East Rusk
Mountain in New York · 3,629 ft
The hike up East Rusk
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is East Rusk?
East Rusk is 3,629 ft above sea level and lies in New York. Its prominence is 154 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up East Rusk?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 2.3 mi one way with 1,690 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 50 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for East Rusk?
The nearest parking is the parking area southwest of the peak — 2.3 mi on foot · ↑ 1,690 ft · about 2 h 50 min round trip. Alternative: the station east of the peak (about 2.4 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log East Rusk in Conquer?
Yes — East Rusk is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer East Rusk in the app
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