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Hike Bramley Mountain
Mar
19

Hike Bramley Mountain

  • 3276 Glen Burnie Road Delhi, NY, 13753 United States (map)
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Hike Bramley Mountain

Join us for a First Day of Spring hike to the summit of Bramley Mountain, future site of the Catskills' newest fire tower. This moderately difficult hike passes through a quarry before passing a number of impressive rock outcroppings. The summit offers panoramic views to the high peaks and the mountains that form the Pepacton Range on the south side of the reservoir. We will hike at a moderate pace and take time to have lunch and enjoy the views when we reach the summit.

This four-mile hike is expected to take four hours. Participants should bring lunch/ food, water/ beverage. Dress in layers of moisture wicking fabrics and wear good hiking shoes. Bring ice traction devices and snowshoes, depending on conditions. Hiking poles are recommended. Maps are available at the trailhead.

Hikers must register by March 17 by contacting leader Wendell George at wendell@catskillmountainclub.org or (845) 514-6959. The event is limited to 12 people. Dogs are permitted with the leader’s permission.

Meet at the northern trailhead. The trailhead is located on Glen Bernie Road in Delhi, seven-tenths of a mile south of the intersection with County Rt 18, or 3.3 miles north of SR 28. Take State Rt. 28 to Glen Bernie Road (4.7 miles east of Delhi; 7.6 miles west of Andes). After turning on Glen Bernie, go 3.3 miles to the trailhead on the right. From County Hwy 18, take Glen Bernie Road .7 miles and the trailhead is on the left.

GPS Coordinates 42.2993, -74.8360

Additional Information: Dogs must be well behaved around people and other dogs. Be prepared to leash when approaching other parties.
Hike is subject to cancellation or postponement due to hazardous weather conditions.

Comments: Questions about this event and registrations can be directed to: wendell@catskillmountainclub.org or call 845-514-6959. Provide your contact information for use on the morning of the hike in case there is a change in plans. Please be sure to notify the leader asap if you need to cancel your registration.

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Hike to Red Hill
Mar
30

Hike to Red Hill

  • 2205 Denning Road Claryville, NY, 12725 United States (map)
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This is a four-mile out-and-back moderate hike to the summit of Red Hill, which has a fire tower! It's a great hike no matter what, and if you're engaged in the NYS Fire Tower Challenge for 2024, and you haven't gotten to Red Hill yet, this is a chance to do so. We will proceed at an accommodating pace and take a lunch break at the summit. Participants should bring lunch/ food, water/ beverage, proper clothing and equipment, sunscreen, insect repellent, and micro-spikes if icy.

This event is limited to 12 registrants, and the deadline to register is March 28. Register by emailing hike leader Peter Manning at Peter@catskillmountainclub.org (preferred) or via phone (607) 832-4413. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Severe weather cancels; notification of cancelation will be via email the night before the hike.

Directions: From State Route 28 at Big Indian, take Ulster County Highway 47 south for 20.6 miles (becomes Sul. Co. Hwy 157) to the stop sign near Claryville. Turn left onto Denning Road and proceed 2.8 miles and the sign at the trailhead parking will be on your right.

From State Route 55 just west of Grahamsville, take the Claryville Road (Sul. Co. Hwy 19) for 7.4 miles and the sign at the trailhead parking will be on your right.

GPS Coordinates: 41.93520, -74.52925 (address 2205 Denning Rd., Claryville, NY).

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Hike to Vly & Bearpen Mountains
Apr
1

Hike to Vly & Bearpen Mountains

  • 8 Galli Curci Road Arkville, NY, 12406 United States (map)
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We will hike to Vly (3541') and Bearpen (3587') at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) along unofficial trails and snowmobile trails, with short breaks. There are great views from Bearpen. This is a moderate-difficult, seven-mile hike that is expected to take five hours. Fit beginners are welcome. Participants should bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink, sturdy shoes, proper clothing, hiking poles (recommended), and insect repellant.

This event is limited to 12 participants and registration is required before April 1. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Dogs are permitted on this hike with the permission of the event leader.

Directions: Parking is limited at the trailhead, so we'll meet in the parking area across from the Highmount Post Office at 8 Galli Curci Road, in Highmount NY, just off of 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 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.

GPS Coordinates for parking lot at Highmount: 42.146809, -74.49486

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 4 days before the hike.

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Hike to Southwest Hunter, Hunter, & Rusk Mountains
Apr
4

Hike to Southwest Hunter, Hunter, & Rusk Mountains

  • 2628 Spruceton Road West Kill, NY, 12492 United States (map)
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This a 12-mile trail hike and bushwack to SW Hunter (3753'), Hunter (4030'), and Rusk (3686') at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed), with short breaks. This hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take ten hours. Participants should bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink, sturdy shoes, proper clothing, hiking poles (recommended), a headlamp, and insect repellent. This event is limited to 12 participants and registration is required before April 4.  To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Dogs are permitted on this hike with the permission of the event leader.

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 6.6 miles to the Spruceton Trail Parking Lot on the left.

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 6.6 miles to the Spruceton Trail Parking Lot on the left.

GPS Coordinates of Spruceton Trail Parking Lot: 42.18437, -74.27219

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 4 days before the hike.

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Hike the Mary Smith and Pelnor Hollow Trails
Apr
7

Hike the Mary Smith and Pelnor Hollow Trails

  • 3788 Berry Brook Road Roscoe, NY, 12776 United States (map)
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Hike the Mary Smith and Pelnor Hollow Trails

Take an 8.8-mile hike on these remote and seldom used trails in the Western Catskills. Beginning at Holiday/Berry Brook Road, this out-and-back route will take us to the quiet reaches of Pelnor Hollow. This difficult hike is expected to take six hours and may be of interest to those working to complete the Catskills All Trail Challenge. Registration is limited to 12, and hikers must register by March 1. Register by contacting the leader, Al Purdy, at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332.

Participants need to bring lunch/ food, water/ beverage, layers of winter clothing, microspikes, snowshoes, gaiters, and trekking poles (recommended). Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

To reach the trailhead from NYS Thruway Exit 19, Kingston, turn right onto Route 28 west and follow for 46.4 miles. Turn left onto State Route 30 and follow for 18.8 miles around the Pepacton Reservoir. Turn left onto Holiday Brook/Berry Brook Road and follow for 2.9 miles to the DEC parking area on your left. (See address in upper left of this post.)


