hikers climbing rugged trail in autumnal scene

12 Best Fall Foliage Hikes in the Catskills

When the fall foliage hits, the Catskills offer a true golden spectacle. Here are a the most popular Catskills hikes to view the autumn extravaganza.

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Pine Swamp Mine, Harriman State Park

Pine Swamp Mine in Harriman State Park

This hike to and beyond Pine Swamp Mine is a wonderful butterfly-shaped figure-of-eight loop through Harriman State Park.

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Verkeerder Falls Trail

Sam’s Point, Ice Caves, Verkeerderkill Falls

This is a truly unforgettable Shawangunks adventure.

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best hikes near Woodstock NY: catskills sunrise/sunset view

The 7 Best Hikes Near Woodstock NY

The very best hikes near Woodstock, New York. And they’re all family-friendly!

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View of Devil’s Pulpit from Monument Mountain

Monument Mountain & Devil’s Pulpit

Monument Mountain is one of the Berkshires’ most beloved landmarks.

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fire tower shot from below

Catskills Fire Tower Challenge 2024

Everything you need to complete the Catskills Fire Tower Challenge.

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Crow at Tomales Point Trail in California

Tomales Point Trail

One of the best coastal hikes close to San Francisco.

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Cornell Crack

Wittenberg & Cornell from Woodland Valley

An extremely rewarding hike that includes the infamous Cornell Crack and breathtaking views from both mountains.

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pre-dawn mountain ridges

Overlook Mountain Trail

You can hike up Overlook Mountain’s easy trail in about an hour. The fire tower at the end of this short trail is positioned to give one of the most dramatic views in the Catskills.

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View of the summit of Mount Chocorua in the White Mountains of New Hampshire

Mount Chocorua via Piper Trail

A stunning hike up Mount Chocorua via the Piper Trail, one of the most celebrated paths in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. 

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Steep Ravine / Dipsea / Matt Davis loop hike

Steep Ravine, Dipsea Trail & Matt Davis Loop

The storied Steep Ravine/Dipsea/Matt Davis loop has it all: Redwoods, gorges, chaparral, even the Pacific Ocean.

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cascade’s open rocky summit

Cascade & Porter Hike

This entry-level Adirondack High Peak hike is a great introduction to the rigors of mountain hiking: rough trails, rocky scrambles and incredible views make this short day-hike super rewarding.

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photo of fire tower at Hadley Mountain

Hadley Mountain Fire Tower

Delightful trails and gorgeous views. Hadley Mountain Fire Tower has a lot you’ll love.

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knoll and mountain from indian head

Indian Head Catskills Hike

Indian Head is my absolute favorite single-mountain hike in the Catskills.

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Lower Great Range in the Adirondacks

Lower Great Range via Weld Trail

One of the great Adirondack challenges.

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Kaaterskill Falls, Catskills Watarfalls, New York

Kaaterskill Falls Hike (Ultimate Guide)

Everything you need to know about hiking Kaaterskill Falls, the iconic Catskills location.

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