This is a 4.6-mile roundtrip hike through the woods to a stunning overlook of the Hudson Valley and Platte Clove. Rated as moderate, this hike is expected to last about four hours, with trail conditions determining the pace.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ beverage, winter clothing layers, microspikes, snowshoes, gaiters, and trekking poles. Hikers must also register by January 24 by contacting Al Purdy at (845) 489-2332 or Albertpurdy1@aol.com. Note that this hike is limited to 12 people so please register early. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

From the NYS Thruway Exit 20 (Saugerties) turn right on Route 32 for 5.7 miles. Bare left onto Route 32a for 1.9 miles. Bare left onto Route 23a for 6.6 miles. Turn left at the traffic light in Tannersville onto Railroad Avenue/ Spruce Street for one mile. Stay left onto Route 16/ Platt Clove Road for 5.2 miles. Turn left into the DEC/ Long Path parking area. Note, Platt Clove Road will be closed not far from this point.

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 5.2 miles and you will see the DEC/ Long Path parking area (meeting place) on your left.

Additional info: Platte Clove Road is a seasonal road only; it is closed for the winter. Severe weather will postpone the hike. Be prepared for winter trail and road conditions.

GPS Coordinates: 42.13321, -74.08288

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CVRJ2c2iCd6CwDRp7