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Dry Brook Ridge via Huckleberry Loop
Apr
8

Dry Brook Ridge via Huckleberry Loop

  • 1644 Huckleberry Brook Spur Rd, Margaretville, NY 12455 (map)
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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 water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, proper clothing, sturdy boots, insect repellent, a headlamp; and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required before April 8. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Fit beginner hikers welcome. 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

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 4 days before the hike.

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Hike Blackhead, Black Dome, and Thomas Cole Mountains
Apr
11

Hike Blackhead, Black Dome, and Thomas Cole Mountains

  • 323 Barnum Road East Jewett, NY, 12424 United States (map)
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This one-way hike will traverse three Catskill High Peaks: Blackhead (3940'), Black Dome (3994'), and Thomas Cole (3953'). Rated moderate-difficult, this 7.3-mile hike is expected to take six hours. We will hike at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with steep climbs, and short breaks. Hikers should bring water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy boots, proper clothing, a headlamp; and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required before April 11. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.

We will meet at the end of Barnum Road. This is where our hike will end. We'll leave most cars here and will caravan to the parking area near the end of Big Hollow Road to start our hike.

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


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Hike West Kill Mountain, North Dome, & Mount Sherrill
Apr
13

Hike West Kill Mountain, North Dome, & Mount Sherrill

This one-way, 11-mile hike will visit West Kill Mountain (3898’), North Dome (3605’), and Mount Sherrill (3558’). This hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take 10 hours. We will hike at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with steep climbs and short breaks. There are nice views from West Kill and North Dome, and an optional detour (adds about 1 mile) to visit the abandoned school bus on Sherrill. Hikers should bring water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy boots, proper clothing, a headlamp; and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required before April 13. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com  Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.

Directions: We will meet at the Shaft Rd parking area off Route 42 in Lexington. This is where our hike will end. We'll leave most cars here and will caravan in a few cars to the West Kill parking area, near the end of Spruceton Road to start our hike.

From NYS Thruway Exit 19 (Kingston) merge onto NY 28 west for 27.6 miles. Then take State Route 42 north for 3.75 miles and Shaft Road is on the right; take the gravel road through the hedgerow and the parking lot is on the right.

From State Route 23A at Lexington, take State Route 42 south for 7.7 miles and turn left onto Shaft Road. Take the gravel road through the hedgerow and the parking lot is on the right.

GPS Coordinates: 42.16509, -74.40876

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 4 days before the hike.

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Hike Kaaterskill High Peak
Apr
15

Hike Kaaterskill High Peak

  • 2425 Platte Clove Road Elka Park, NY, 12427 United States (map)
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This is a moderate-difficult bushwhack and trail hike to Kaaterskill (3652') from Byrne Road via Hurricane Ledge. We will visit spectacular views, two plane crash sites, and take challenging scrambles. The hiking pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with short breaks. This hike is six miles and is expected to take five hours. Hikers should bring water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy boots, proper clothing, insect repellent, a headlamp; and hiking poles are recommended. Fit beginner hikers are welcome.

The event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required before April 13. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader. We will meet at Huckleberry Point parking area off of Platte Clove Road. This is where our hike will end. We'll leave most cars here, and will caravan to Byrne Road to start our hike.

Directions: To reach the trailhead from State Route 23A in Tannersville, take South Main, stay left on Spruce (becomes Platte Clove Rd.) and at 1.5 miles stay left on Platte Clove Road and continue another 5.2 miles and the trailhead/ parking area is on the left. (Go slow in Platte Clove. Do not miss turn!!)

From Route 23A west, take a right on Bloomer Road (.6 miles after the 23A/ 214 jnctn). Just after a mile stay to the right at the yield signs and onto Platte Clove Road (Co. Hwy. 16). Continue to the point that is 6.3 miles and you will see the Long Path parking area (meeting place) on your left.

Note: Platte Clove Road, east of the trailhead is a seasonal road and may not be open for the season on April 15

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 4 days before the hike.


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Hike Plateau, Sugarloaf, Twin, & Indian Head Mountains
Apr
20

Hike Plateau, Sugarloaf, Twin, & Indian Head Mountains

This 10-mile hike traverses the easter section the Devil’s Path -- Plateau (3835'), Sugarloaf (3783'), Twin (3650'), and Indian Head (3573'). Rated as difficult, this hike has great views and is expected to take eight hours to complete. We will hike at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed), with short breaks. Hikers should bring water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy boots, proper clothing, insect repellent, and a headlamp. Hiking poles are recommended.

This event is limited to 12 registrants and registration is required before April 20. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.

Directions: To reach the Devil’s Path, Prediger Road Trailhead from State Route 23A in Tannersville, take South Main, stay left on Spruce (becomes Platte Clove Rd.) and at 1.5 miles stay left on Platte Clove Road and continue another 4.3 miles and turn right on Prediger Rd.  The parking area is located off the end of this short road on the right.

From Route 23A west, take a right on Bloomer Road (.6 miles after the 23A/ 214 jnctn). Just after a mile stay to the right at the yield signs and onto Platte Clove Road (Co. Hwy. 16). From this point, continue on Co. Hwy. 16 for 4.3 miles and turn right on Prediger Rd.  The parking area is located off the end of this short road on the right.

GPS Coordinates for Prediger Rd. Parking Area: 42.13391, -74.10368

Note: This is where our hike will end. We'll leave most cars here and will caravan to the end of Mink Hollow Road in Elka Park to start our hike.

Note: Prediger Road can be approached by ascending Platte Clove Road from West Saugerties; however, Platte Clove Rd. (gorge section) is a seasonal road and although it is scheduled to open on April 15, there is no guarantee that it will be open.  

 

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Panther Mountain Hike
Apr
22

Panther Mountain Hike

Join this trail hike to the summit of Panther Mountain (3724') via Giant Ledge. This is a 6.6-mile hike is rated moderate-difficult. We will move at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed), and the outing is expected to take five hours. There are great views from Giant Ledge and Panther. Participants need to bring water/ sports drink, lunch, snacks, insect repellent, and proper clothing. Hiking poles are also recommended.

