Join Deanna Felicetta and others to enjoy the mountain shaped like a head! This is a challenging and fabulous hike along the easter section of the Devil’s Path, with some unique views and rock scrambles. Beginning and concluding in Platte Clove, this difficult hike is 8.2 miles and is expected to take 7.5 hours. The hiking pace will be steady but mellow. We will pause to enjoy Jimmy Dolan Notch, and our return route will depend on the trail conditions of the day.

Participants should bring lunch, snacks, plenty of water, sports drink, hat sunscreen, insect repellent, clothing layers, poles (recommended), microspikes as needed, jacket, and outdoor wear of the season. This event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by May 15. To register, contact Deanna Felicetta at felicetta.deanna@gmail.com or (845) 216-2021. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Directions: To reach the trailhead from State Route 23A in Tannersville, take South Main, stay left on Spruce (becomes Platte Clove Rd.) and at 1.5 miles stay left on Platte Clove Road and continue another 5.2 miles and the trailhead/ parking area is on the left. (Go slow in Platte Clove. Do not miss turn!!)

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 to the point that is 6.3 miles and you will see the Long Path parking area (meeting place) on your left.

Note: Platte Clove Road, east of the trailhead is a seasonal road and its posted opening date (April 15) can vary from year to year.

GPS Coordinates: 42.13321, -74.08288

Additional Info: this hike is one in a series of hikes in honor and memory of Laura Smith, Deanna’s friend who loved hiking the Devil’s Path.