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United States NY-23A Difficulty: 7/10

Kaaterskill Clove & Catskill Mountain Pass

Ascends a dramatic ravine chiseled by Kaaterskill Creek. Features tight switchbacks hanging over deep gorges, the roaring Kaaterskill Falls trailhead, and sweeping curves climbing into the Catskill high peaks toward Hunter Mountain.

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Distance
Distance
18 mi
29 km total run
Turns
Turns
78
4.3 turns per mile
Summit
Summit
2,140 ft
Hunter Mountain Pass
Surface
Surface
Paved (Twisty)
Difficulty: 7/10
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Start: Catskill, NY End: Hunter / Tannersville, NY
Elevation Profile 180 – 2,140 ft
SUMMIT 2,140 FT
Hunter Mountain Pass
Apex Density Index 4.3 curves / mi
Scenic Sweeper Technical Switchback
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Nearby Staging
Ronnie's Cycle Sales ~35 mi
Pittsfield, United States • +1-413-443-0638
Berkshires & Mohawk Trail Hub | Multi-Brand Master Service | Tire Center
Brands: Harley-Davidson, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM
Motorcycle Mall ~100 mi
Belleville, United States • +1-973-751-4545
Northeast Mega-Dealership | High-Volume Tire Center | Multi-Brand Diagnostics
Brands: Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, KTM, Ducati
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Golden Eagle Restaurant at Mohawk Trail Hairpin Turn ~52 mi
North Adams, MA

Perched dramatically on the cliffside apex of MA-2's legendary Mohawk Trail hairpin turn. Offers a stupendous 3-state panoramic view stretching into Vermont and New York. The roar of motorcycles accelerating out of the switchback provides the constant soundtrack to a classic Berkshire meal.

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Tank-Bag Quick Reference Sheet

Start Point Catskill, NY 42.2178, -73.8648
Summit / High Point Hunter Mountain Pass 2,140 FT Summit
End Destination Hunter / Tannersville, NY 42.2145, -74.2185
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many curves and miles is Kaaterskill Clove & Catskill Mountain Pass?

Kaaterskill Clove & Catskill Mountain Pass spans 18 miles and packs approximately 78 curves (4.3 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 180 ft - 2,140 ft (Hunter Mountain Pass) and technical rating 7/10.

Where are the start and end coordinates?

The route starts at Catskill, NY (Latitude 42.2178, Longitude -73.8648) and finishes at Hunter / Tannersville, NY (Latitude 42.2145, Longitude -74.2185).

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