This event is limited to 12 people, and registration is required. Register by contacting Marv Freedman before April 22 at marvfreedman@gmail.com Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader.

To reach the Giant Ledge Parking Area, take State Route 28 to Big Indian and turn south on Ulster County Route 47. Take Route 47 7.3 miles to the sign for parking area on right (at the hairpin turn). GPS coordinates for parking area/ trailhead: 42.02630, -74.40355

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Hike to St. Anne’s Peak & West Kill Mountain
May
11

Hike to St. Anne’s Peak & West Kill Mountain

Hike to St. Anne’s Peak & West Kill Mountain

Beginning at the western end of the Devil’s Path, this hike will move along at a moderate-to-easy pace. This two-peak treat is rated as difficult and is expected to last six hours. We’ll pause along the way to enjoy nature’s treats, especially at Buck Ridge Lookout and Diamond Notch Falls.

Participants should bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, as well as clothes and gear for the weather and trail conditions, e.g. proper clothing, micro-spikes if needed, sunscreen, and insect repellent. This hike is limited to 12 people and pre-registration is required by May 7. To register, contact Deanna Felicetta at felicetta.deanna@gmail.com  or (845) 216-2021. Poor weather conditions will cancel the event. You can contact Deanna the evening before the hike between 4:00 and 9:00 PM. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Directions: We will meet near the end of the Spruceton Rd. (Greene Co. Hwy 6) at the Diamond Notch Parking Area. Note, this parking lot 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. Then we will shuttle back to the beginning of the hike, also on Spruceton Rd. Please drive slowly on Spruceton Rd.

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 trailhead 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 trailhead on the right, almost to the end of the road.

Diamond Notch Parking Lot, GPS Coordinates: 42.18240 -74.26955

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Hike the Mary Smith and Pelnor Hollow Trails
Mar
3

Hike the Mary Smith and Pelnor Hollow Trails

  • 3788 Berry Brook Road Roscoe, NY, 12776 United States (map)
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Take an 8.8-mile hike on these remote and seldom used trails in the Western Catskills. Beginning at Holiday/Berry Brook Road, this out-and-back route will take us to the quiet reaches of Pelnor Hollow. This difficult hike is expected to take six hours and may be of interest to those working to complete the Catskills All Trail Challenge. Registration is limited to 12, and hikers must register by March 1. Register by contacting the leader, Al Purdy, at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332.

Participants need to bring lunch/ food, water/ beverage, layers of winter clothing, microspikes, snowshoes, gaiters, and trekking poles (recommended). Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

To reach the trailhead from NYS Thruway Exit 19, Kingston, turn right onto Route 28 west and follow for 46.4 miles. Turn left onto State Route 30 and follow for 18.8 miles around the Pepacton Reservoir. Turn left onto Holiday Brook/Berry Brook Road and follow for 2.9 miles to the DEC parking area on your left.

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Onteora Lake & Bluestone Wild Forest
Feb
25

Onteora Lake & Bluestone Wild Forest

We will be hiking the Onteora Lake Loop, the Red Eft Trail, and the Bluestone Loop Trail -- all needed to complete the Catskill All Trails Challenge. This is a moderate, 7.8-mile loop that is expected to take four to five hours. This event is limited to 12 participants and registration is required by February 23. To register, contact Al Purdy Albertpurdy1@aol.comm or (845) 489-2332. Hikers should bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, sturdy hiking boots, winter layers, microspikes, snowshoes, gaiters, and trekking poles. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Directions: From NYS thruway Exit 19 at Kingston, turn right onto Route 28 West and follow for 3.8 miles to the Onteora Lake parking areas upper lot. From the west on Route 28, the left turn to Onteora Lake, marked with brown and white signs, is .85 east of the traffic light at the Stewart’s Shop in West Hurley.

Conditions permitting, drive up the dirt road to the interior/ upper parking lot for Onteora Lake. GPS coordinates: 41.9815 - 74.0855

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Hike to Split Rock Overlook via Little Spring Brook
Feb
18

Hike to Split Rock Overlook via Little Spring Brook

Here is a moderate four-mile out-and-back hike in the lesser-known Western Catskills. Al Purdy will lead hikers from the Little Spring Brook approach to the Split Rock Overlook and the junction of the Pelnor Hollow and Mary Smith Trails. This hike begins at 8:30 AM is expected to take three to four hours. In addition to food/ snacks and water/ beverages, hikers need to bring snowshoes, microspikes, trekking poles, gaiters, layers of winter clothing. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. Register by contacting Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332 by February 16.

Directions:

From NYS Thruway Exit 19 Kingston, turn right onto Route 28 West and follow for 46.4 miles. Turn left onto route 30 follow for 19.9 miles. Make a left onto route 206 (Cat Hollow Road) and follow for 4.9 miles. Turn left onto Little Spring Brook Road follow 1.2 miles to the parking area on your right across from the turnaround.

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

GPS Coordinates: 42.02788 -74.87786

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Hike to Eagle and Haynes Mountains
Feb
11

Hike to Eagle and Haynes Mountains

This 8.2-mile hike begins and concludes in McKenley Hollow. Rated as difficult, the outing is expected to take six hours. Participants need to bring lunch, winter clothes, sturdy boots, microspikes, gaiters, as well as snowshoes, poles, and a snow shovel. The event is limited to 12 hikers, and registration is required by January 12. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 19 Kingston, take Route 28 West for 31 miles and turn left onto Ulster County Route 47 in Big Indian. Follow 47 for 2.9 miles and turn right onto McKenley Hollow Road. Go 0.8 miles and the parking area is on the left.

From Route 28 West, Big Indian is 4.1 miles east of Highmount (Belleayre Ski Center). Turn right onto 47 and follow directions to McKenley Hollow above.

