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2,664 ft
Distance
114 ft
Climb
-111 ft
Descent
862 ft
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
755 ft
Altitude min
858 ft
Altitude start
860 ft
Altitude end
-32.9%
Grade max
22.7%
Grade min
1,467 ft
Distance climb
981 ft
Distance down
217 ft
Distance flat

The Ballyhack Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
  • Riding Area
    Ballyhack Preserve
    Cornwall, Connecticut
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #168523 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #3,524 in Hiking · Connecticut
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Family Friendly
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Land Owner
    Cornwall Conservation Trust

Small preserve with stunning trees including the second-tallest Eastern White Pine in Connecticut. Well worth adding to a day trip in the area.

Access Info

Ample parking on Route 125 (Grange Hall Road) near Dibble Hill Road across the street from the trailhead. Look for a stone marker with a plaque for the trailhead

Tags
Family friendly

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Ballyhack Preserve
      2,625 ft • 113 ft • 2 • Loop •
      This short loop will leave tree lovers in awe. Walk among the giants and experience the majesty of a 149...

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is The Ballyhack located?
      The Ballyhack is located in Ballyhack Preserve, Cornwall, Connecticut, United States. It is part of the Ballyhack Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 41.85634, -73.32896.
      ▼ How hard is The Ballyhack?
      The Ballyhack is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for The Ballyhack?
      The Ballyhack has 114 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 111 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 755 ft to 862 ft.
      ▼ Is The Ballyhack a point to point trail?
      The Ballyhack is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is The Ballyhack?
      The Ballyhack is 2,664 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on The Ballyhack?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on The Ballyhack. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access The Ballyhack? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to The Ballyhack are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How busy is The Ballyhack?
      The Ballyhack is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. View recent activity on this trail.

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