Mt. Horrid and The Great Cliff
The Great Cliff via Long Trail; From Brandon Gap, follow the Long Trail north for 0.4 miles, to a blue blazed spur trail that leads 0.1 miles up a set of rock steps out to the Great Cliff. The trail is quite steep, but the excellent view at the top makes the trip worthwhile. From March to August of some years, the cliffs are closed to protect nesting Peregrine falcons. Watch for closure posters.
Mt. Horrid Overlook: Mt. Horrid Overlook is located on the east side of Brandon Gap, overlooking a beaver pond and the cliffs on the side of Mt. Horrid. The beaver pond is a good place to search for wildlife, such as moose and beaver, while the cliffs are at times a home for nesting Peregrine falcons. Please practice Leave No Trace ethics, such as carry out what you carry in.
General Information
No horses, mountain bikes, or motorized vehicles
Getting There
Directions
From Rochester, take Route 100 south to its junction with Route 73. Follow Route 73 west for 8.8 miles to the top of Brandon Gap. Trailhead parking is on the left, on the east side of the gap. Please secure valuables in your vehicle, as this lot experiences vandalism. The trail starts on the other side of Route 73. Overlook parking is at 8.7 miles.
From Brandon, take Route 73 east for 7.5 miles. Trailhead parking is on the right, just before the top of Brandon Gap. Please secure valuables in your vehicle, as this lot experiences vandalism. The trail starts on the other side of Route 73. Overlook parking is at 7.6 miles.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