GPS Coordinates: 42.07038, -74.47395

207 McKenley Hollow Rd, Shandaken, NY 12410

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Beaver Kill Ridge Hike
Feb
4

Beaver Kill Ridge Hike

Join Al Purdy on this 6.7-mile out and back hike along the Monguap-Hardenburgh Trail to the junction with the Long Pond-Beaver Kill Range Trail. Beginning at 8:30 AM on Sunday, February 4, this hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take four hours to complete. This outing may be ideal for Catskill All Trails aspirants looking to complete the network of trails in this area of the mountains. Participants should bring lunch, water/ drink, as well as clothes for a winter hike, snowshoes, microspikes, treking poles, gaiters, and extra layers of clothes. Participants must register for this hike by February 2 by contacting Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. Please note, this hike is limited to 12 people and dogs are not permitted.

Directions from NYS Thruway, Kingston/ Exit 19. Turn right onto State Route 28 West and follow for 46.3 miles and turn left onto State Route 30. After crossing the reservoir bridge at 8.3 miles, turn immediately left onto Board of Water Supply (BWS) Road # 8 and follow for 1.9 miles. Stay to the right – this becomes Barkaboom Road. From here, continue 6.3 miles to the terminus of this road. Turn left onto Beaver Kill Road and travel 7.4 miles. The parking area/ trailhead is on the right. GPS coordinates of trailhead: 42.01256, -74.62335 Note, travel on Cross Mountain Road (a different route than described above) is not recommended at this time of year.

From State Route 17, Livingston Manor exits, go west on Old Route 17 and less than one mile from the Route 17 overpass (just west of Liv. Manor) turn right onto Beaverkill Road. Take Beaverkill Road (which begins as Sullivan Co. Hwy 151/ becomes Ulster Co. Hwt 54 at 8 miles) for 18.3 miles and the parking area/ trailhead is on the right. GPS coordinates of trailhead: 42.01256, -74.62335

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Hike to Frick Pond in the Willowemoc Wild Forest, January 21, 8:30 AM
Jan
21

Hike to Frick Pond in the Willowemoc Wild Forest, January 21, 8:30 AM

  • 1 Beech Mountain Road Livingston Manor, NY, 12758 United States (map)
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Join Al Purdy for this 6.35 moderate-difficult hike that will include the Loggers Loop and Big Rock Trail, as well as sections of the Flynn and Quick Lake Trails. The outing is expected to take four hours, and participants must register by January 5. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. Hikers need to bring lunch, warm clothes, sturdy boots, micro-spikes, gaiters, a headlamp, as well as snowshoes and poles. This hike is limited to 12 registrants and dogs are not permitted.

Directions: 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: 41.95171, -74.70711

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Hike to Eagle and Haynes Mountains, January 14 8:30 AM
Jan
14

Hike to Eagle and Haynes Mountains, January 14 8:30 AM

This 8.2-mile hike begins and concludes in McKenley Hollow. Rated as difficult, the outing is expected to take six hours. Participants need to bring lunch, winter clothes, sturdy boots, microspikes, gaiters, as well as snowshoes, poles, and a snow shovel. The event is limited to 12 hikers, and registration is required by January 12. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 19 Kingston, take Route 28 West for 31 miles and turn left onto Ulster County Route 47 in Big Indian. Follow 47 for 2.9 miles and turn right onto McKenley Hollow Road. Go 0.8 miles and the parking area is on the left.

From Route 28 West, Big Indian is 4.1 miles east of Highmount (Belleayre Ski Center). Turn right onto 47 and follow directions to McKenley Hollow above.

GPS Coordinates: 42.07038, -74.47395

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First Day Hike to West Kill Mountain
Jan
1

First Day Hike to West Kill Mountain

Join CMC for a seven-mile round-trip hike to West Kill Mountain from Diamond Notch. In partnership with NYSDEC we continue the tradition of welcoming the new year with a Catskill Mountain hike. This challenging trail route will take us to the summit of West Kill (3880’) and the nearby lookout points. With an elevation gain of 1785 feet, this hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take five-to-six hours. Participants should be prepared for wintery trail conditions and bring microspikes and snowshoes, as applicable. Hikers should be experienced in cold weather mountain outings and will need to bring proper gear and supplies, including layered and extra clothing, sturdy warm boots, gaiters, sunglasses, as well as food/ snacks, and water/ beverage/ thermos. We will pause at Buck Ridge Lookout for lunch.

The hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. Please register by December 30 by contacting Peter@catskillmountainclub.org or (607) 832-4413. Extreme weather or trail conditions will cancel. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

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 trailhead 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 trailhead on the right, almost to the end of the road. Note, this parking lot 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; that is a snow plow turnaround.

Diamond Notch Parking Lot GPS Coordinates: 42.18240 -74.26955

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Hike Thomas Cole and Black Dome Mountains, and the Camel’s Hump
Dec
24

Hike Thomas Cole and Black Dome Mountains, and the Camel’s Hump

  • 323 Barnum Road East Jewett, NY, 12424 United States (map)
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Take this 7.4-mile out and back hike along the Black Dome Range Trail.

Beginning at 8:30 AM at the parking area on Barnum Road, this hike is rated as difficult and is expected to take approximately six hours. To register for this hike contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332 by December 22. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, warm clothing, sturdy hiking boots, gaiters spikes, poles, and headlamp. Have snowshoes with you. This hike has a maximum of twelve hikers, and dogs are not permitted. Severe weather will postpone the hike.

Directions: 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

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Loop Hike from Mongaup Pond
Dec
17

Loop Hike from Mongaup Pond

This 10-mile hike, rated as difficult, will include sections of the Mongaup-Hardenburgh Trail, the Long Pond-Beaverkill Range Trail, and the Mongaup-Willowemoc Trail. The hike is expected to take six-to-eight hours. Participants must register by December 15. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. The event is limited to 12 participants. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, bright winter clothes/ layers, sturdy hiking boots, spikes, poles, gaiters, snowshoes, and head lamp. Though this is a trailed route, the hike may involve some route finding.

Directions: 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. Turn right onto Mongaup Pond road for 1.1 miles to the Mongaup Pond Parking Area facing the lake.

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. Turn right onto Mongaup Pond road for 1.1 miles to the Mongaup Pond Parking Area facing the lake.

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 to where the road splits. Turn right onto Mongaup Pond road for 1.1 miles to the Mongaup Pond Parking Area facing the lake.

