Duck Hole via Preston Ponds Trail

Lake Placid, New York

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Distance

12.83 miles

Elevation Gain

1585 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

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Duck Hole via Preston Ponds Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Newcomb, New York.

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Snowshoeing

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