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Hadley Mountain Fire Tower
Hadley Mountain Fire Tower is a quick, moderate hike with amazing views. This is, very understandably, one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Adirondacks. At the summit of this modest peak,...
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Kaaterskill High Peak Hike
This classic Kaaterskill High Peak hike starts in Platte Clove, crosses the summit, and descends to Hurricane Ledge for one of the great Catskills views. Kaaterskill High Peak, once thought to be the...
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Cascade & Porter Hike
The hike to Cascade and Porter is regarded as one of the easiest 46er hikes — but the trail is rated moderate and, in spots, is a little challenging. This hike offers a taste of high-mountain adventure...
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Steep Ravine, Dipsea Trail & Matt Davis Loop
The storied Steep Ravine/Dipsea/Matt Davis loop, famed for its varying climates and ecosystems, offers hikers an opportunity to traverse through misty redwood groves, climb sun-drenched ridges, and...
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Slide Mountain (Best Route, Updated)
As you set out to hike Slide Mountain, the tallest peak in the Catskills, prepare yourself for an adventure that blends natural beauty, a sense of accomplishment, and a deep connection with New York’s...
View ArticleHow Indian is Indian Head?
Long before Europeans “discovered” the area we call The Hudson Valley, Native Americans had been cultivating the land for thousands of years, perhaps since the glaciers first retreated 13,000 years...
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Is Elon Musk’s Backcountry Satellite Network a Lost Cause?
Touted as a game-changer for areas like the Catskills and Adirondacks, the “Coverage Above and Beyond” initiative aimed to bridge the gap between remote wilderness and the connected world. In August...
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Poets’ Walk Park on the Hudson River
Poets’ Walk near Rhinebeck, New York, is an enchanting park and loop trail, a serene landscape that has inspired poets and artists for centuries. Welcome to Poets’ Walk, near Rhinebeck and Red Hook in...
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How to Winter Hike: The Essential Roundup
If you’ve never hiked in winter, this is a great page to get started on your winter hiking journey. Embarking on your first winter hiking adventure can be both exhilarating and daunting, and this...
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Mount Chocorua via Piper Trail
Embark on a historic and visually stunning journey up Mount Chocorua via the Piper Trail, one of the most celebrated paths in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. This popular trail, renowned for its...
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Bushwhack Ticetonyk South Ridge
This is a fun and challenging short hike, through extremely varied terrain. Strong backcountry navigations skills are required. Waterproof boots are highly recommended. Ticetonyk Mountain is a lower...
View ArticleOverlook Mountain Trail
The Overlook mountain fire tower trail is short, easy, and packs a ton of punch: atmospheric hotel ruins, a beautiful ledge with historic carvings, and the best fire tower view in the Catskills—and you...
View ArticleHow Indian is Indian Head?
Long before Europeans “discovered” the area we call The Hudson Valley, Native Americans had been cultivating the land for thousands of years, perhaps since the glaciers first retreated 13,000 years...
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Is Elon Musk’s Backcountry Satellite Network a Lost Cause?
Touted as a game-changer for areas like the Catskills and Adirondacks, the “Coverage Above and Beyond” initiative aimed to bridge the gap between remote wilderness and the connected world. In August...
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Poets’ Walk Park on the Hudson River
Poets’ Walk near Rhinebeck, New York, is an enchanting park and loop trail, a serene landscape that has inspired poets and artists for centuries. Welcome to Poets’ Walk, near Rhinebeck and Red Hook in...
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How to Winter Hike: The Essential Roundup
If you’ve never hiked in winter, this is a great page to get started on your winter hiking journey. Embarking on your first winter hiking adventure can be both exhilarating and daunting, and this...
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Mount Chocorua via Piper Trail
Embark on a historic and visually stunning journey up Mount Chocorua via the Piper Trail, one of the most celebrated paths in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. This popular trail, renowned for its...
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Bushwhack Ticetonyk South Ridge
This is a fun and challenging short hike, through extremely varied terrain. Strong backcountry navigations skills are required. Waterproof boots are highly recommended. Ticetonyk Mountain is a lower...
View ArticleOverlook Mountain Trail
The Overlook mountain fire tower trail is short, easy, and packs a ton of punch: atmospheric hotel ruins, a beautiful ledge with historic carvings, and the best fire tower view in the Catskills—and you...
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Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove
The deeply lovely route to Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove brings you through some of the Catskills’ most beautiful terrain. The trail from Platte Clove is a showcase of the region’s natural...
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