GPS Coordinates: 41.95829, -74.69112

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Hike to Quick Lake, and Frick and Hodge Ponds
Nov
26

Hike to Quick Lake, and Frick and Hodge Ponds

Join Al Purdy for a longer hike in the Willowemoc State Forest. The hike is rated difficult not for the terrain but for the distance (14.5 miles). The hike will visit the three water bodies and is ideal for those looking to complete the Catskills All Trails Hiking Challenge. This hike is expected to take eight hours, and participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, proper clothing, bright colors for hunting season, headlamp, sturdy hiking boots, and microspikes (snowshoes should be in your car).

The hike is limited to 12 registrants. The registration deadline in November 25. Register by contacting Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Directions:

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: 41.95171, -74.70711

Additional Notes: Hike begins at 8:30. At Quick Lake we will be over seven miles from the parking area, so make sure you have everything you think you may need with you. Most of the elevation gain will be on the return trip from Quick Lake to the parking area.

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Hike to Overlook Mountain and Echo Lake
Nov
19

Hike to Overlook Mountain and Echo Lake

  • 2425 Platte Clove Road Elka Park, NY, 12427 United States (map)
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This is an 11.6-mile hike from Platte Clove to Overlook Mountain and back. The day’s journey will include the Overlook Mountain Fire Tower, Codfish Point, and Echo Lake. Rated as difficult, this hike is expected to take eight hours. The hike requires registration by Friday, November 17 and is limited to 12 people. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, headlamp, sturdy boots, and proper clothing, including bright orange clothing. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. To register contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332.

The hike begins at the parking area at 2425 Platte Clove Rd, Elka Park, NY 12427. From the NYS Thruway Saugerties Exit 20 NORTH turn left onto NYS Route 212, cross the Thruway, and then turn right onto right onto NYS Route 32 North. (Follow directions below.) From the NYS Thruway Saugerties Exit 20 SOUTH, turn right onto NYS Route 32 North and follow the directions below.

From Exit 20 follow NYS Route 32 North for 5.8 miles. Then continue straight onto NYS Route 32a for 1.9 miles. Turn left at the light onto NYS Route 23a for 6.5 miles to South Main Street in Tannersville (see brown-and-white signs for Devil’s Path). Turn left onto South Main and continue to Railroad Ave. Turn left and continue onto Platte Clove Road (County Hwy 16). From the sharp bend to the left (intersection with Bloomer Road, with signs for Long Path), continue 5.2 miles and the short driveway to the parking area (marked Long Path) is on the left. Meet here and be ready to go at 8:30. GPS Coordinates: 42.13387, -74.08188

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Invitation to Prospective CMC Event Leaders: Hike to Balsam Lake Mountain
Nov
12

Invitation to Prospective CMC Event Leaders: Hike to Balsam Lake Mountain

  • 7176 Mill Brook Road Margaretville, NY, 12455 United States (map)
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Join us on this 5.9-mile out-and-back hike to the Balsam Lake Fire Tower. Along the way we’ll do some trail maintenance and discuss peoples’ interest in leading events for the CMC in 2024 and the Club’s guidelines for leaders. This hike is considered moderate, and we’ll break for lunch at the summit.

Registration is required and the hike is limited to 12 people. To register, contact Peter Manning by Saturday, November 11, 5PM at Peter@catskillmountainclub.org or (607) 832-4413. Bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, proper clothing, and sturdy hiking boots. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

The hike will begin at 9 AM at the Dry Brook Ridge Parking Area on Millbrook Road, 8.25 miles from Arkville. To reach Arkville from the NYS Thruway (Kingston Exit 19), take Route 28 west for 42 miles. Following the brown-and-white directional signs for Dry Brook Ridge, turn left on Dry Brook Road and go six mile; turn right on Millbrook Road and go just over two miles and the parking area will be on your right.

To reach Arkville from Delhi, take Route 28 south for 25 miles, follow brown-and-white directional signs for Dry Brook Ridge by turning right onto Dry Brook Road, then follow directions above.

GPS Coordinates for Dry Brook Ridge Parking Area: 42.07036, -74.57387

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Hike Hunter Mtn Fire Tower, Colonels Chair, and John Robb Lean-To
Nov
12

Hike Hunter Mtn Fire Tower, Colonels Chair, and John Robb Lean-To

  • 2173 Spruceton Road West Kill, NY, 12492 United States (map)
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This counter-clockwise loop will begin at 8:30 AM the end of Spruceton Road. Participants will visit Diamond Notch Falls, Geiger Point, Hunter Mountain Fire Tower, Colonels Chair, and the John Robb Lean-To. This 10.5-mile trail hike is rated as difficult and will take six-to-eight hours. Hikers need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, proper clothing — layers, extra jacket, good hiking shoes, and a headlamp or flashlight.

Registration is required by 10/27. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. This hike is limited to 12 people, so register early! No dogs are permitted on this hike. Severe weather will cancel the hike.

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 trailhead 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 trailhead on the right, almost to the end of the road.

GPS coordinates: 42.18240, -74.26955

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Hike Ashokan High Point
Nov
5

Hike Ashokan High Point

  • 821 Watson Hollow Road West Shokan, NY, 12494 United States (map)
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This 9-mile hike begins at the Kanape Brook Trailhead and features a loop path that includes the summit of Ashokan High Point (3080’). Rated as difficult, there is 2150 feet of elevation gain and the overall journey is expected to take six hours.

Space is limited to 12 hikers, so please register early. Participants must register by November 3. Register by contacting Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ drinks, a headlamp, layered clothing/ rain/ snow protection, sturdy hiking boots, microspikes, a headlamp (preferred) or flashlight, and bright clothes for hunting season. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Severe weather will postpone the hike.

To reach the Kanape Brook Trailhead from the Kingston/ Exit 19 of the NYS Thruway, follow State Route 28 west for 16.3 miles to Boiceville. Turn left onto Route 28A, follow for 3 miles, turn right onto Watson Hollow Road (Co. Hwy. 42) and follow for 4.1 miles to the Kanape Brook Parking Area on the right (821 Watson Hollow Road West Shokan, NY, 12494). GPS coordinates of Kanape Brook PA: 41.93579, -74.32827.

From the west on Route 28, Boiceville and the intersection with 28A is located 1.7 west east of the Catskills Visitors Center and 6.4 miles east of Phoenicia (intersection of State Routes 28 and 214). From Boiceville, follow the directions above to reach the Kanape Brook Parking Area (GPS coordinates: 41.93579, -74.32827.)

