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Summary: "Glen" comes from an old Gaelic word meaning small, narrow and secluded valley. Watkins Glen began to form 12,000 years ago at the end of the most recent episode of the Ice Age. Great continental glaciers from Canada had excavated an immense trough in an ancient river valley, leaving behind 35 mile long Seneca Lake, the deepest of the Finger Lakes. Glen Creek has poured down the glacially steepened valley side ever since, slowly eroding this gorge through the weak sedimentary rocks, a process which continues at this very moment. The elevation rise from the Main Entrance to the North Entrance is 520'. There are shuttle busses that can bring you back from the top, or take you there to begin your hike for a nominal fee ($2). Dogs are not allowed. Trailhead: http://www.schuylerny.com/direct.html Copy and paste this link for directions comming from various locations. (Lat:42.35 Lon:-76.87) Trail Guides for Watkins Glen, NY: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Watkins Glen State Park Ranger station (607) 387-7041 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Joe Cross, who has posted 56 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Linda on 4/28/2008 Visiting NY from CA for the first time we trolleyed to the top and hiked down on a gorgeous spring day. Appreciated the trolley! Hiking, waterfalls, views, ambience all made it our most memorable hike ever. Met some seniors who were sorry they tried to hike up, as it was quite strenuous, and they got hot and tired. We highly recommend the whole Finger Lakes area.
Reviewed by Jim on 6/22/2007 Hiked it many years ago during US Grand Prix. Still one of my best memories.
Reviewed by JK on 5/21/2007 We were here this past weekend with several of our Girl Scouts and it was just awesome! We'll definitely be coming back!
Reviewed by CN on 4/10/2007 This is a wonderful place to go for a hike. We went from the top to the bottom and can't wait this year to go from the bottom up to the top.
Reviewed by Viewer on 11/5/2006 awesome
Reviewed by Ed S. on 7/2/2006 Is one of the most amazing places to visit on the East Coast. I have enjoyed this place for almost 40 years now and never get tired of going there, just takes me longer to got to the top. Be sure to go out of the way to see it, and bring plenty of film. I'm on the way there for the 4th. 
Reviewed by Felix on 7/29/2005 Bus is now $3.00
Reviewed by mark on 7/17/2005 good hike great place for the family. the rock formations and waterfalls are great. we stayed at the watkins glen camp which is very nice and had a good time. i'm going back to the glen soon on your way home drive by seneca lake. it is absolutly beautiful Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: New York Hiking, New York Trails, New York Hikes, Schuyler County Hiking, Schuyler County Trails, Schuyler County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||