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Gorge Trail – Suspension bridge loop from Watkins Glen

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Gorge Trail – Suspension bridge loop from Watkins Glen

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Gorge Trail – Suspension bridge loop from Watkins Glen

01:14

3.83km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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757 m

Gorge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

The trail leads right through the beautiful gorge of Glen Creek. You hike along the steep walls of the gorge and can enjoy the full scenery of this place.

One tip: Bring rain gear and sturdy shoes as water constantly runs from the sides of the gorge.

More info about opening times can be found here: parks.ny.gov/parks/watkinsglen

The trail normally stays open from May to November.

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2.23 km

Suspension bridge

Highlight • Bridge

At Watkins Glan State Park, high above the gorge, this bridge offers sweeping views of the deep-water river below.

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2.35 km

Indian Trail – Watkins Glen State Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Gorge Trail runs along the bottom of the gorge, but this is not open until May. The Indian Trail runs along the top of the gorge

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3.83 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.76 km

1.65 km

213 m

158 m

Surfaces

1.76 km

1.65 km

213 m

158 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Friday 10 July

27°C

18°C

56 %

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

September 5, 2023,Watkins Glen State Park - Wilde Wasser und schöne Felsformationen

Nice little tour through and along the gorge in Watkins Glen.

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August 1, 2024,🇺🇸 Gorge Trail extended - Watkins Glen Day 14

At a pleasant 30-32 C, we just did a short walk to see the waterfalls. There are supposed to be 19 in a mile. I got confused when counting. Unfortunately, there was a fallen tree on the path, so we had to take a different route. Safety first!
Apparently, many New Yorkers come to this area to experience real nature. …

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