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Everything you need to know before you goStarting Point
The medina falls are located in the town of Medina, New York. To get to the start of the trails, take exit 48 from the New York State Thruway (I-90) and head north on Route 31. The trailhead is located just past the intersection of Routes 31 and 19.
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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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