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Hike Balsam Lake Mountain from Alder Lake
Oct
22

Hike Balsam Lake Mountain from Alder Lake

  • 2 Cross Mountain Road Livingston Manor, NY, 12758 United States (map)
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Hike this out-and-back journey along the beautiful Millbrook Ridge Trail to the spectacular summit views from the Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower. This hike is rated difficult for its length (13.8 miles/ approx. 8 hours), but we will travel along trails the whole way. Stops include the Beaver Meadow Lean-to, the Beecher Lake Overlook, and of course the fire tower.

Space is limited to 12 hikers, so please register early. Participants must register by October 20. Register by contacting Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ drinks, a headlamp, layered clothing/ rain protection, sturdy hiking boots, a headlamp (preferred) or flashlight, and bright clothes for hunting season. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

From NYS Thruway Exit 19 at Kingston, take State Route 28 west to 45.5 miles past Margaretville. Less than 2 miles past Margaretville, turn left and a quick right onto BWS Road No. 10 and continue for 8.3 miles. Turn left onto Barkaboom Road (toward Big Pond and Little Pond) and continue 6.2 miles to the stop sign. Turn left onto Beaverkill road for 1.4 miles; then turn left onto Alder Road for 2.2 miles. Turn right onto cross mountain road for 100 ft. and follow the dirt road to the parking area for Alder Lake. (*Note: do not follow directions to take Cross Mountain Road.)

From Route 28 North, go south to Andes, make a right and then bear left onto Delaware County Highway 1 (following signs for Shavertown). Reach the stop sign at just under 8 miles, turn right, go over the reservoir bridge, and turn left onto BWS Road No. 8. At 1.9 miles stay to the right and from this point continue 6.2 miles to the stop sign. Turn left onto Beaverkill road for 1.4 miles; then turn left onto Alder Road for 2.2 miles. Turn right onto cross mountain road for 100 ft. and follow the dirt road to the parking area for Alder Lake.

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Vanishing Views of Millbrook, Woodpecker Ridge & Balsam Lake Mtn
Oct
17

Vanishing Views of Millbrook, Woodpecker Ridge & Balsam Lake Mtn

Hike this lesser known and fragile section of FLT in the southwest Catskills featuring scrambles and vanishing views of Balsam Lake and the Balsam Lake Fire Tower. This hike will reach the tower from the southwest and will explore several views, including a vista of the elusive Graham Mountain. Though not a bushwack, this hike is rated difficult, as it will cover 8 miles and is expected to take 7 hours. The pace will be moderate, and this is a great hike for all Catskill trails seekers.

We will meet at 8:30 AM at the Beaverkill Road Parking Lot (Quaker Clearing Trailhead).

Participants should bring lunch/ snacks, water/ drink, sunscreen, bug spray, hat, layered clothing, flashlight. Hiking poles are also suggested.

Participants must register by October 15 by contacting Deanna Felicetta at felicetta.deanna@gmail.com or (845) 216-2021. Registration for the hike is limited to 12 people. Dogs are not permitted.

Directions:

From Exit 96 Livingston Manor turn right at base of exit ramp (for both east and west directions) and go a short distance to Old Route 17. Turn right and go approximately 1.3 miles and see the brown-and-white recreation wayfinding signs to turn right on Beaverkill Road. Take this road 20.3 miles almost all the way to the end (staying to the right at 10.8 miles) and the Quaker Clearing Trailhead will be on your right up a short gravel driveway.

From State Route 30 between Margaretville and Downsville, take NYC BWS Road #8 immediately south of the bridge that crosses the Pepacton Reservoir for 1.9 miles and stay right onto Barkaboom Road. From this intersection, take the Barkaboom Road 6.2 miles to the intersection with Ulster County Hwy 54 (the Beaverkill Road). Turn left and go 9.5 miles almost all the way to the end and the Quaker Clearing Trailhead will be on your right up a short gravel driveway.

GPS Coordinates: 42.02396, -74.59969

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Catskill Mountain Club Dinner
Sep
30
to Oct 1

Catskill Mountain Club Dinner

Catskill Mountain Club Dinner

Registration Closes on September 15th

After a three-year hiatus, the Catskill Mountain Club will once again hold its popular annual dinner on Saturday, September 30th at Bluestone Restaurant at the Delhi College Golf Course. A cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will begin at 5:00 pm.  The buffet dinner at 6:00 pm will feature Brooks Chicken, delicious sides and a dessert bar. Highlights of the evening will include an exciting silent auction, the presentation of trail challenge awards and speaker Paul Misko’s talk, “Packed for Adventure.”

Trail Challenge Awards

Trail Challenge awards will be presented to all those in attendance who have earned an award in the last three years. These awards include All Trails, Catskills Grid/420 and Catskills 4 Seasons/140.

Silent Auction

The dinner will feature a silent auction with a wide range of sought-after items donated by members, friends and area businesses to support the work of the Catskill Mountain Club. Bids will only be accepted live, at the dinner.  Auction items already include:

  • A Cooking Class for Two at Strickland Hollow, Delhi

  • A Tasting Menu for Two At EIGHTYMAIN, Delhi

  • Gift Certificate to Binnekill Tavern, plus Brooklyn Rustic Cookbook: Simple Food For Sophisticated Palates, Binnekill Tavern Market Bag and Two Binnekill Tavern Mugs

  • Walking Stick Carved by Speaker Paul Misko

  • Two Gift Certificates for two rounds of golf with carts at the Delhi College Golf Course

  • One Hour Massage Session at Bodyworx Massage Therapy, Margaretville

  • A Cutting Board Handcrafted by Walter Putrycz

  • A Three-Day Weekend at Cottage on Summit Lake, Burlington Flats

  • A package of 10 day-passes to The Catskill Recreation Center, Arkville

  • Pair of Leki Khumbu Lite Trekking Poles from Morgan Outdoors in Hurleyville

  • Thule Rooftop Carrier for Single Kayak

  • Wannts single, 24-ounce inflatable air sleeping pad

  • Gift Certificate for Framing at Rachel’s Framing, Delhi

  • One Hour Training Session at Cardio Club, Delhi

  • One-Quart Bear Bowl Fold-Out Camping Stove Cookpot

  • 1 framed print by well-known pencil artist Jack Mesick

  • 3 unframed prints by Jack Mesick

  • Four Pounds of Coffee from The Roman Roaster, Delhi

  • Free Bicycle Tune-Up from Otsego Cycles, Oneonta

  • Half Case (6 bottles) of Half-Wild Cider from Wayside Cider, Andes

  • Basking Painted Turtle, Original Painting, Framed, Acrylic on Canvas by renowned local artist Nancy McShane

We will keep updating this list as more items are donated.

