MOUNT COLDEN NY! 2/46ERS! Avalanche Pass Trail Loop!

Mount Colden via Avalanche Pass Trail is a 12.8 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Lake Placid, New York that features a lake and is only recommended for very experienced adventurers. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from June until November. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

SEASONAL ROAD CLOSURE: Roads leading to this trailhead are subject to seasonal closure in Winter.

On this beautiful loop hike you will pass through Avalanche Pass and then ascend the steep Mt. Colden trail from the shores of Lake Colden. On top of this 4,715 foot peak (ADK #11) you will have great views of the MacIntyre Range and also southeast towards Mt. Marcy.

This loop trail can be very strenuous and is often done in reverse. There are three options to the summit of Colden - the Lake Arnold trail (not as steep), the trap dike (read CAREFULLY about this and know your limits before attempting as it can be dangerous) or the Mt. Colden trail which is what this trip log reports.

Length
12.8 mi

Elevation gain
3,061 ft

Route type
Loop