Extract Brook Trail

Wells New York Snowshoe Trails

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Extract Brook Trail - Wells New York Snowshoe Trails

The East Branch of the Sacandaga River is the primary stream draining the eastern edge of the wilderness, and for several miles, where it runs parallel to NY 8, the river literally forms the wilderness boundary. The drive through its valley is among the most scenic in the Adirondacks, especially in winter when the view is not obstructed by leaves. Several rugged mountains stand guard over the opposite bank, many with open ledges that in theory would be excellent snowshoe-bushwhack destinations.

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Trail Statistics & Information


Activity Type:	Snowshoeing
Nearby City:	Wells
Length:	4.6 total miles
Elevation Gain:	Minimal
Trail Type:	Out-and-back
Skill Level:	Difficult
Duration:	3 hours
Season:	Winter
Trailhead Elevation:	1,260 feet
Top Elevation:	1,715 feet
Other Uses:	Camping
Local Contacts:	NYS DEC Warrensburg Office
Local Maps:	USGS Harrisburg and Bakers Mills
Topo Map:	Extract Brook Trail Topographic Map
Guide Book:	Snowshoe Routes: Adirondacks & Catskills Guide Book
Driving Directions:	View Guide
Trail Directions:	View Guide

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Weather Conditions

Tonight
Mostly cloudy. A chance of snow after midnight. Lows around 14. Light and variable winds...becoming southeast around 5 mph after midnight. Chance of snow 30 percent.
Wednesday
Snow likely...mainly in the afternoon. Snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches. Highs in the upper 20s. Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of snow 60 percent.
Wednesday Night
Cloudy. A chance of snow in the evening...then scattered snow showers after midnight. Cold with lows around 10 above. North winds around 15 mph. Chance of snow 50 percent.
Thursday
Mostly cloudy in the morning...then becoming partly sunny. Cold with highs in the mid 20s. Northwest winds around 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.