Cross-County Hike Series

2025 County Hike Series – Allegany County

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Each year, the Finger Lakes Trail Conference offers a series of hikes across a different county along the trail.  This year we are excited to be moving across the beautiful and scenic Allegany County!

In 2025 the hikes will cover approximately 60 miles of rolling hills, farmland, deep valleys, and ravines in Allegany County. In 60 miles you will hike through four State Forests and a Wildlife Management Area, and several charming hamlets.

We are offering TWO options for participation;

  • Group Hikes, guided by experienced Hike Leaders, include bus shuttle service from the end to the starting point of each hike and a SAG (Supply and Gear) Wagon with snacks and refreshments. (This bus shuttle is a great way to chip away at your end-to-end goal!) Registration for the full series of group hikes has closed, but if you would like to register for a single group hike within the series, check out the table further down the page!
  • Independent Hikes allow you to complete the hikes on your own.

The County Hike Series is one of the FLTC’s most popular hiking events, and there truly is an option for everyone.  Whether you are a trail runner or like to stop and smell the flowers, there will be a group to fit your desired pace!

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Registration Options and Rates

All series group & independent registrations include a 2025 Allegany County Hike Series t-shirt (adult uni-sex sizing)!  Additionally, you can become a member, or renew your membership, when you register.

Options and Prices
Option Price
FLTC Member Group Hikes Adult $125
FLTC Non-Member Group Hikes Adult $175
FLTC Member/Non-Member Group Hikes Child $100
FLTC Member/Non-Member Independent Hikes Adult/Child $50
FLTC Individual Membership $50
FLTC Family Membership $75

Registration is open for independent hikers. Registration for the group hikes as a series has closed, but you can register to hike with the group for single hikes within the series below. Founders Hikes will be separate events this year.

Hike Information

County Hike Series participants will receive hike information, including the Allegany County Hike Series Guidebook by April 1, 2025.

The Guidebook contains detailed information about the hikes; where to meet, what to expect on hike days, etc. Everyone who registers for the Allegany County Hike Series will also be added to an email group [email protected]. This is a great place to ask questions, find carpool buddies for the hikes, etc.

Participants in the Group Hikes are split into groups based on hiking pace.  Buses pick up participants at the end point in the morning and drive them to the starting point of each scheduled hike. Near the middle of the hike, a SAG Wagon is set up so hikers can refresh themselves with drinks and snacks. Hikers may choose to stop for the day at the SAG Wagon, completing a “half-hike,” and make arrangements with other half-hikers to complete the other half on another day, or to complete the hike on their own.

Hikes are scheduled for the third Saturday of each month beginning in April.  The longest hike is approximately 11.9 miles and the shortest is approximately 8.5 miles.  The Series concludes during the FLTC’s Fall Weekend Festival.

Single Hike Information

For those looking to complete one of the hikes in the County Hike Series along with a group, we have an option for you! Use the links in the table below to sign up for each hike. Below are some details about each hike. On the day of each hike, all participants will be expected to assemble and sign-in at the designated meeting point.

  • Arrive between 8:15-8:30 a.m. at the meeting place and sign in.
  • Announcements at 8:45a.m.
  • Buses depart at 9:00 a.m. and will take you to your hike starting point.
  • Hike groups will have no more than 12 people. If you have trouble keeping up with your selected pace, speak to the leader or sweep.
  • Precise meeting point map coordinates and additional details about the hike will be emailed to you when you register.
  • Registration for each hike will close 3 days before the hike. Be sure to register before then to secure your spot!

April 19th, 2025

This is a 9.4 mile hike on map M9. This hike will cover the portion of the Finger Lakes Trail between M9 Access 4 and Kanakadea County Park.

May 17th, 2025

This is an 11.9 mile hike on maps M8 and M9. This hike will cover the portion of the Finger Lakes Trail between Swain Lodge Resort and M9 Access 4.

June 21st, 2025

This is a 9.5 mile hike on Map M6. This hike will cover the portion of the Finger Lakes Trail between M6 Access 4 on Rice Rd and Whiskey Bridge on Route 19A.

July 19th, 2025

This is an 11.1 mile hike on map M7. This hike will cover the portion of the Finger Lakes Trail between Whiskey Bridge on Route 19A and M8 Access 1 on Fox Hill Rd.

August 16th, 2025

This is a 9.6 mile hike on maps M5 and M6. This hike will cover the portion of the Finger Lakes Trail between Swift Hill State Forest and M6 Access 4 on Rice Rd.

September 20th, 2025

This is a 9.1 mile hike on map M8. This hike will cover the portion of the Finger Lakes Trail between M8 Access 1 on Fox Hill Rd and Swain Lodge Resort. Please note that this hike takes place during our Fall Weekend Celebration; participation in other Fall Weekend activities is not included in your registration for this hike.

Hike Schedule
Hike DateSingle Hike Registration
April 19CLOSED
May 17CLOSED
June 21Single Hike Registration (Registration closes June 18)
July 19Single Hike Registration (Registration closes July 16)
August 16Single Hike Registration (Registration closes August 13)
September 20Single Hike Registration (Registration closes September 17)