Near Claytor Lake Trail
Claytor Lake Overlook
Near Claytor Lake Trail
Claytor Lake trail sign

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Claytor Lake Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
Hike through the woods near the shoreline of Claytor Lake.
1.5
mi
Distance
132
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Lake

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.5mi
Distance
132ft
Elevation Gain
185ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
1,983ft
High Point
1,867ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail leads from Campground C towards Claytor Lake through the woods with options to connect to the Bent Tree, Hidden Valley, and Lakeview trails. Follow blue blazes.

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Contributors
Katie Wardinski