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Newtown Overlook

The Newtown Overlook at Newtown Battlefield State Park near Elmira, New York is an easy 0.1-mile one-way walk that features a valley view of the mountains surrounding Lowman and Wellsburg, New York.

This is not a hike but rather a short walk that leads from a large parking lot, passed the Newtown Battlefield Monument, and over to the large vista/overlook at the park. Walkers can technically drive up to the overlook, but if you wish to make a day hike out of the park, you can leave your vehicle at these parking coordinates and walk to the Newtown Overlook, then hit some trails. From the Newtown Overlook, visitors get views into the Lowman and Wellsburg, NY valley.

Universally Accessible
Note that this exact path is not universally accessible, but if visitors follow the paved entrance road (instead of cutting through the grass), they'll end up at the overlook. The entrance road is fully accessible, but has some small hills that require a bit of work to climb toward the Newtown Battlefield Monument along the way.

Parking
Visitors will find parking next to the overlook or at the coordinates provided, which leads to a large parking lot.

Pets
Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
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Know Before You Go

  • The Newtown Overlook is a short, easy walk (0.1 miles one-way) in Newtown Battlefield State Park, offering valley views of Lowman and Wellsburg, NY.
  • While the direct path isn't universally accessible, the paved entrance road provides an accessible route to the overlook, albeit with some hills.
  • Dogs are permitted on a leash, and visitors must clean up after them; parking is available near the overlook or in a larger lot.
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Distance
0.1 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
One-Way
Est. Time
5 min
Elev. Gain
15'
Rating
0.0
Added
June 07, 2023
Updated
June 12, 2023

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Total Change
44'
Ascent
15'
Descent
56'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    42.045622, -76.733957
  2. Main Trailhead

    42.045581, -76.733869

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Universal Access

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0.1 miles / 0.2 km
June 06, 2023
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