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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 1.5 mph moving speed, with short breaks. With a total elevation gain of about 3200' and a duration of ten hours, this hike is rated as difficult. There are great views from the Hunter Fire Tower.

Participants need to bring lunch, water, sports drink, snacks, (we will not stop for a long lunch), insect repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses, sturdy/water resistant hiking shoes, headlamp (we should finish well before dark, but should be prepared in case we're delayed), 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 April 3. Please include your cell number in your registration request. 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 two to four days before the hike.

We will meet at 8:30 am at Horse Ramp parking area on the left hand side of Spruceton Rd, about 1/4 mile before the end.
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/5g7PG7pMoR3iENyY7
GPS Coordinates: 42.184527, -74.272206

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.