The Difficult Hikes
These hikes, whether in The Catskills or Adirondacks, are definitely challenging/workout hikes.
Make sure you have read the wilderness safety section and are well equipped with at least The Ten Essentials.
Mount Mansfield Loop from Underhill State Park
Fun scrambles and jaw-dropping views, then a beautiful descent.
Mount Colden via Lake Arnold Trail
A beautiful and challenging hike to grand a summit you’ll want to sit on for a long time.
Blackhead Range Horseshoe
A route over some of the finest mountains and most scenic trails in the Catskills.
Wright, Algonquin & Iroquois Peaks
One of the absolute top hikes in the Adirondacks. Pack your Tylenol.
Hiking the MacIntyre Range, Adirondacks
One of the most striking ridge-lines in the Adirondacks.
Bushwhack Panther via Bear Poop Ridge
A tough off-trail route to bushwhack to Panther’s incredible summit.
Bonticou Crag Trail & Scramble
One of the top hikes in the Gunks. Major fun and a wonderful scenic payoff for such a short route.
Escarpment Trail
A jaw-dropping, sky-high trek along the Catskill Mountains’ dramatic eastern facade, offering a mix of moderate trails, nonstop views, rugged climbs, and a taste of adventure above the Hudson Valley.
Whiteface Mountain via Marble Mountain Trail
An Adirondack classic. One of the best ADK hikes!
Blackhead via Arizona from Storks Nest
A delightful, scenic route over an unsung gem to a classic Catskills peak.
Hunter Mountain via Becker Hollow Trail
The shortest route to highest-situated fire tower in New York State is one of its steepest trails.
Wittenberg & Cornell from Woodland Valley
An extremely rewarding hike that includes the infamous Cornell Crack and breathtaking views from both mountains.
