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New York
Bruce Trail - Niagara Section
49.3 mi
Distance
3,374 ft
Gain
17h 28m
Time
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Bruce Trail - Niagara Section
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 49.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 3,374 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,980 ft
- Highest point
- 629 ft
- Lowest point
- 292 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Bikes
- no
About this trail
The Bruce Trail's Niagara Section stretches nearly 50 miles across New York as a challenging point-to-point route designed for experienced hikers seeking a substantial backcountry adventure. This hard-difficulty trail demands significant endurance and preparation, making it ideal for those ready to test their hiking capabilities over an extended distance.
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