Hunter Mountain Fire Tower (Siu S. Yuen)

Hike Hunter, Southwest Hunter, and Rusk Mountains

Join Marv Freedman and friends for this long, strenuous bushwhack and trail hike to three of the Catskills’ high peaks. This 12+ mile hike includes 3200’ of elevation gain and a visit to the Hunter Mountain Fire Tower with great views. The hiking pace will be moderate (about 1.5 mph moving speed), with short breaks and not a long stop for lunch.

Hikers need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink (recommended one-to-two liters), water-resistant boots, gaiters and hiking poles (recommended), insect repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a headlamp (We should finish well before dark, but need to be prepared in case we're delayed). This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by May 1. 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 the Spruceton Trail Parking Lot (the one with the horse ramp, about ¼ mile before the end of the road).

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.