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Hike Trail

Birch Mountain Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
Short trail that provides access to the peak of Birch Mountain.
0.9
mi
Distance
96
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.86mi
Distance
96ft
Elevation Gain
243ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
792ft
High Point
642ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts and ends on the Shenipsit Trail, but can also be accessed via the Lookout Mountain Trail. This trail is clearly marked with blue and yellow blazes (vertically stacked blue-yellow-blue like an Oreo.) The trail is described as a difficult trail traversing the most challenging terrain in the "open space" are and passing through an extensive Mountain Laurel grove.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Ben Rosenberg