15.5 mi
Distance
3,455 ft
Elev. Gain
Out & Back
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Lake to Panther Gorge is an out-and-back trail in Essex County, New York. It is 16 miles long and gains 3,455 feet. The nearest town is Schroon Lake, New York, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 633 ft |
| High point | 8.6 mi | 998 ft |
| End | 17.2 mi | 633 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Schroon Lake, NY · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Essex County, NY
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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