Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY)

Dutchess County, New York, United States

12.4 miles (20.0 km) · 4,478 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance12.4 mi (20.0 km)
Elevation gain4,478 ft (1,365 m)
Average gain361 ft per mile (68 m per km)
Longest climb2.0 mi, 1,345 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade59.4%
Runnable44% of the route
Climbs / descents2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shapeUp, then down
Difficulty score13.1 of 100
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Grade breakdown

Grade bandShare of route
Flat26%
Mild uphill1%
Moderate uphill18%
Steep uphill19%
Mild downhill1%
Moderate downhill17%
Steep downhill19%

Questions about Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY)

How much elevation gain does Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY) have?

Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY) has 4,478 ft (1,365 m) of elevation gain over 12.4 miles (20.0 km). That averages 361 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY)?

The difficulty score for Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY) is 13.1 of 100. That is harder than 79% of routes at a similar distance. About 44% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY)?

The longest climb on Breakneck Ridge, Hudson Highlands (NY) runs 2.0 miles (3.2 km) and gains 1,345 ft (410 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 59.4%.

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