Moderate

Gertrudes Nose (Minnewaska)

New York

Distance7 mi
Est. time~2 hr 38 min
Elevation gain600 ft
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Gertrudes Nose (Minnewaska) is a moderate 7-mile loop hike in New York with about 600 ft of elevation gain. cliff-edge conglomerate ledges in the Shawangunks.

This handoff is a name search; confirm the correct trailhead before navigating. Check conditions, permits, and weather before you go — trails close, and mountain weather turns fast.

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