Join Marv Freedman for this 8.3 miler to the 3460’ summit of Dry Brook Ridge. Rated as moderate-to-difficult, this hike includes a 2230’ ascent and is expected to take about seven hours.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, plenty of water/ sports drink, rain gear, insect repellent, and sunscreen, and hiking poles (recommended). This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by July 8. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader.

We will meet at 8am in the parking area behind Mornings Restaurant in Arkville on State Route 28 (closed on Wednesday).

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1ck2ACQEPDCTnHRQ9

GPS Coordinates: 42.147170, -74.620091

We'll leave most cars here and will drive in a single car to the closest parking available near the trailhead.

Driving directions: Arkville is located 42 miles west of the traffic circle at Exit 19 (Kingston) of the NYS Thruway. Mornings Restaurant is on the left. From Route 28 west, Arkville is about 1.5 miles past Margaretville and Mornings Restaurant is on the right.

Additional Info: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.

This one-way hike will visit St. Anne's Peak, West Kill Mountain (with Buck Ridge Lookout), and Diamond Notch Falls. This route will cover seven miles of the Devil’s Path and part of the Diamond Notch Trail. Rated as difficult, this eight-mile outing is expected to take about six hours.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ drink, rain gear, insect and sun protection, headlamp, and hiking poles (optional). Hikers must register by July 3. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Please note, this hike is limited to 12 people and dogs are not permitted.

Directions: We’ll meet at the Diamond Notch Parking Lot at 8:00 am. (We will then shuttle to the Devil’s Path Parking Lot, about three miles.)

From NYS Thruway Exit 19 (Kingston) merge onto NY 28 west for 27.6 miles. Then take State Route 42 north for 7.3 miles then turn right on County Hwy 6 (Spruceton Road) in West Kill and take this road 6.8 miles to the Diamond Notch Parking Lot on the right. (This is the last parking lot before the end of the road; do not park at the end of the road.)

From State Route 23A at Lexington, take State Route 42 south for 4.1 miles then turn left on County Hwy 6 (Spruceton Road) in West Kill and take this road 6.8 miles to the Diamond Notch Parking Lot on the right. (This is the last parking lot before the end of the road; do not park at the end of the road.)

GPS Coordinates: 42.182240 - 74.26955

Google Maps Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3FQ4kZEAjqQ48Gt4A

Join Marv Freedman and friends for this long and challenging 13-mile bushwack and trail hike to four high peaks, with more than 4000’ of elevation gain. The pace of the hike will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed, typically) with steep climbs, and short breaks. Rating: Difficult. Duration: About ten hours.

Hikers need to bring lunch/ food, water/ sports drink,insect repellent, sunscreen, layers of clothes, rain gear, hiking poles, a headlamp, and batteries. This hike is limited to 12 people and registration is required by July 4. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. Note, meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We will meet at the McKenley Hollow trailhead, off of OlIverea Road, in time to sign in, transfer gear, and begin our shuttle by 8 am.

GPS Coordinates for McKenley Hollow Trailhead: 42.0704945, -74.474100

Google Maps link for McKenley Hollow Trailhead: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vUf8BegS1Ltw5VJ48

 Driving directions: McKenley Hollow Trailhead is reached from State Route 28 in Big Indian. Turn south onto Ulster County Highway 47 and go almost three miles. Turn right onto McKenley Hollow Road and continue almost a mile to the trailhead.

Additional Information: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.

Journey up the Beaverkill, across the divide, and into the Neversink Watershed. This moderate-difficult 13.2-mile route will cover the Neversink Hardenburgh Trail, which is part of the Catskills All Trails Challenge. For this eight-hour hike, participants need to bring food/ snacks, water/drink, rain gear, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, head lamp with fresh batteries, and hiking poles, if preferred.

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by June 26. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Please note: dogs are not permitted on this hike; trail conditions can alter the route and pace/ overall duration of the hike; and severe weather will postpone the hike.

Directions: We'll meet at 9am at the Balsam Lake parking area at the end of Beaver Kill / Turnwood Road. From NYS Thruway Exit 19 (Kingston) turn right onto State Route 28 west and follow for 46.3 miles. Turn left onto route 30 follow for 8.3 miles. After crossing the Pepacton Reservoir, turn left immediately onto BWS road 8 for 1.9 miles. Stay right as BWS becomes Barkaboom Road - continue for 6.3 miles. Turn left onto Beaverkill Road follow for 9.5 miles to its end. The parking area will be on your right.

From Old Rte. 17 (west of Livingston Manor), take Beaverkill Road north. At 10.8 miles stay right and continue for another 9.5 miles to the end of the road. The parking area will be on your right.

