Giant Ledge and Panther Mountain from Slide Mountain

This journey to the Catskill’s highest peak will entail an ascent of 1700’ and a total distance of 6.7 miles. Rated as moderate to difficult, there will be some great views. Fit beginners are welcome. We’ll be hiking at a moderate pace (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with short breaks. Hikers need to bring water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy water resistant boots, proper winter/ layered clothing, snowshoes, microspikes; and gaiters and hiking poles are recommended.

The event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by March 3. 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 Slide Mountain Parking Area on Ulster County Highway 47.

GPS Coordinates to the Slide Mountain Parking Area: 42.008650, -74.427621

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bLJbBZjgrgLQoVQw9

From the north, take State Route 28 to County Hwy 47 and go 9.3 miles and the parking area will be on the left.

From the south, take State Route 55 to Sullivan County Hwy 19 (just west of Grahamsville). Proceed 4.6 miles to Claryville and turn left onto SulCo Hwy 157. Take this road (which becomes UlsCo Hwy 47) 11.4 miles and the parking area will be on the right.

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.