Distance: approximately 12.5 miles roundtrip
Difficulty: moderate ( 1250' elev.)
We will meet at the Appalachian Trail MNRR station platform. There are several spots for parking in this lot. There is also a larger lot further up RTE 22. Park in one of the two marked parking areas (GPS: N 41.59465, W 073.58699).
This hike starts at the Appalachian Trail railroad station (more of a small platform than a real station) just south of the parking areas. The hike heads westward (south on the Appalachian Trail). This hike is entirely on the Appalachian Trail (white blazes) with the exception of the loop around the lake. At about 2.4 miles cross County Road 20 to stay on the A.T. At about 3.1 miles a side trail on the left heads towards a shelter, continue straight on the A.T. to Cat Rocks. Continue south along the AT until you reach Nuclear Lake. We will loop the lake, then head back retracing the same trail we took.
While this is not a very difficult hike in terms of elevation gain, it is approx. 12 miles & it does have many beautiful features: the boardwalk over the great swamp, views from Cat Rocks & Nuclear Lake.
NOTE: You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear, supplies, clothing, first aid, and lights. You should review topographic maps and trail features carefully; understanding topography of any hike is key to your knowing where you are, where you're going, and how to get back. See suggestions for GEAR on the "About" page for additional gear ideas.
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