Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region
~25 days · 133.4 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region is known for
Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region is a 13–18-day backpacking route in New York.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,766 ft to 6,706 ft over 133.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 53.7 mi · 40%
- Downhill 43.3 mi · 33%
- Flat 35.7 mi · 27%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region scores 42/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region take?
Most backpackers hike the Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region in about 25 days (24 nights out) over its 133.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region?
The Finger Lakes Trail — Western Finger Lakes Region climbs roughly 17,720 ft total — about 133 ft per mile, topping out near 2,215 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.