Google Maps Link to meeting location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qL5gF4VKWma31RZ38

GPS coordinates of meeting location: 42.023958, -74.599684

Join Marv Freedman and friends for this one-way 11+ mile ramble in the western Catskills. The hike will include the Pelnor Hollow and Campbell Mountain Trails. Rated as difficult, the outing is expected to take about nine hours. The day's pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving pace) with short breaks. We won’t stop for a long lunch break. Hikers need to bring plenty of water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots, extra clothing; rain gear, sunscreen, and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by June 24. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader. Note: meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We’ll meet at 8 am at the Cat Hollow Trailhead Parking area. This is where our hike will end. We'll shuttle to Pelnor Hollow to start our hike. (Note, it's usually difficult to find a place to park anywhere near the trailhead.)

Directions: The Cat Hollow Trailhead is located on State Route 206 (aka County Hwy 7) between Downsville and Roscoe. From the junction of State Routes 30 and 206 just east of Downsville, the trailhead is 2.2 miles on the right. From the traffic light in Roscoe, the trailhead is nine miles on the left.

GPS Coordinates to Cat Hollow Trailhead Parking: 42.051819, -74.914862

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cAc9mHSAEo9AfxRz6

Beginning at Notch Lake/ Stony Clove Notch we'll hike to the Plateau Mountain summit with great views along the way. We’ll also visit the overlook above Mink Hollow then backtrack to the Warner Creek Trail for the decent on Daley Ridge to Silver Hollow Notch. Rated as difficult, this 8.5-mile hike is expected to take six hours. Participants need to bring food/ snacks, water/drink, rain gear, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, head lamp with fresh batteries, and hiking poles, if preferred.

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by July 3. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Please note: dogs are not permitted on this hike; trail conditions can alter the route and pace/ overall duration of the hike; and severe weather will postpone the hike.

This one-way hike requires a short shuttle. We’ll meet at the parking area nar the entrance of Notch Inn Road. From the junction of State Routes 28 and 214 in Phoenicia, the Notch Inn Road parking area is 8.1 miles north on 214 and is located on the right. From the junction of State Routes 23A and 214 in the town of Hunter, the Notch Inn Road parking area is 4.2 miles south on 214 and is located on the left. This is where our hike will end. We’ll shuttle to the Notch Lake parking area a few miles to the north to begin the hike. Note, a fee applies at the Notch Lake parking area.

GPS Coordinates to Notch Inn Road parking area: 42.14084, -74.21207

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ukThinGiFbMogg256

Join Marv Freedman and friends for this trail hike to the summit of West Kill (3898'). This will be a seven-mile, five-hour hike with an ascent of about 1900’. This hike is rated as moderate to difficult. The pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph average moving pace). Fit beginners are welcome.

Participants should bring lunch, water, sports drink, snacks, insect repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses, sturdy hiking shoes, headlamp, and hiking poles (recommended). This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by June 21. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. Note, meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike. Please be ready to hike by 8am.

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 19 (Kingston) merge onto NY 28 west for 27.6 miles. Then take State Route 42 north for 7.3 miles then turn right on County Hwy 6 (Spruceton Road) in West Kill and take this road 6.8 miles to the parking area on the right, almost to the end of the road.

From State Route 23A at Lexington, take State Route 42 south for 4.1 miles then turn left on County Hwy 6 (Spruceton Road) in West Kill and take this road 6.8 miles to the parking area on the right, almost to the end of the road.

Note, this parking lot (where we’ll meet) is on the right just past the Spruceton Trail Parking Lot (which is on the left). Do not park at the end of the road.

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xAE9ZJPgZJu2xbwf6

Diamond Notch Parking Lot, GPS Coordinates: 42.18240 -74.26955

Ramble over some of the peaks in the Western Catskills on the way to completing the Catskills All Trails Challenge… or just because it’s a great place to hike. This 9+ mile outing, rated moderate-to-difficult and expected to take about seven hours, will include the Middle Mountain, Mary Smith, and Little Spring Brook Trails. The hiking pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with short breaks.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink, headlamp, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, layered clothing, rain gear, and hiking poles are recommended. This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by June 17. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted on this hike with the permission of the event leader. Note: meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We will meet at the parking area on Little Spring Brook Road at 8am. This is where our hike will end; we’ll shuttle to the beginning of the hike.

From the intersection of State Route 30 and State Route 206 (Cat Hollow Road/ County Hwy 7)) just east of Downsville, take 206 south for 4.9 miles. Turn left onto Little Spring Brook Road Spur, then left on Little Spring Brook Road. Proceed almost one mile to the parking area on your right.

