Pakatakan

A quiet mountain with a beautiful view.

Peak Details

Height:  2,450ft  (747m)

Range:  Western Catskills

Level:  Moderate

Scenic:   Yes 

Trail Type:  Fully Trailed

 Pakatakan Hiking Trails & Hikes

sunset view

Pakatakan Lookout & Shelter

A short steep hike past dramatic rock formations leads to a sweet view over the Pepacton Reservoir.

 Pakatakan Topography

 Summit Forecast: Pakatakan

The page URL below shows the weather at Pakatakan’s summit for the next six days.

If a foreacast for a peak is not directly available, this page may display a link to a nearby location.

https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Balsam-Lake-Mountain/forecasts/1137

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