Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail landscape

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Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail

~2 days · 22.9 mi · moderate · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance22.9 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain4,948 ft
Gain / mile216 ft
High point1,378 ft

What the Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail is known for

The Ramapo-Dunderberg Trail is the classic long route across Harriman-Bear Mountain State Parks in New York, running about 24 miles point-to-point from Tuxedo over the parks' rocky, glacially scoured ridges to Dunderberg Mountain above the Hudson. Constant short, steep climbs; overnighters use the parks' trail shelters, since camping is restricted to designated sites.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 43 ft to 4,413 ft over 22.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 7.5 mi · 33%
  • Downhill 11.4 mi · 50%
  • Flat 4.0 mi · 17%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 22.9 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail?

The Ramapo–Dunderberg Trail climbs roughly 4,948 ft total — about 216 ft per mile, topping out near 1,378 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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