From Route 17 Roscoe exit, take Old Rte 17/ Route 206 north for 6.1 miles (from Main St. Roscoe/ traffic light) and turn right onto Spur Road which becomes Little Spring Brook Road. Follow for 1.2 miles to the parking area on your right.

GPS Coordinates: 42.026832, -74.878086

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sW6SHXXZcbSYB5MT9

Join Laura Battelani, CMC Board Member and volunteer for the NYNJ Trail conference as she maintains her adopted trails for the spring season. After meeting in Margaretville, we’ll drive to the Hill Road Trailhead, inspecting the trail, climb approximately 1500' gradually, then inspection and clearing on Dry Brook Ridge. We'll hike the Pakatakan Mountain southward, passing a 700-year-old bog and arrive at a beautiful lookout of the Pepacton Reservoir. We'll relax and have a midday lunch at the overlook with beautiful western views of the Catskills. The return is planned on German Hollow Trail with more maintenance as needed. This outing is rated moderate-difficult and will cover about seven miles in seven hours.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ drink, insect repellent, rain gear, sturdy hiking boots/ shoes, and comfortable layers. If you would like to help with trail clearing bring hand clippers, loppers, a foldable saw, gloves, and eye protection. This event is limited to 12 people, and registration is required. To register, contact Laura Battelani at bodyworx@catskill.net by June 13. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

We will meet at the car wash on Fair Street in Margaretville. Margaretville is 43 miles west of the NYS Thruway Exit at Kingston. Fair Street is the second entrance (on the right) to the village from Route 28 and the car wash is immediately on the right. From the west, Margaretville is 23.5 miles from Delhi on Route 28. Fair Street is the first entrance on the left to the village and the car wash is immediately on the right.

GPS coordinates: 42.14403, -74.65174

Google Map Links: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Kysi8Jh2s3DrN5gN6

Here’s a great opportunity to explore 14 miles of trails in the Willowemoc Wild Forest. Rated as difficult, this counter-clockwise loop on the Quick Lake and Flynn Trails is expected to take eight hours. The outing is ideal for those looking to complete the Catskills All Trail Challenge… or just a reason to get outside and enjoy this corner of the Catskill Forest Preserve.   

Participants need to bring lunch/ plenty of food and drink, rain gear, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, a headlamp and batteries, and hiking poles (recommended). This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by June 12. To register, contact Al at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Severe weather will postpone the hike.

Directions:

From NYS Thruway Exit 19 at Kingston, turn right onto Route 28 and follow for 30.4 miles. Turn left onto County Highway 47 in Big Indian follow for 19.3 miles. Make a sharp right uphill turn onto Pond Road (which will turn into Pole Rd. then Willowemoc Rd.) for 9.4 miles. Turn right onto Monguap Road, continue for almost three miles, stay left on Beech Mountain Road and the parking area is on the left.

From NYS Route 17 westbound, take exit 96W and turn left onto DeBruce Road. Continue on DeBruce Road 5.6 miles to Mongaup Road. Turn left onto Mongaup Road and drive 2.7 miles to where the road splits. Stay left on Beech Mountain Road and drive .3 miles to the parking area on the left.

From NYS Route 17 eastbound, take exit 96E and turn right at the end of the exit. Proceed .1 mile to stop sign, turn left, then take the next left onto DeBruce Rd. You will soon see a "red caboose" on left. Continue on DeBruce Road 5.6 miles to Mongaup Road. Turn left onto Mongaup Road and drive 2.7 miles to where a fork in the road. Bear left onto Beech Mountain Road and drive .3 miles to the parking areason the left.

Google Maps link to trailhead: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jFDn7ZfmoFJi2PMa9

GPS coordinates to trailhead: 41.95090, -74.70717

This route begins at the Prediger Road Parking Area, traverses these four high peaks and concludes at Notch Lake. Rated as difficult and recommended for advanced hikers, this route will cover more than 13 miles, include 4830’ in elevation gain, and last upwards of 11 hours.

The day's pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving pace) with short breaks. We won’t stop for a long lunch break. Hikers need to bring plenty of water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots, extra clothing; rain gear, sunscreen, insect repellent, hiking poles, a headlamp and batteries.

The event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by June 13. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader. Note: meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We will meet at Notch Lake parking area in time to sign in, transfer gear, and begin our shuttle at 8 am. (Note, a parking fee at Notch Lake may apply.)

Driving directions: From State Route 28 at Phoenicia take State Route 214 north for 9.5 miles and the Notch Lake Parking Area is on the left.

