Falling Waters Preserve, Saugerties

Falling Waters Preserve

Head to Falling Waters Preserve for a delightful stroll that’s all about the simple joys of being outside.

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Stone entrance to Becker Hollow Trail

Hunter Mountain via Becker Hollow Trail

The shortest route to highest-situated fire tower in New York State is one of its steepest trails.

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snowy trees at sunset

Halcott’s Herd Path

Big changes on this mountain over the last few years…

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Rocky and Lone from Moonhaw in the Catskills

Rocky & Lone from Moonhaw

A long, lovely, difficult bushwhack—best hiked with a fun, solid crew.

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Mount Pisgah Eastern Catskills

Mount Pisgah

This small strange peak in the Northern Catskills is such a treat to hike.

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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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Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove

Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove

A deeply lovely route through some of the Catskills’ most beautiful terrain.

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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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ticetonyk

Bushwhack Ticetonyk South Ridge

A steep bushwhack through old farmland, dotted with stone fences, to excellent unique views.

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slide mountain view

Slide Mountain (Best Route)

This loop features an easy ascent, great Catskills views, and a beautiful walk-out that passes through varied woods and terrain.

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Kaaterskill High Peak hiking trail

Kaaterskill High Peak Hike

The classic Kaaterskill High Peak hike route.

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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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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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Giant Ledge in the Catskills

Giant Ledge Hike in the Catskills (Ultimate Guide)

Everything you need to know about one of the Hudson Valley’s best hikes.

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Israel Wittman Sanctuary, Woodstock, New York

Israel Wittman Sanctuary Hiking Trails

Newly expanded with the addition of Loop C, this sanctuary secures its place as a forever favorite.

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