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Cathedral Ledge Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 72 Google reviews · Running trail in Bartlett, New Hampshire · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Cathedral Ledge Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Mountain hiking area featuring a bike trail and scenic views, popular in both summer and winter.
What runners say about Cathedral Ledge Trail
“The drive to the top is easy and scenic, but the real magic begins once you step out and take in the view.”
Cathedral Ledge Trail is a 2.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Bartlett, New Hampshire. The trail is rated as moderate offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. DISTANCE 2.1 miles ELEVATION GAIN 413 feet ROUTE TYPE Out & Back
I was super excited to try and hike Cathedral Ledge. I unfortunately was not prepared with the incline and had to turn around and drive up. I do recommend trying this hike but be prepared to go up at pretty steady inclines at times. I'm hoping one day to hike up it.
Definitely worth the hike or drive! Beautiful view, very peaceful. We enjoyed our visit and would go back again. May be the best time to visit this place is during the week days to beat the heavy traffic of visitors during the weekend.
The trails are pretty good I was gonna hike to the top but it’s better to just drive to the top then walk on the trails up there
Trail conditions & character
“The drive to the top is easy and scenic, but the real magic begins once you step out and take in the view.”
“I unfortunately was not prepared with the incline and had to turn around and drive up.”
“Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.”
Plan your run at Cathedral Ledge Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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