From State Route 23-A, turn south onto State Route 214 for 2.85 miles and the Notch Lake Parking Area is on the right.

GPS Coordinates: 42.15939 - 74.20349

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RFC8rTyvXifKqWXRA

Join Marv Freedman and friends for this 11-miler with a section along the Catskill Escarpment. The route begins at Mary’s Glen parking area inside the North-South Lake Campground, visits North Point, traverses the spectacular escarpment, and drops down into Kaaterskill Clove. Rated as difficult, the outing is expected to take upwards of nine hours. The day's pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving pace) with short breaks. We won’t stop for a long lunch break. Hikers need to bring plenty of water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots, extra clothing; rain gear, sunscreen, and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by June 10. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader. Note: meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We’ll meet at 8 am at the Harding Road Trailhead. This is where our hike will end.

We'll shuttle to the Mary's Glenn parking area inside North South Lake Campground (fee required) to start or hike.

Directions: The Harding Road Trailhead is located just west of Palenville on the right side of State Route 23A, one-half miles from the junction of Route 23A and Route 32A.

GPS Coordinates: 42.176184, -74.030452

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/L7j7SNbNMDPYN8EE7

Join Al Purdy for a challenging hike to the Catskills’ second highest peak. With over 2000’ of elevation gain, this hike is rated as difficult. The hike will begin at Becker Hollow on State Route 214 and conclude at Notch Lake on State Route 214. The hike is 5.7 miles in length and is expected to take six hours.

Participants need to bring plenty of food/ snacks, water/ drink, sturdy hiking shoes, rain gear, insect repellent, headlamp, and hiking poles are recommended. This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by June 5. To register, contact Al at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Severe weather will postpone the hike.

Additional Information: Notch Lake will be our meeting place at 9am. We will only leave enough cars here as needed for the shuttle to the Becker Hollow Trailhead. Any car parked at Notch Lake must pay to park there. For those aspiring to complete the Catskills All Trails Challenge, we will complete the Becker Hollow and Hunter Mountain Trails. We will also cover 2.10 miles of the Devil's Path and 0.3 miles of the Spruceton Trail.

Driving directions: From State Route 28 at Phoenicia take State Route 214 north for 9.5 miles and the Notch Lake Parking Area is on the left.

From State Route 23-A, turn south onto State Route 214 for 2.85 miles and the Notch Lake Parking Area is on the right.

GPS Coordinates: 42.15939 - 74.20349

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RFC8rTyvXifKqWXRA

Link to poster above: https://www.townoflibertyny.gov/events/walk-back-in-time-walnut-mountain-interpretive-trail-opening/

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/69xanhDBzfcPUJGp6

Event by Headwaters Trails NY

Stamford, New York

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Join Headwaters Trails for a National Trails Day Community Hike! (Easy-Moderate)

Headwaters Trails is excited to invite the community on a walk lead by the members of Headwaters Trails on Saturday, June 6th at 9:00 AM in honor of National Trails Day.

We’ll meet outside of Stamford Coffee and walk together up to the trailhead, continuing on to the beautifully scenic pond. Along the way, we’ll share more about the revitalized Headwaters Trails initiative, our plans to reopen and care for the existing trail network, and how the community can get involved.

This will be a casual community walk and a great opportunity to learn more about what’s planned, ask questions, and meet new people. The hike will be weather permitting, and dogs are welcome on leash.

Details:
Saturday, June 6
9:00 AM
Meet outside Stamford Coffee
Walk to the trailhead and scenic pond (approximately 3 miles)
Weather permitting
Dogs welcome on leash

We hope you’ll come out, meet the Headwaters Trails team, and hear what we have planned for the months ahead!

Join Marv Freedman and friends for this two-part outing to three high peaks. The day begins with a non-DEC trail hike to Vly Mountain (3541’) and Bearpen Mountain (3587’). The morning distance is 6.5 miles and the elevation gain is 2100’. This will be followed by a short, steep bushwhack in the afternoon to Halcott Mountain (3509’.) The afternoon distance is 3.5 miles, and the elevation gain is 1700’. The day’s pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving pace) with short breaks. Overall mileage is 10 miles, and the duration will be about eight hours. Fit beginners are welcome to join. The day’s hikes are rated as moderate-to-difficult.

Participants need to bring lunch, hiking poles (recommended), headlamp, layered clothing, rain gear, water, sports drink, snacks, insect repellent, and sunscreen. This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by June 6. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader.

