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Bramley Mountain Fire Tower hiking trail guide

Bramley Mountain Fire Tower

A must-do hike in the western Catskills.

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Ampersand Mountain in the Adirondacks

Ampersand Mountain

Ampersand is a great introduction to hiking the incredible Adirondacks.

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Indian Ladder Trail, Thacher State Park

Indian Ladder Trail, Thacher State Park

A short, scenic trail beneath dramatic cliffs, with waterfalls, fossils, and big valley views.

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The Catskill 9

The Catskill 9

One of the toughest Catskills hiking challenges. Only beasts need apply.

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Round Top to Kaaterskill High Peak, Catskills

Round Top to Kaaterskill High Peak

My favorite way to get to Kaaterskill High Peak.

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Sean on West Kill Mountain in The Catskills

My Times Union Writing

I write about hiking the Hudson Valley for Times Union.

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Overlook Mountain House Ruins and Fire Tower Trail seen in 2025

Overlook Mountain Fire Tower 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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