Near Sunset Rock
Sunset at Sunset Rock.
Near Sunset Rock
Sunset through the trees.
Near Sunset Rock
Fall Foliage near Bash Bish Falls
Near Sunset Rock
Moonlit path as we descend from Sunset Rock.

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Sunset Rock

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This is a two-mile trail up to the view at Sunset Rock.
0.1
mi
Distance
36
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.06mi
Distance
36ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
1,787ft
High Point
1,751ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts off one of the campground roads, at the wooden gate. Follow the red plastic markers and turn left (uphill) at the sign for Sunset Rock. At the top of the hill, the trail turns left to follow the ridge. The Yellow Trail comes in from the left and coincides with the Sunset Rock Trail. Here, three trails coincide as one; Sunset Rock Trail, Yellow Trail and South Taconic Trail. Gray Birch (Yellow) Trail turns left, where the trail levels out, while Sunset Rock Trail turns right. It passes by Cedar Brook (Blue)Trail and stays straight. After tunneling through the Mountain Laurel and scraggly Pines, you'll come to a sign for Sunset Rock. Turn left and travel downhill to Sunset Rock. This area offers stunning views, especially during sunset.

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