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Hiking Near Cranberry Lake, New York

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Cat Mountain Out-and-Back

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Cat Mountain Out-and-Back

Fall Colors
moderate
4.64 mi
+767 ft
Mount Arab Hike

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Mount Arab Hike

Lake
easy
1 mi
+746 ft
Catamount Mountain

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Catamount Mountain

easy
2.62 mi
+539 ft
Buck Mountian Fire Tower

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Buck Mountian Fire Tower

easy
2.27 mi
+509 ft
Higley Flow

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Higley Flow

easy
4.69 mi
+294 ft
Deer Pond Out-and-Back

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Deer Pond Out-and-Back

Fall Colors
easy
4.15 mi
+505 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Horseshoe Lake to Low's Ridge

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Horseshoe Lake to Low's Ridge

Lake
moderate
6.9 mi
+577 ft
Sargent Ponds Loop

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Sargent Ponds Loop

moderate
7.77 mi
+467 ft
Floodwood Loop Trail

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Floodwood Loop Trail

Birding
moderate
6.34 mi
+252 ft
Stone Valley Recreation Area

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Stone Valley Recreation Area

Views
moderate
7.84 mi
+687 ft