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

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.

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.