A short connector through forested terrain, this trail spans just over half a kilometer and is marked by red disks maintained by the state's Department of Environmental Conservation. The route is brief enough to serve as a link between longer paths or as a quick woodland walk in its own right. Though modest in length, it threads through country typical of the region's lower elevations, where mixed hardwoods and the occasional rocky outcrop define the character of the forest floor.
Panther Mountain Trail runs 0.4 miles (0.6 km) with about 335 feet of elevation gain — a moderate hike, with a sustained climb, about 20 minutes on the trail. NYS DEC maintains the route.
Closest parking lots within range, ranked by walking distance. Accessibility flags come from Google verified-data; surface and capacity from OpenStreetMap. Confirm hours and seasonal closures before you go.
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Editorial trailhead listings within roughly 3 miles. Useful for permit info, parking capacity, and access-road conditions.
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