12.3 mi
Distance
1,821 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 44m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Sampson Lake is an out-and-back trail in Hamilton County, New York. It is 12 miles long and gains 1,821 feet. The nearest town is Speculator, New York, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 666 ft |
| High point | 7.8 mi | 817 ft |
| End | 12.2 mi | 666 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Speculator, NY · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Hamilton County, NY
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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