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Black Bear Mountain from Uncas Road Trailhead via Black Bear Mountain Trail
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Black Bear Mountain
Western Region • Western Region
Miles4.9
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Black Bear Mountain is a moderate Inlet area summit hike with loop options, wooded climbing, boardwalks, and multiple summit viewpoints.
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- Selected Distance
- 4.9 miles RT
- Elevation Gain
- 787 feet
- Est. Time
- 3-5 hours
- Trailhead
- Uncas Road Trailhead
- Trail Markers
- Yellow / Blue markers
Black Bear Mountain from Uncas Road Trailhead via Black Bear Mountain Trail
Primary Route
Moderate Uncas Road climb to Black Bear Mountain's long open ridge.
Route Guidance
Trail Overview
Black Bear Mountain is a substantial but approachable summit hike near Inlet. The standard Route 28 approach follows an old rocky woods road, reaches a trail split, crosses a wet area on boardwalk, and then climbs more steeply toward the summit. Near the top, rockier footing and partial views lead into several summit viewing areas. The longer loop continues over the mountain and returns through a quieter trail corridor, while an alternate Uncas Road approach reaches the summit from the other side. This is one of the larger Fulton Chain Trifecta hikes.
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Black Bear Mountain has 2 route options shown here. Compare trailheads, mileage, gain, and access notes before choosing an approach.