Gertrude's Nose Trail is a 6.7 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Gardiner, New York that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is best used from March until December. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
hiking
beach
cave
forest
lake
views
scramble
beautiful views
great trail!
Tough hike but rewarding. It tested the crap out of me especially because I'm petrified of snakes and saw 2 huge black ones (which is a given, its nature) but mentally challenging especially because part of it is in the forest. Great views from the mountaintop mid hike. Took us about 4 hours and plenty of breaks. One time was enough but its worth it.
This hike is fairly easy going up and rather tough terrain heading down. I would suggest sticking to the red trail which hugs the outside of the mountain ledge. This trail is very well marked but not heavily traveled at all. Took 4.5 hours with 3 stops to rest and snack. Makes for a great Saturday!
Some tough trials but overall a great trail with amazing views.
Terri E.
great views and love the cave esp. on a hot n humid day. cave blows out ice cold air
Long hike with some great views. Can get crowded. In my opinion it should be rated moderate.