Speaker

Paul Misko has been hiking in the Catskills since his youth and has been researching its history for many years. He has written many articles and given lots of talks on Catskill hiking and history, with a focus on the tanning industry, and John Burroughs. He is the founder of the Catskill 4000 Club, a small but pithy hiking group.

Paul’s presentation is entitled “Packed for Adventure” and in it he will show us the equipment, food, and clothing used by Catskill hikers in the 1800’s through the 1900’s. He will share many funny and disturbing anecdotes found in the writings of John Burroughs, Longstreth, and others. Be assured that you will hear things about John Burroughs you never knew. The talk will close with a quick review of what every Catskill hiker should carry.

 

The space for the dinner is limited, so make sure to purchase your tickets as soon as possible!

Click here to get your tickets!

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Hike the Huckleberry Loop
Sep
17

Hike the Huckleberry Loop

Hike the Huckleberry Loop

Enjoy a day in the Western Catskills by hiking the complete Huckleberry Loop Trail, a distance of 12.8 miles. Rated as difficult, this loop hike will begin at the Hill Road Parking Area and will proceed counter clockwise until again reaching Hill Road in approximately eight hours.

Registration is required. Please contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332 by September 15. Participants need to bring lunch, snacks, plenty of water/ beverages, a flashlight or headlamp, and sturdy hiking boots. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Severe weather will postpone the hike.

To reach the Hill Road Trailhead from the east, take State Route 28/30 1.9 mi. miles west from Fair St. Margaretville and turn left, following the signs for the Hill Road Trailhead. 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, then following the signs for the Hill Road Trailhead. The GPS Coordinates for the Hill Road Trailhead are 42.116056, -74.646553.

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Hike to Dry Brook Ridge
Sep
9

Hike to Dry Brook Ridge

Hike to Dry Brook Ridge

Enjoy a hike in the Western Catskills with this 7-8 mile out-and-back, moderate-to-difficult hike to Dry Brook Ridge, which is a requirement for the Catskill Mountain Club’s grid. The hike is not too strenuous (about 1500’ elevation gain), and it has a handful of very nice viewpoints along the ridge. It’s a pretty hike in the woods to enjoy nature. There’s a short herd path (a little bushwhack) that leads to the summit. We’ll either eat lunch near the summit or retrace our steps to enjoy our lunch at a better viewpoint.

To register for this hike, please contact Siu S. Yuen via email at ssyuen@msn.com by 6PM on September 8. Participants need to bring at least two liters of water, lunch, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, and most importantly, sturdy hiking boots. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. The rain date is September 10.

We will meet at the Hill Road Trailhead parking area and be ready to go at 9AM. To reach the Hill Road parking area from the east, take State Route 28/30 1.9 mi. miles west from Fair St. Margaretville and turn left, following the signs for the Hill Road Trailhead. 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, then following the signs for the Hill Road Trailhead. The GPS Coordinates for the Hill Road Trailhead are 42.116056, -74.646553.

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Hike Black Dome and Thomas Cole
Aug
12

Hike Black Dome and Thomas Cole

Hike Black Dome and Thomas Cole

Join Siu S Yuen for this difficult 6.5-mile, out-and-back hike to Black Dome (3,980 ft.) and Thomas Cole (3,950 ft.). We’ll take the Black Dome Range trail (red), cross the Batavia Kill, and ascend steeply to the ridgeline with viewpoints. We’ll continue on the trail over Black Dome and on to the wooded summit of Thomas Cole. After a pause at Thomas Cole, we’ll retrace our steps and break at the viewpoint looking south from Black Dome. From here, we’ll head down the trail and back to our cars.

The hike is expected to take five hours. Participants should bring lunch, at least 2 liters of water, snacks, maybe sunscreen, bug spray, and most importantly, sturdy hiking boots. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. Participants must register by 6 p.m. on Friday, 8/11/2023 by contacting Siu S Yuen at ssyuen@msn.com The rain date is Sunday, August 13.

Directions
From (Ext 20) in Saugerties, take 32 North for 6 miles, keep straight onto NY-32A / Route 32A for 1.3 miles, keep right to stay on NY-32A / Route 32A for 0.6 miles, bear left onto NY-23A / Route 23A for 5.5 miles, turn right onto County Route 25 / County Hwy-25 for 2.7 miles, bear right onto County Route 23C and stay on it for 4 miles, turn right onto Maplecrest Rd / County Hwy-40 for 1.9 miles, turn right onto County Hwy-56 (Big Hollow Rd) for 4.3 miles until the end and park in lot at the end. Meeting location GPS coordinates: N42.2886 W74.1143.

From Exit 20 (Saugerties) NYS Thruway, take NY 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 miles, turn right onto County Hwy 25. Take County Hwy-25 for 2.7 miles, bear right onto County Route 23C and stay on it for four miles. Turn right onto Maplecrest Rd. (County Hwy 40), go 1.9 miles, then turn right onto County Hwy 56. Take County Hwy 56 (Big Hollow Road) for 4.3 miles until the end. Park in lot at the end of the road. Meeting location GPS coordinates: N42.2886 W74.1143.

From NY-23 in Windham, take 23 east to NY-296; turn right on 296 and take 1.5 miles and stay straight (296 goes left) onto Co. Hwy 40 (Maplecrest Rd.) and continue two miles to Maplecrest and turn left onto Co. Hwy 56 (Big Hollow Road) for 4.3 miles until the end. Park in lot at the end of the road. Meeting location GPS coordinates: N42.2886 W74.1143.

