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Nimham Mountain Multiple Use Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 195 Google reviews · Running trail in Carmel Hamlet, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Nimham Mountain Multiple Use Area'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.
Easy and difficult trails for hiking (or trail running) through the woods, leading to a fire tower.
What runners say about Nimham Mountain Multiple Use Area
“A great view of the area with the fire tower, but beware of windy days as it can be pretty open to the elements.”
“With scenic trails, stunning views from the fire tower, and peaceful woodlands, it's a great place for outdoor enthusiasts.”
Great place to mountain bike with varying terrain and techy rock slabs. The tower side is like a mini bike park, fun with chunky rock gardens!
Breathtaking views from the top of the fire tower with a variety of mountain biking trails for the intermediate to experienced rider. Trails are rocky and technical and vary from blues to double blacks. Takes about a 15-20 minute walk/bike up to the tower if you take the gravel road from the most elevated parking spot.
A great view of the area with the fire tower, but beware of windy days as it can be pretty open to the elements. Crowds can also be higher in the fire tower trail, overall the trail to it is easy to walk and is wide. The other hiking trails have significantly less people with a dense amount of marked trails to enjoy.
Great spot to hike to the fire tower! Uphill about 15-20 minutes on a stone road. NOTE: if going to tower-when you park dont go left, basically continue on the road you drove up on but walking past the gate.
Trail conditions & character
“Breathtaking views from the top of the fire tower with a variety of mountain biking trails for the intermediate to experienced rider.”
“We eventually saw we were on the blue trail, which leaves the parking lot across a small stream and rejoins the road nearly at the top.”
“With scenic trails, stunning views from the fire tower, and peaceful woodlands, it's a great place for outdoor enthusiasts.”
“When you get to the tower it's a little nerve wrecking to go up, kinda like going up that first roller coaster hill but you have to put the work in.”
“Trails are rocky and technical and vary from blues to double blacks.”
Plan your run at Nimham Mountain Multiple Use Area
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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
- Websitedec.ny.gov
- Phone(845) 256-3013
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