Glen Creek Gorge Loop via Gorge Trail and Indian Trail in Watkins Glen State Park
The Glen Creek Gorge Loop offers a captivating hiking experience through a stunning landscape of waterfalls, narrow gorges, and unique rock formations. As you traverse the Gorge Trail, highlights include the dramatic Sentry Bridge and the enchanting Cavern Cascade, where the trail actually takes you behind the waterfall for a unique view. The return journey along the Indian Trail provides a contrasting perspective, featuring scenic overlooks and a tranquil forest atmosphere, making this loop a well-rounded adventure for nature lovers. #Hiking #Loop #Gorge #Canyon #Waterfall #River #Forest #Nature
- Distance: 3.9 Km
- Elevation gain: 138 m
- Maximum elevation: 297 m
- Elevation loss: 121 m
- Minimum elevation: 166 m
- Moving time: 1 h 6 m
- Moving speed: 3.5 Km/h
- Maximum speed: 21.8 Km/h
- Total time: 1 h 23 m
- Global speed: 2.8 Km/h
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Coordinates: 42.37148 -76.89177 42.37559 -76.87254
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United States > New York > Schuyler County > Watkins Glen
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United States > New York > Schuyler County > Town of Dix
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