From NY-23 in East Windham, take 23 west to Co. Hwy 65 and turn left onto 65A. Take 65A, this merges with Co. Hwy. 40, and continue three miles to Maplecrest. turn left onto Co. Hwy 56 (Big Hollow Road) for 4.3 miles until the end. Park in lot at the end of the road. Meeting location GPS coordinates: N42.2886 W74.1143.

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Through Hike and Clear Brush on the Plattekill State Forest Road
Aug
5

Through Hike and Clear Brush on the Plattekill State Forest Road

Through Hike and Clear Brush on the Plattekill State Forest Road

Join a group of volunteers who will complete the reopening of the Plattekill State Forest Road in the towns of Bovina and Middletown This is a 5.5 mile point-to-point hike that will include brush trimming and limb lopping. Carpooling is necessary. Join with your friends to preplace a vehicle in the town of Middleton, then drive back to Bovina (11 miles) to begin the hike. Or, carpool with existing volunteers, space allowing.

Participants should bring a pair of loppers and a handsaw, as well as lunch, snacks, sturdy boots, insect repellent, and plenty of water. The hike is rated moderate-difficult and is expected to take six hours. Dogs are not permitted on this hike. For more information, including directions and carpooling, contact Peter Manning at Peter@catskillmountainclub.org by 5PM Friday August 4.

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Hike to Slide Mountain, the Catskills’ Highest Peak
Jul
23

Hike to Slide Mountain, the Catskills’ Highest Peak

Hike to Slide Mountain, the Catskills’ Highest Peak

This 11.2-mile hike, beginning at the Denning Trailhead, offers a chance to take a lesser-traveled route to Slide Mountain. This outing will include 2100’ of elevation gain and is expected to take 8-10 hours. Though rated difficult, the hike will follow marked trails and pass through a variety of forest types and trailside environments and include some open views.

Hikers must register for this event by contacting leader Al Purdy, either by email Albertpurdy1@aol.com or phone (845) 489-2332 by July 21. Space is limited.

Participants need to bring lunch, as well as a lot of water, headlamp or flashlight, rain gear, sunscreen, and insect repellent. The ability to filter water would be a plus. Dogs are not permitted. Heavy rain or severe thunderstorms cancels the hike.

From the NYS Thruway Exit 19 Kingston, bear right onto State Route 28 West and go 30 miles to Big Indian. Turn left at Big Indian onto Ulster County Route 47 (Oliverea Road) and go south for 20.3 miles. Turn left onto Sullivan County Route 19 (Denning Road); go through the hamlet of Claryville, pass back into Ulster County, and follow this road for 7.7 to the DEC parking area at the end of the road. From Margaretville, turn left onto State Route 28 from Bridge Street and follow for 12.3 miles. Turn right onto Ulster County Route 47 (Oliverea Road), follow for 20.3 miles. Turn left onto Sullivan County Route 19 (Denning Road), pass back into Ulster County, and follow this road for 7.7 to the DEC parking area at the end of the road. GPS Coordinates: N41 57.9545 w74 27.144

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CMC Mini-Golf Fundraiser
Jun
30

CMC Mini-Golf Fundraiser

CMC Mini-Golf Fundraiser

Looking for a laid-back event to kick off the July 4 weekend and support CMC? Then please join us for our Mini-Golf Fundraiser on June 30, 5-7 PM at Putt Putt Van Winkle. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind mini-golf experience with food, drink, and prizes in the scenic town of Bovina.

Your participation in this event will help support CMC’s free outdoor recreation activities, trail construction and maintenance programs, hiking challenges, advocacy for sustainable use of the Catskill Park and region, and our educational outreach programs like Views from the Watershed and Speak to the Earth.

Cost of the event is $50 per person. Rain or shine (tents on site). REGISTER HERE

Putt Putt Van Winkle is in the Western Catskills. From Andes, take Route 28 north 4.7 miles and to County Highway 6. Turn right and go 4.7 miles. Putt Putt Van Winkle is on the right. From Delhi (traffic light at Rtes. 10 and 28) take Route 28 south 7.5 miles to County Highway 6. Turn left and go 4.7 miles. Putt Putt Van Winkle is on the right. From Stamford (junction of Routes 23 and 10), take Route 10 south and go 8.1 miles to South Kortright. Turn left at blue and yellow sign for County Highway 18. Go over bridge and turn right at stop sign. Continue 1.2 miles to County Highway 5 and turn left. Continue on Highway 5 for 1.3 miles and bear left onto New Road. Take New Road 3.5 miles to the stop sign at the end. Putt Putt Van Winkle is across the road.

For more information, please contact Peter@catskillmountainclub.org

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Other Catskill Region Events

Don’t see a scheduled event that works for you? Try the schedules of these other Catskill area hiking clubs and organizations.

  • Catskill 3500 Club

    The Catskill 3500 Club was founded in 1962 to foster interest in hiking in the Catskills. Membership is open to anyone who has climbed on foot each of the 35 Catskill peaks above 3500 feet in elevation. The club’s schedule appears in their newsletter, The Canister.

  • New York-New Jersey Trail Conference

    The New York-New Jersey Trail Conference builds, maintains and protects 2,000 miles of trail in New York & New Jersey, including 29 lean-tos and over 200 miles of trails in the Catskills, by mobilizing volunteers. Learn more about Catskill programs and upcoming volunteer opportunities.

  • Triple Cities Hiking Club

    The Binghamton based Triple Cities Hiking Club has been active since 1947 in promoting access to hiking opportunities. Hikes are scheduled on most weekends throughout the year and range in degree of challenge from easy outings to very strenuous hikes, including in the Catskills.

  • Finger Lakes Trail Conference

    The FLTC was founded in 1962. It works in cooperation with its members and various organizations to develop and maintain a premier hiking trail system in New York. Learn more about the trail and find out how to help.

  • Fats in the Cats Bicycle Club

    The Fats in the Cats Bicycle Club, an IMBA Chapter, promotes cycling advocacy, trail building, trail maintenance and community service. Since 1994, the club has been advocating, stewarding and improving many of the best places to ride a mountain bike in New York’s Catskill Park and Hudson Valley Region. In addition, the club organizes group rides and gives away dozens of bikes to needy kids every holiday season.