Directions: Parking is limited at the morning trailhead, so we'll meet at 8am in the parking area across from the Highmount Post Office at 8 Galli Curci Road, in Highmount NY, just off of State Route 28 and at the base of the Belleayre Ski Center. From the east, Highmount is located 37 miles west of the NYS Thruway Exit 19 (Kingston) on Route 28 at the top of the hill. From the west, Highmount is located 8.2 miles east of the village of Margaretville at the top of the hill. For the afternoon hike, we'll caravan to the Halcott parking area on Rt 42.

GPS Coordinates to parking lot across from Highmount Post Office: 42.14680, -74.49486

Google Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tpT31VPLPGnZ9omt7

Additional Info: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.

Enjoy this one-way 11-miler with leader Marv Freedman. The route follows the Colgate Lake Trail to Dutcher Notch, then the Escarpment Trail over Stoppel and North Points to Badman Cave. The Rock Shelter Trail will then take us to the Scutt Road Parking Area. Rated as difficult, the hike will include fantastic views and a plane-crash site. This scenic outing has additional appeal to those seeking to complete the Catskills All Trails Challenge.

The pace of the hike will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed, typically) with steep climbs, and short breaks. We expect the event will take eight-to-nine hours.

Hikers need to bring lunch/ food, water/ sports drink, insect repellent, sunscreen, layers of clothes, rain gear, hiking poles, a headlamp, and batteries. This hike is limited to 12 people and registration is required by June 3. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request.

Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. Note, meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We’ll meet at the Scutt Road Parking Area. This is where our hike will end. We'll shuttle to the Colgate Lake Parking Area to start or hike.

Directions to Scutt Road Parking Area: From NYS Thruway Exit 20/ Saugerties, take State Route 32 north for just under six miles. Bear left onto State Route 32A for 1.9 miles. At State Route 23A, turn left and continue up the clove for 4.9 miles. Turn right onto North Lake Road for 2.2 miles (going past Laurel House Rd) and turn right onto Scutt Road. The parking area will be on the right.

From State Route 23A west, continue 1.7 miles east past Tannersville and turn left onto North Lake Road. Proceed 2.2 miles (going past Laurel House Rd) and turn right onto Scutt Road. The parking area will be on the right.

GPS Coordinates: 42.201091, -74.058432

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JK3vNtmk96GWgHLj9

On Sunday, May 31st, 4:00 the Andes Hotel and the Catskill Mountain Club will be hosting a BBQ party in the hotel's back garden.  Proceeds from the BBQ will go toward the replacement of the Andes Rail Trail Bridge. BBQ chicken and ribs and sides for the amazingly low price of $25 per person. Cash bar will also be available. Please come out to support the Andes Rail Trail, to savor a great meal, and to enjoy the company of other outdoors enthusiasts.

Hike with the Catskill Mountain Club Before BBQ Option: 

Anyone would like to do a short hike on the rail trail before the BBQ, please meet at the trailhead at 3:00.

If you are not able to attend, donations can be made at www.givebutter.com/rail-trail-bridge

This point-to-point hike in the Western Catskills will cover 5.6 miles and include the Middle Mountain Trail and a 3.3-mile section of the Mary Smith Trail. Whether you’re interested in completing the Catskills All Trails Challenge or just want to get out during this beautiful time of the year, these lesser-visited trails offer seclusion with some solid climbing and descending.  Rated as moderate-to-difficult, this outing is expected to take about five hours. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, plenty of water/ drink, proper outer wear, layers, boots, gaiters, hiking poles (recommended), insect repellent, and sunscreen.

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by May 29. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Please note: dogs are not permitted on this hike; trail conditions can alter the route and pace/ overall duration of the hike; and poor weather conditions will postpone the hike.

This one-way hike includes a shuttle. We will meet at the Holiday and Berry Brook Parking Lot at 9am and then car-shuttle to Beech Hill Road to begin the hike.

Directions to the Holiday and Berry Brook Parking Lot:

From the East, take State Route 28 to Margaretville (where it is joined by State Route 30) and continue 3.4 miles on 28/30. Turn left onto State Route 30 (where it splits with 28) and continue 15.2 miles (crossing the Pepacton Reservoir) to Holiday and Berry Brook Road. Turn left (has a sign for Huggins Lake) onto Holiday and Berry Brook Road and continue 2.9 miles to the parking lot, which is on the left.

From the west, Holiday and Berry Brook Road is located 4.75 miles east of the junction of State Routes 30 and 206 (just east of Downsville). Turn right (has a sign for Huggins Lake) onto Holiday and Berry Brook Road and continue 2.9 miles to the parking lot, which is on the left.

