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1.6 miles
Distance
580 ft
Climb
-366 ft
Descent
00:22:44
Avg time
215 ft
Altitude change
519 ft
Altitude min
1,015 ft
Altitude max
519 ft
Altitude start
734 ft
Altitude end
2.552%
Grade
-32.421%
Grade max
33.909%
Grade min
4,873 ft
Distance climb
2,908 ft
Distance down
638 ft
Distance flat
00:22:44
Avg time
Van Dusen Loop Details
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Activities
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaVanDusen Preserve
Queensbury, New York -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity45 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 95 in Trail Running
- 95 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingHard
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailLog Ride, Rock Garden
This is a short loop with a good climb and descent in either direction. There are a few hike a bike sections depending on your climbing ability. Please be aware that a lot of hikers use these trails as well.
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Parking off of West Mt. Road
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 9 miles avg distance
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- 35 rides
- Last: Jul 8, 2026
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(43.344220, -73.720510)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Van Dusen Loop
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Where is Van Dusen Loop located?
Van Dusen Loop is located in VanDusen Preserve, Queensbury, New York, United States. It is part of the VanDusen Preserve trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 43.34422, -73.72051.
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How hard is Van Dusen Loop?
Van Dusen Loop is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Hard. The average grade is 2.552%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Van Dusen Loop?
Van Dusen Loop has 580 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 366 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 519 ft to 1,015 ft.
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Is Van Dusen Loop a point to point trail?
Van Dusen Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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