Watkins Glen
May 31 - October 31, 2021
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NOTE: THIS YEAR, WE WILL BE USING AN ONLINE EVENT REGISTRATION SYSTEM. IT WILL BE SET UP PRIOR TO THE WALK START IN MAY.
This walk is now set up as an Online Start Box (OSB) walk. There is no box at the Start Point and walkers
must set up an OSB account with AVA to get information. Go to the AVA web site (AVA.org) to set up
your OSB account and to sign up and get credit for the walk. Highlights of the walk include beautiful
views of the gorge in Watkins Glen State Park, great views at the foot of Seneca Lake, and an interesting
jaunt through the Town of Watkins Glen.
must set up an OSB account with AVA to get information. Go to the AVA web site (AVA.org) to set up
your OSB account and to sign up and get credit for the walk. Highlights of the walk include beautiful
views of the gorge in Watkins Glen State Park, great views at the foot of Seneca Lake, and an interesting
jaunt through the Town of Watkins Glen.
NOTE: START POINT MAY BE CLOSED. CALL AHEAD OF TIME TO VERIFY.
POC: Doug Gausman (607) 757-0164
Trail rating: 3C
The route goes along Seneca Lake, through the village of Watkins Glen and then into beautiful Watkins Glen State Park, climbing up over 800 steps through the Glen. The walk requires a short drive to town from the start point. The route through the Glen is difficult and slippery. Walkers must wear footwear in good condition and pace themselves for a strenuous climb.
Directions: From the south and east: take I-81 to NY 17West to Elmira, take Hwy 14 north from Elmira to Watkins Glen. Turn left on Highway 409 and follow Highway 409 north for 3/4 mile; turn right on Route 28; then bear right at junction with Route 23 and proceed 1/4 mile to Start Point. From the west: take I-90 to I-390 through Corning to Elmira if coming from the north, otherwise take NY17 east to Elmira and follow direction to Watkins Glen.
Eligibility: All ages are welcome to participate. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No pets, strollers or wheelchairs.
Registration: Each participant must register at the start point and fill out a start card. Start cards are turned in at the finish. Event is eligible for acquisition of IVV achievement awards. Fee is $3.00. IVV achievement books are available for $6.00 each. Participants may walk at no charge if no event credit or award is wanted.
Awards: A beautiful photo magnet
Disclaimer: The Village of Watkins Glen, Watkins Glen State Park, and the Finger Lakes Region Volkssport Club cannot be held responsible for any lost or stolen items, accidents, or injury at any time. Every reasonable effort has been made to make the walk safe and enjoyable for all participants.
Updated February 7, 2021
POC: Doug Gausman (607) 757-0164
Trail rating: 3C
The route goes along Seneca Lake, through the village of Watkins Glen and then into beautiful Watkins Glen State Park, climbing up over 800 steps through the Glen. The walk requires a short drive to town from the start point. The route through the Glen is difficult and slippery. Walkers must wear footwear in good condition and pace themselves for a strenuous climb.
Directions: From the south and east: take I-81 to NY 17West to Elmira, take Hwy 14 north from Elmira to Watkins Glen. Turn left on Highway 409 and follow Highway 409 north for 3/4 mile; turn right on Route 28; then bear right at junction with Route 23 and proceed 1/4 mile to Start Point. From the west: take I-90 to I-390 through Corning to Elmira if coming from the north, otherwise take NY17 east to Elmira and follow direction to Watkins Glen.
Eligibility: All ages are welcome to participate. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No pets, strollers or wheelchairs.
Registration: Each participant must register at the start point and fill out a start card. Start cards are turned in at the finish. Event is eligible for acquisition of IVV achievement awards. Fee is $3.00. IVV achievement books are available for $6.00 each. Participants may walk at no charge if no event credit or award is wanted.
Awards: A beautiful photo magnet
Disclaimer: The Village of Watkins Glen, Watkins Glen State Park, and the Finger Lakes Region Volkssport Club cannot be held responsible for any lost or stolen items, accidents, or injury at any time. Every reasonable effort has been made to make the walk safe and enjoyable for all participants.
Updated February 7, 2021