GPS Coordinates for meeting location: 42.038723, -74.847671

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/199ynxYyofkWz3AP6

This 9.5-mile, one-way hike is rated moderate-to-difficult and includes 3090' of elevation gain. The hiking pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with short breaks, for an overall hike time of about eight hours.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink, hiking poles (recommended), headlamp, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, layered clothing, rain gear, and hiking poles are recommended. This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by May 30. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted on this hike with the permission of event leader Marv Freedman.

We will meet at the Woodland Valley Parking Area at 8:00 am, in time to sign in, transfer gear, and begin our shuttle to Fox Hollow.

Driving Directions to Woodland Valley Parking Area: From Rt. 28, just west of Phoenicia, turn south on Woodland Valley Rd. Cross Esopus Creek. Turn rt. on Woodland Valley Rd. Travel about 6 miles to the Woodland Valley State Campground. Turn right into Day Use Lot.

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/df2JLUddVR5oKFkY6

GPS Coordinates: 42.036243, -74.357887

Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.

Join Marv Freedman and other hikers for this 6.6-mile one-way hike with just under 2000’ in elevation gain. This event will take about five hours and is rated as moderate-to-difficult. Also included is the option to add a second 2.75-mile hike covering the Giggle Hollow Trail and the last segment of the Pine Hill-West Branch Trail. The hiking pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with short breaks. Belleayre Mountain (3424’) occupies the number 41 slot on the Catskills hundred highest list of peaks.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink, hiking poles (recommended), headlamp, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, layered clothing, rain gear, and hiking poles are recommended. This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by May 27. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted on this hike with the permission of event leader Marv Freedman.

We will meet at the end of Bonnie View Ave. in Pine Hill, ready to shuttle at 8am. This is where our hike will end. We'll shuttle to the Lost Clove Trailhead to begin our hike.

We will meet at the parking area on Bonnie View Avenue at 9am.

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 19 (Kingston), turn right onto State Route 28 west and follow it for 33.2 miles. Turn left onto South Main Street (entrance to Pine Hill), continue for 0.4 miles and turn left onto Bonnie View Avenue. Proceed to the end of the road (about two-thirds of a mile).  

From Route 28 west, the entrance to Pine Hill Road (on right) is .56 miles after Highmount/ turn to Belleayre Ski Center. After turning onto Pine Hill Road, go .67 miles to Bonnie View Ave and turn right. Proceed to the end of the road (about two-thirds of a mile). 

GPS Coordinates: 42.137630, -74.491307

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VwkZocFf5NfpNc1WA

Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.

This 13-mile, challenging and difficult hike will summit four high peaks and include fun scrambles, spectacular views, and 4300’ of elevation gain. The hike will move at a moderate pace (about 1.5mph moving speed). Hikers need to bring plenty of water/ sports drink (recommended 1 to 2 liters), lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots with good traction, proper/ layered clothing, a headlamp and extra batteries, gaiters and hiking poles are recommended. We will take short breaks but not stop for a long lunch.

This hike is limited to 12 people and registration is required. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by May 23. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. Note: meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We will meet at 8:00 am at the end of Barnum Road.

Directions to Barnum Road: From NYS Thruway (87) Saugerties/ Exit 20, turn right on 32 North for six miles and keep straight onto NY-32A. Take NY-32A for 0.6 miles, bear left onto NY-23A. Take Route 23A for 5.5 mi. and turn right onto Co. Hwy 25.  At 2.8 mi. stay right onto Co. Hwy 23C; in another four miles turn right onto Co. Hwy 40. In 1.1 mi. turn right onto Hauser Rd for 0.5 mi./ end. Turn right onto Barnum Road and trailhead parking is 0.4 mi.  Google address is 323 Barnum Rd., East Jewett NY, 12424.

GPS Coordinates are 42.26399, -74.17666

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MUwyqjWfpQpGUxrK9

Join Al Purdy and hiker friends for this one-way, 11-miler in the Northern Catskills. This outing will cover the complete Colgate Lake and Rock Shelter Trails, as well as 4.9 miles of the Escarpment Trail for the Catskills All Trails Challenge. Rated as difficult, this hike is expected to take about nine hours. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, plenty of water/ drink, proper outer wear, layers, boots, gaiters, hiking poles (recommended), insect repellent, and sunscreen.

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by May 22. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Please note: dogs are not permitted on this hike; trail conditions can alter the route and pace/ overall duration of the hike; and poor weather conditions will postpone the hike.

We will meet at 8:00 am at the Scutt Road Parking Area to begin the shuttle to Colgate Lake.

