Watkins Glen
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Gorge Trail and Indian Trail Loop
Watkins Glen, New York
2.61 mi
/ 531 ft gain
Gorge Trail and Indian Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Watkins Glen, New York.
Gorge Trail and Lovers Lane Loop
Watkins Glen, New York
0.74 mi
/ 180 ft gain
Gorge Trail and Lovers Lane Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Watkins Glen, New York.
Watkins Glen South Rim Trail
Watkins Glen, New York
2.67 mi
/ 476 ft gain
Watkins Glen South Rim Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Watkins Glen, New York.
Gorge Trail via south Parking Lot
Watkins Glen, New York
4.6
4 mi
Nestled right off the main road in the small village of Watkins Glen in Upstate New York, Watkins Glen State Park is a beautiful area with plenty to see. Although it is a bit touristy and right off of the road, you'll forget how close to society you are when you see these beautiful waterfalls.
With three different entrances, parking is fairly easy, but arriving later in the day or earlier in t...
Catharine Valley Trail
Watkins Glen, New York
4.07 mi
/ 138 ft gain
Catharine Valley Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Watkins Glen, New York.
Photograph Aunt Sarah's Falls
Montour Falls, New York
This waterfall can be seen directly from the road but can also easily be missed when driving route 14. There is a small parking lot across the street to stop and enjoy the falls and take a few photos. It sits right on the border of Montour Falls just south of Watkins Glen.
Aunt Sarah's Falls is a seasonal waterfall, so it is best to visit in the spring or after a rainfall. However, it i...
Willow Walk Trail
Montour Falls, New York
2.41 mi
/ 30 ft gain
Willow Walk Trail is an out-and-back trail that is good for all skill levels located near Montour Falls, New York.
Explore Hector Falls
Burdett, New York
The waterfall is not far from Watkins Glen State Park, just a few miles north on route 414 on the east side of the lake. If you are out chasing waterfalls, this is an easy and beautiful spot to make a quick stop.
This is roadside, but there is plenty of shoulder along the road to pull off and take in the waterfall. There are multiple levels to this waterfall as it cascades towards Seneca Lake,...
Shequaga Falls
Montour Falls, New York
0.09 mi
/ 23 ft gain
Shequaga Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Montour Falls, New York.
Places to stay
Burdett, New York
Potomac Group Campground
Overview
Potomac Group Campground and Day Use Area provides a primitive camping experience for groups of 8-40 people. It is an excellent ...
Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania
Lawrence Recreation Area
Overview
Lawrence Recreation Area is a day-use facility on the south side of Cowanesque Lake. It is conveniently located on State Route 4...
Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania
Tompkins
Overview
Tompkins Campground is on the north shore of Cowanesque Lake in the northern tier of Pennsylvania, less than one mile from the N...
Lawrenceville, Pennsylvania
South Shore Recreation Area
Overview
South Shore Recreation Area is located on the south side of the Cowanesque Lake along State Route 49, just five miles west of La...
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