Belleayre Mountain Lean-to

Beginning in Pine Hill, we will enjoy a 6.5-mile counter-clockwise hike over varied terrain. We’ll follow the Cathedral Glen Trail, traverse the Belleayre Ridge, hike the Pine Hill–West Branch Trail, then follow Woodchuck Hollow Road and the railroad tracks to conclude. Hikers should bring lunch/ snacks, food/ beverage, poles, gaiters, microspikes, raincoat, and extra layers just in case.

This outing is limited to 12 participants, and registration is required by April 19. To register, contact Al Purdy at  Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 489-2332. This hike is rated as difficult due to the steep incline up Cathedral Glen. The duration of the hike is four-to-five hours. Dogs are not permitted. Steady rain or any other severe weather event will postpone the hike.

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 .50 miles and the unmarked parking area where we’ll meet will be on your left. This lot holds about five cars. If it's full, there is an additional lot farther up the road.

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 .50 miles and the unmarked parking area where we’ll meet will be on your left. This lot holds about five cars. If it's full, there is an additional lot farther up the road.

GPS Coordinates: 42.13629, -74.48920