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Mount Storm King Trail vs Tuscarora Trail

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

Units
Mount Storm King Trail Tuscarora Trail
Distance 1.4 mi2 km 252 mi406 km
Elevation gain 2,201 ft671 m 17,110 ft5,215 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Local Regional
Country United States United States
Best time to hike Best from July to July Best from October to November
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Mount Storm King Trail vs Tuscarora Trail: which should you hike?

At 252 mi406 km, Tuscarora Trail is the longer route — roughly 251 mi403 km more than Mount Storm King Trail (1.4 mi2 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mount Storm King Trail is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.