Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY)

Greene County, New York, United States

17.1 miles (27.6 km) · 3,942 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY) is a 17.1-mile loop route in Greene County, New York, United States, gaining 3,917 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 4.8 miles gaining 2,398 feet at an average 8.6% grade. About 56% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route both opens and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	17.1 mi (27.6 km)
Elevation gain	3,942 ft (1,202 m)
Average gain	230 ft per mile (44 m per km)
Longest climb	4.8 mi, 2,196 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	28.7%
Runnable	56% of the route
Climbs / descents	1 climbs, 4 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	11 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	11%
Mild uphill	18%
Moderate uphill	7%
Steep uphill	19%
Mild downhill	19%
Moderate downhill	8%
Steep downhill	18%

Questions about Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY)

How much elevation gain does Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY) have?

Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY) has 3,942 ft (1,202 m) of elevation gain over 17.1 miles (27.6 km). That averages 230 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY)?

The difficulty score for Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY) is 11 of 100. That is harder than 73.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 56% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY)?

The longest climb on Black Dome, Windham High Peak Loop (NY) runs 4.8 miles (7.8 km) and gains 2,196 ft (669 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 28.7%.