Directions to Scutt Road PA: From NYS Thruway Exit 20/ Saugerties, take State Route 32 north for just under six miles. Bear left onto State Route 32A for 1.9 miles. At State Route 23A, turn left and continue up the clove for 4.9 miles. Turn right onto North Lake Road for 2.2 miles (going past Laurel House Rd) and turn right onto Scutt Road. The parking area will be on the right.

From State Route 23A west, continue 1.7 miles east past Tannersville and turn left onto North Lake Road. Proceed 2.2 miles (going past Laurel House Rd) and turn right onto Scutt Road. The parking area will be on the right.

GPS Coordinates: 42.20063, -74.05816

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FF2nDHfNud4QBNnB9

Standing high above the reservoir, this 3086' peak is #81 on the Catskill Hundred Highest list. To reach its summit, we’ll hike 6.3 miles round trip and gain about 2000’ in elevation. We’ll also visit a plane crash site. Rated as moderate to difficult, this hike will take about 4.5 hours. The day's pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving pace) with short breaks. Fit beginners are welcome to join this hike.

Hikers need to bring plenty of water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots, extra clothing, rain gear, sunscreen; and hiking poles are recommended. The event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by May 20. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com    Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader. Note: meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.
Meet at Kanape Brook parking area on Watson Hollow Road, ready to hike at 8 am.
Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AWW4KqmLBYhJLmcb6
GPS: 41.936998, -74.327368

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 19/ Kingston, turn right onto State Route 28 west. Go 16.1 miles to Boiceville, turn left onto Route 28A. Proceed three miles, and turn right onto Ulster County Hwy 42/ Watson Hollow/ Peekamoose Road and continue four miles to the Kanape parking lot on the right.

Join Al Purdy on this one-way hike along a 14-mile stretch of the Long Path, with visits to Huckleberry Point and Poet’s Ledge. This full-day outing (ten hours) is rated as difficult. Participants need to bring plenty of food/ snacks, water/ drink, sturdy hiking shoes, rain gear, insect repellent, and hiking poles are recommended.

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required by May 15. To register, contact Al at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Severe weather will postpone the hike. This route may be of particular interest to those undertaking the Catskills All Trails Challenge.

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 20 Saugerties, take Route 32 north for 5.7 miles. And continue straight onto Route 32a for 1.9 miles. Take a slight left onto 23A for 0.5 miles, and the Harding Road Trailhead parking area will be on the right. From here, there will be a shuttle to the beginning of the hike.

GPS Coordinates to the Harding Road Trailhead parking area: 42.17616, -74.03050

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/cjgTW3225nhYM5iJ8

Join Marv Freedman on this tour of the Dry Brook Ridge (3465’) with beautiful views. This moderately-paced (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed), 12.5-mile hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take 10 hours. Hikers should bring plenty of water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, proper clothing/ layers, rain gear, insect repellent, sunscreen, a headlamp and batteries; and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required by May 16. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell phone number when you register. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.

To reach the Huckleberry Brook Trailhead from the east, take State Route 28/30 1.9 mi. miles west from Fair St. Margaretville and turn left (across from the stone schoolhouse).   From the west, take State Route 28/30 east 1.2 miles from the junction of State Routes 28 & 30 at Dunraven and turn right.  Following the signs for the Huckleberry Loop, turn left. In a short distance at the top of the hill, turn right onto Huckleberry Brook Road; then in one-third of a mile, stay to the right and the trailhead is 1.25 miles on the left, right next to the road.

GPS Coordinates of trailhead: 42.11281, -74.65129

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ry8TrpZEPTKJAuLx5

Additional Information: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike. (Poor weather will postpone the hike.)

This 15+ miler in the Willowemoc Wild Forest will include the Big Rock, Flynn, Loggers Loop, and Quick Lake Trails. This is a great opportunity to cover these trails toward completing the Catskills All Trails Challenge… or to just spend a day moving through this corner of the Southern Catskills. Expected to take nine hours, this event is rated as difficult, more so for the distance than the terrain.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink, hiking poles (recommended), headlamp, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, layered clothing, and rain gear. This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by May 12. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted on this hike with the permission of event leader.

Directions: We will meet at the Frick Pond Trailhead, ready to hike at 8am.

From NYS Route 17 westbound, take exit 96W and turn left onto DeBruce Road. Continue on DeBruce Road 5.6 miles to Mongaup Road. Turn left onto Mongaup Road and drive 2.7 miles to where the road splits. Stay left on Beech Mountain Road and drive .3 miles to the parking area on the left.

