USGS maps: Mount Carmel Quad
Max. Elevation Change: 620 feet
Hiking level: Moderate-difficult
Amount of use: Heavy
Average hike time: 1-1 ½ hrs. one way
Use restrictions: No horses, mountain bikes, or motorized vehicles
| Length: 0.7 miles one way USGS maps: Mount Carmel Quad Max. Elevation Change: 620 feet Hiking level: Moderate-difficult Amount of use: Heavy Average hike time: 1-1 ½ hrs. one way Use restrictions: No horses, mountain bikes, or motorized vehicles |
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The Great Cliff via Long Trail
From Brandon Gap, follow the Long Trail north for 0.4 miles, to a blue blazed spur trail that leads 0.1 miles up a set of rock steps out to the Great Cliff. The trail is quite steep, but the excellent view at the top makes the trip worthwhile. From March to August of some years, the cliffs are closed to protect nesting Peregrine falcons. Watch for closure posters.
Mt. Horrid Overlook
Mt. Horrid Overlook is located on the east side of Brandon Gap, overlooking a beaver pond and the cliffs on the side of Mt. Horrid. The beaver pond is a good place to search for wildlife, such as moose and beaver, while the cliffs are at times a home for nesting Peregrine falcons.
Please practice Leave No Trace ethics, such as carry out what you carry in.
From Rochester, take Route 100 south to its junction with Route 73. Follow Route 73 west for 8.8 miles to the top of Brandon Gap. Trailhead parking is on the left, on the east side of the gap. Please secure valuables in your vehicle, as this lot experiences vandalism. The trail starts on the other side of Route 73. Overlook parking is at 8.7 miles.
From Brandon, take Route 73 east for 7.5 miles. Trailhead parking is on the right, just before the top of Brandon Gap. Please secure valuables in your vehicle, as this lot experiences vandalism. The trail starts on the other side of Route 73. Overlook parking is at 7.6 miles.
Food and Services: Rochester and Brandon restaurants and fuel stations
For all Emergencies: 911
911 Information: The trailhead is in the Town of Goshen on Route 73
