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Finger Lakes Trail

USA · North America · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 52/100

At a glance

CountriesUSA
ContinentNorth America
RegionNew York
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length1500 km
Typical duration60 days
Difficulty3/5 (Moderate)
Max altitude713 m
Best seasonApr-Nov
StartAllegany State Park, NY
EndCatskill Park, NY
Permit / guideNo permit
Special gearnone

Score

52/100
Scenery
15/35
Fame
10/25
Uniqueness
13/20
Logistics
14/20

Rolling forested hills and gorges across upstate New York

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.

Notes

~950 km main trail plus branch trails; altitude approximate

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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