This 12-mile trail and bushwack hike will reach three high peaks: SW Hunter (3753'), Hunter (4030'), and Rusk (3680'). The moving pace will be moderate -- about 1-1/2 mph, with short breaks. With a total elevation gain of about 3200' and a duration of ten hours, this hike is rated as difficult.

Participants need to 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 August 1. 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.

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 (Meeting Place): 42.18437, -74.27219

Google Maps Link for Spruceton Trail Parking Lot (Meeting Place): https://maps.app.goo.gl/Dfk6eVZtssaBW8TM8