From NYS Route 17 eastbound, take exit 96E and turn right at the end of the exit. Proceed .1 mile to stop sign, turn left, then take the next left onto DeBruce Rd. You will soon see a "red caboose" on left. Continue on DeBruce Road 5.6 miles to Mongaup Road. Turn left onto Mongaup Road and drive 2.7 miles to where the road splits. Stay left on Beech Mountain Road and drive .3 miles to the parking area on the left.

From the NYS Thruway Exit 19 (Kingston) turn right onto Route 28 west, go one-half mile and turn right onto US 209 south. Take 209 south for 25 miles and turn right onto State Route 55 in Napanoch. Take 55 West for 16.1 miles and turn right onto Sullivan County Hwy 19 (Claryville Road). Go 2.7 miles and turn left onto Hunter Rd. Take Hunter Rd. for 5.5 miles and turn left onto Willowemoc Rd. Take Willowemoc Rd. for 3.6 miles and turn right onto Mongaup Rd. for 2.7 miles. Continue straight onto Beech mountain road 0.3 miles to the Frick Pond parking area.

GPS Coordinates to Frick Pond Trailhead (meeting location): 41.95086511, -74.707181105

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WhUa5dhcHc33buFm6

Additional Info: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.

This is a chance to find and identify the beautiful Spring ephemeral wildflowers which are so named because they appear in early spring when they flower and fruit and then die back, all in a short period before the trees have had a chance to leaf out. Most hikers never see these flowers because they wait for late spring or summer to get into the woods. We will look for Trillium, Spring beauties, Trout Lily, Hepatica, Violets, Squirrel Corn, Dutchman’s Breeches, Jack-In-The-Pulpit and others. We may also find ramps and some early mushrooms. Kelly Hollow is one of the most beautiful short trails in the Catskills with rocky streams and waterfalls. It has a combination of coniferous and deciduous forests with a lovely, abandoned beaver pond near a lean-to at the top.

Howard Raab passed away in February 2025. He was a member of the CMC board of directors, a trail maintainer and builder, a hike leader and a dear friend to many in the Catskills. He organized the first ephemeral wildflower hike in Kelly Hollow in 2011 and led it annually. We continue the tradition in his honor. This year’s hike will be led by Wendell George and Ann Roberti, CMC Board members.

The trail is considered a moderate-level loop: four miles with about 500’ in elevation gain. Beginners should be fit and familiar with uneven footing, muddy and wet terrain, and a few steady ascents and descents. Participants need to bring lunch, and/or snacks, drinks to have at the lean-to (there is a privy nearby), waterproof footwear, proper clothing, and insect repellent. This event is limited to 12 people so please register early. Registration is required by May 9. Register by contacting the leader at aroberti@catskill.net . Leave a phone number in case of a need to contact you on short notice. If you must cancel, please notify us so others can take your place.

Addt’l info: Leashed or well-behaved dogs are welcome. Questions about event may be directed to leader via email.  In case of poor weather the hike will be postponed. If in doubt, call before 8:30 am on Sunday (# provided when you register).

We will meet at the trailhead at 10:30 am. The Kelly Hollow Trail is located on Millbrook Road in the town of Middletown, NYNJ Trail Conference map #142, F-5,6.

GPS Coordinates: 42.078879, -74.650613

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/F3yVzH1pawcuCABW9

Directions to trailhead: From State Route 28, turn south across from the old stone school house (this intersection is two miles west of Margaretville and one mile east of the 28/30 split at Dunraven). Then turn immediately right onto NYC reservoir road (BWT10) for 3.7miles. Turn left onto Millbrook Road and continue for 5.3 miles to the trailhead parking area on the right (second entrance).

Join Marv Freedman and friends for this long and challenging 13-mile bushwack and trail hike to four high peaks, with more than 4000’ of elevation gain. The pace of the hike will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed, typically) with steep climbs, and short breaks. Rating: Difficult. Duration: About ten hours.

Hikers need to bring lunch/ food, water/ sports drink,insect repellent, sunscreen, layers of clothes, rain gear, hiking poles, a headlamp, and batteries. This hike is limited to 12 people and registration is required by May 9. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. Note, meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about two to four days before the hike.

We will meet at the McKenley Hollow trailhed, off of OlIverea Road, in time to sign in, transfer gear, and begin our shuttle by 8 am.

GPS Coordinates for McKenley Hollow Trailhead: 42.0704945, -74.474100

Google Maps link for McKenley Hollow Trailhead: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vUf8BegS1Ltw5VJ48

 Driving directions: McKenley Hollow Trailhead is reached from State Route 28 in Big Indian. Turn south onto Ulster County Highway 47 and go almost three miles. Turn right onto McKenley Hollow Road and continue almost a mile to the trailhead.

Additional Information: Meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.