UPCOMING HIKES
Hike Announcement Townsend Rd > Watkins Glen > Burdett 5/9/25 7:30AM
Hike Announcement M24 Ludlow E06 Passport and Lean-To Sunday 05/10/25 8:30AM
This will be a celebration for Anne Altshuler's 90 Birthday!
You don't have to hike just walk to the lean-to about 1/4 mile.
Meet at the Ludlow SF Kiosk at Saturday 5/10/25 8:30 AM
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gUDbjfjRpX849VfcA
Hike to the Passport Station and back to the Lean-To. 2.25 miles.
The little falls on the Ludlow Creek will relax you and float your worries away.
This day is sure to be special.
Tellin' it straight, 📏
Steve
Hike 101s
Please share this information with your hiking friends and organizations. Registration is required. https://fingerlakestrail.org/whats-happening/hiking-programs/hiking101/
This is a great way to start off the warmer hiking season. These hikes are great for people new to hiking or new to the FLT. Everyone is invited.
If you’ve ever wanted to get out and hike but felt like you didn’t know where to go or how to pack and prepare this is the perfect hiking series for you! The Finger Lakes Trail’s Hiking 101 series is designed for novice hikers of all speeds and ability levels. We’ll be in touch with you before the hike with tips about what to pack and how to dress for the weather. You will be led by experienced hikers who know the trails and want to share their love of hiking with you.
These hikes require pre-registration. They are designed for a new hiker or someone new to the area. The hike leader will explain the basics of the Finger Lakes Trail system and help familiarize the hikers to the trail. All participants should be aware that hiking trails may be slippery and have uneven terrain. Some of the hikes will have creek crossings and possibly mud. Proper sturdy hiking type footwear is advised. Wear weather appropriate clothing, the hikes are rain or shine. Bring drinking water, bug spray, and sunscreen. A snack or lunch is also recommended based on your personal needs.
Registration is for each individual hike. A couple of days prior to the hike, registrants will receive a confirmation email with details from the hike leader. If you would like to participate in more than one hike, you must register for each hike.
Recommendation: Wear sturdy hiking type footwear (there are tree roots, uneven ground, creek crossings, possible mud). Wear weather appropriate clothing, the hike is rain or shine. A hiking stick or pole may be helpful. Bring drinking water, bug spray, and sunscreen. A snack or lunch is also recommended. All the hikes have beautiful sights, so bring a camera/cellphone.
Date: May 3, 2025, Saturday (close registration – April 30th)
Start time: 10 AM
FLT Map: L2 & M7
Meeting location: Whiskey Bridge on River Road where the FLT crosses the Genesee River
GPS: 42.5586, -78.0479
Hike leader: Zach Barber
Hike distance: approximately 5 miles
Description: This is a little harder of a hike but not brutal. It begins near the southern terminus of the Letchworth branch. The hike is a nice trail with bridges and gorges and a ridgeline to walk on.
Date: Saturday, May 17th, Saturday (close registration – May 14th)
Start time: 10 AM
FLT Map: B3 and HBL
Meet Location: About three miles southeast of Prattsburgh. Meet at the FLT parking on Bean Station
Rd, about 200 feet east of where the Bristol Hills Branch of the FLT crosses the road (Access point
16 on Map B3). Park on the grass on the north side of the road. We will carpool from there to the hike
starting point on Glen Brook Rd (Access point 17 on Map B3). Parking is limited at both access
points.
GPS: 42.477861, -77.242159
Hike leader: Chris DeGolyer
Length: 3 miles
Dogs: Dogs are not allowed on this hike.
Description: The Huckleberry Bog Nature Trail loop is a Passport Hike, and the trail is mostly flat. We'll walk more slowly than most hikes, because we will use the nature guide to look at nature stops along the way. Highlights include bog plants, spring wildflowers, and vernal pools. The nature guides can be borrowed from the trail registers or downloaded for free at https://fingerlakestrail.org/wp-content/uploads/Huckleberry_Bog_Guide.pdf .
Hike date: June 1, 2025, Sunday (close registration - May 29th)
Start Time: 12:30 PM
FLT Map: M14
Meeting Place: Sugar Hill State Forest Rt 21 Parking area. There is an off road parking area on Route 21 just north of the FLT access.
GPS: 3036 Co Rte 21, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 (Google address)
Hike leader: Melody DeCamp
Hike Distance: 2.1 miles
Description: This hike begins on portions of the Seneca and Mohawk trails with a gentle but noticeable incline, gaining 200 feet in elevation within the first third of a mile. The steady climb is manageable but provides a satisfying challenge as you make your way through the beautiful, wooded trail! Should we experience an increase of rain during the spring season, we may encounter some mud which makes for a slightly slippery but fun element of the adventure. Be sure to dress your feet appropriately. Once the initial incline is conquered, the trail flattens out, offering a peaceful stroll through the woods. About a mile into the hike, we will make our way toward the highlight of the hike: the twin lean-tos. These rustic shelters, side by side in a serene setting, are perfect for a rest, a quick snack, and a drink of water. After, we will loop back around onto the Finger Lakes Trail for the final mile hike back to our cars!
Hike date: June 14, 2025, Saturday (close registration – June 11th)
Start time: 10 AM
FLT Map: M6
Meet location: Stickles Road, off County Route 3, Centerville-Hume Rd.
GPS: 42.471, -78.1974 or N42 28.263 W78 11.8464
Hike leader: Bob Schooley
Hike distance: approximately 3.5 miles
Description: The hike will be in a private forest, along the FLT. It's a beautiful hike to a huge, old Black Cherry tree. We'll stop for a snack break at a simple camp before hiking back to the cars. It is a mostly level hike with slight elevation.
Hike date: July 26, 2025, Saturday (close registration – July 16th)
Start time: 10 AM
FLT Map: M6
Meet location: Stickles Road, off County Route 3, Centerville-Hume Rd.
GPS: 42.471, -78.1974
Hike leader: Bob Schooley
Hike distance: approximately 3.5 miles
Description: The hike will be in a private forest, along the FLT. It's a beautiful hike to a huge, old Black Cherry tree. We'll stop for a snack break at a simple camp before hiking back to the cars. It is a mostly level hike with slight elevation.
All the above information can be found on the FLTC website.
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Peg Fuller
VP of Programs
