Split Rock Wild Forest Trails
44.234577, -73.382486
The largest undeveloped tract of land on the Lake Champlain shoreline, Split Rock Wild Forest covers 3,700 acres in the towns of Essex and Westport. The landscape is dominated by Split Rock Mountain; the “split rock” can be seen where the lake meets the land at Whallons Bay. The parcel is also home to the timber rattlesnake, a threatened species in New York.
Getting there
The trailhead is on Lakeshore Road, 5.8 miles south of Essex and 4.7 miles north of Westport.
Hiking
The Split Rock Wild Forest trails encompass 2- to 6-mile loops, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty.
Here you will find a series of trails through New York’s largest protected forest on Lake Champlain. Trails go up, over, and along this mountain, overlooking Lake Champlain with wetlands, little waterfalls, an old quarry, hidden bays, and views.
Hunting
Several access points are available. Hunters will often use the pheasant-stocking area near the corner of Clark Road and Lake Short Road. A trailhead just to the south on Lake Shore Road access a trail system that traverses the entire forest, including the back side of Webb Royce Swamp, which is also popular for waterfowling.
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing
Much of the trails accessible in the spring, fall, and summer make for great snowshoeing. Some of the trails that don't have significant elevation gain can also be great for cross-country skiing.
Find out more
Our blogger takes a winter adventure in Uphill Adventure on Cross Country Skis AND Snowshoes.
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