riverby, his home in West Park, New York. From the time of its construction to the last year of his life, Burroughs received many visitors at the cabin, ranging from Theodore Roosevelt and Henry Ford to students from Vassar College, just across the Hudson River.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:72 ft

Max:142 ft

120 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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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.