Colgate Lake Trail
Distance:
0.5 Miles / 0.8 kmType:
Out-and-BackDifficulty:
EasyTime to Hike:
~15 minutesFeatures:
Surface Type:
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The Colgate Lake Trail near East Jewett at Catskill Park is an easy 0.5-mile out-and-back walk that leads to the shores of the scenic Colgate Lake.
Walk Description
This walk begins at the main parking lot for Colgate Lake. Handicap vehicles are allowed to park right at the trailhead, but this walk begins just west of that lot and follows the road heading east to reach the handicap parking lot. At the handicap parking lot is the main trail that leads along the outer banks of Colgate Lake, crossing a footbridge that spans a spillway, and ends on the southern side of the lake. Along the way, hikers and walkers get views of Colgate Lake and the surrounding mountains.
Camping
First-come first-serve backcountry camping is permitted at Colgate Lake. Camping spots are located north of the main parking lot (coordinates provided for parking) or south of the footbridge that spans the lake's dam and spillway - located on the hill.
Parking
Hikers will find parking at the coordinates provided. The lot is large enough to fit a few dozen vehicles.
Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
Swimming
Swimming is permitted at Colgate Lake.
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Parking
42.23831, -74.12368 -
Main Trailhead
42.238308, -74.123603 -
View of Colgate Lake
42.238331, -74.121314
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View of the Colgate Lake dam and mountains
42.238419, -74.121117
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View of Colgate Lake
42.238017, -74.121742
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