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Matthew
January 18, 2024
Hiking
Cowans Gap Lake is a 42-acre reservoir that is the centerpiece of Cowans Gap State Park. There are hiking paths circling the lake and trails branching in all directions from the water. The State Park Service offers a lot of different amenities around the lake, including boating, fishing, and camping access.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Cowans Gap Lake
3.0
(1)
10
hikers
6.61km
02:05
250m
230m
Hike the moderate 4.1-mile Tuscarora, Horseshoe, and Standing Stone Trail Loop in Cowans Gap State Park, gaining 806 feet with lake and ridg
Moderate
5
hikers
2.42km
00:37
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
5.0
(1)
6
hikers
6.16km
01:37
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
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Elevation 370 m
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