Photo by W. Plymell

This is a long, challenging bushwhack and trail hike over Panther, Slide, Cornell & Wittenberg, all high peaks. With a distance of 17.5 miles and an estimated duration of 12 hours, this hike is rated as difficult.

Hikers joining this outing need to bring lunch/ snacks, plenty of water/ sports drink, proper clothing/ extra layers, sturdy hiking shoes, hiking poles (recommended), and a headlamp. This event is limited to 12 people, so please register early. The registration deadline is December 28. Register by contacting Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com  Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

We'll meet, ready to hike no later than 8:00 am at the Woodland Valley parking area. Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DYDttcQAx19KPueWA  

GPS coordinates of meeting location: 42.036238, -74.357886

Driving Directions: Woodland Valley Road is located off State Route 28, one half mile west of Phoenicia and marked with brown-and-white wayfinding signs. After turning on Woodland Valley Road and crossing the bridge, turn right, then stay to the left and follow Woodland Valley Road for 4.75 miles to the Woodland Valley Campground Day Use Lot (before the campground entrance) on the right.

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.