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Current updates for Adirondack trail closures, construction work, access changes, and route issues that affect real trip planning.

Avalanche Pass and surrounding High Peaks terrain

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Avalanche Pass

Avoid this route

A July 2025 storm damaged one of the High Peaks’ key travel corridors. Here is what happened, why the pass should be avoided for now, and what the repair work is meant to restore.

Slide damage from Mount Colden
Lake Colden access affected
Repair plan approved
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Cascade Mountain and High Peaks landscape

Future route

Cascade Trail via MVHC

Not open yet

A new Mount Van Hoevenberg approach is being built for Cascade and Porter. It is longer, more durable, and still not open.

Approx. 5.5 mi one way when complete
Approx. 4.2 mi of new trail
Built for high-volume use
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