Burnt Hill Trail
The Burnt Hill trail climbs easily to a junction at 0.7 miles, and then turns to the left. The trail continues to climb easily along an old logging road for the first 1.0 mile. Then it enters the Breadloaf Wilderness and climbs more steeply to its junction with the Long Trail at 2.1 miles. Boyce Shelter is located 0.6 miles north of the junction on the Long Trail.
Activity | Hiking |
Nearest Town | Ripton |
Length | 2.4 total miles |
Elevation Gain | 1280 feet |
Trail Type | Out-and-back |
Skill Level | Moderate/Difficult |
Trailhead: The trail head is in the Town of Ripton on Forest Road 59. Parking is located at 1.1 miles, in an unmarked grassy parking lot with a sharp right hand turn. This parking lot is located on private property, please be respectful of the owners.
Latitude/Longitude: 43.957082,-72.976178
Please practice Leave No Trace ethics, such as carry out what you carry in. Trail blazing, maintenance, and signage will be minimal in Wilderness Areas.