Broughton Ledges is a scenic hike near Moriah that has wonderful views of cliffs, ponds, and beautiful forest.

Key takeaways

• Distance: 6.2 miles round trip
• Elevation gain: 900 feet

Hiking to Broughton Ledges

The Broughton Ledges Trail is a loop trail near Moriah. During the first two miles you'll steeply hike up, with views of Ensign Pond and low mountains in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest. The remaining four mile loop winds beneath the impressive Broughton Ledges, following old tote roads through stunning mature forests.

Broughton Ledges in the winter

This is a tough hike in the winter. Be prepared for all winter conditions, and be sure to pack snowshoes and microspikes.

Find more legendary trails in the Lake Champlain Region

Does Broughton Ledges sound amazing, but a little more than you want to tackle right now? With the Lake Champlain Region’s extensive trail network, we can easily help you find a hike that fits!

How to get there

From the east: At the intersection of Windy Hill Rd and Ensign Pond Rd, go west on Ensign Pond Rd for 2.3 miles.

From the west: At NYS Rt 9, go east on Casa Turn Rd about 0.2 miles to Ensign Pond Rd. Go east on Ensign Pond Rd for 7.5 miles.