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Trail description
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"correction_needed": true,
"current_error": "climbs 1,148 meters over its course to the summit",
"issue": "The elevation gain figure of 1,148 m is inconsistent with summit height. Web sources indicate summit is 3,744 feet (1,143 m absolute), with elevation gains ranging from ~503m to 488m depending on trailhead elevation. The description should clarify actual elevation gain relative to trailhead.",
"recommended_fix": "Replace '1,148 meters' with 'approximately 488 to 503 meters' OR state gain more precisely as 'substantial elevation gain of roughly 500 meters' based on most sources. Alternatively, use 1,600 feet (488 m) from official DEC source."
}
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Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
To access the hiking trails, head to the trailhead located at the end of Cedar River Road. From the town of Indian Lake, take Route 28/30 east for about 2 miles, then turn onto Cedar River Road and continue for approximately 12 miles until you reach the parking area. This is the primary access point for the trails in this area.
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- Hiking shoes Essential
- → Salomon Elixir Tour Mid WP · 203.38 $
- Layered clothing Essential
- Rain jacket Essential
- Trekking poles
- → Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork · 69.99 $
- Headlamp
- → Petzl Actik Core 625 · 103.95 $
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