The Moderate Hikes
![erratic boulder in woods](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Ginseng-Hayden-987-460x300.jpg)
![Verkeerder Falls Trail](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Sams-Point-Verkeerder-Falls2650-460x300.jpg)
Sam’s Point, Ice Caves, Verkeerderkill Falls
This is a truly unforgettable Shawangunks adventure.
![Mount Pisgah Eastern Catskills](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mount-Pisgah-Catskills-1011-460x300.jpg)
![View of Devil’s Pulpit from Monument Mountain](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Monument-Mountain-2778-460x300.jpg)
Monument Mountain & Devil’s Pulpit
Monument Mountain is one of the Berkshires’ most beloved landmarks.
![Crow at Tomales Point Trail in California](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Tomales-Point-Trail-1513-460x300.jpg)
![Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Overlook-Plattekill-1013-460x300.jpg)
Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove
A deeply lovely route through some of the Catskills’ most beautiful terrain.
![slide mountain view](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Slide-Cornell-Witt-1904-460x300.jpg)
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.
![Steep Ravine / Dipsea / Matt Davis loop hike](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Steep-Ravine-Dipsea-Matt-Davis-Loop-2684-460x300.jpg)
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.
![photo of fire tower at Hadley Mountain](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Hadley-0530-460x300.jpg)
Hadley Mountain Fire Tower
Delightful trails and gorgeous views. Hadley Mountain Fire Tower has a lot you’ll love.
![Kaaterskill Falls, Catskills Watarfalls, New York](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kaaterskill-Falls-Catskills-Waterfall-8579-460x300.jpg)
Kaaterskill Falls Hike (Ultimate Guide)
Everything you need to know about hiking Kaaterskill Falls, the iconic Catskills location.
![View of Ausable Lakes from Indian Head in the Adirondacks](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Indian-Head-Adirondacks-5738-460x300.jpg)
![Giant Ledge in the Catskills](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Giant-Ledge-Catskills-3563-460x300.jpg)
Giant Ledge Hike in the Catskills (Ultimate Guide)
Everything you need to know about one of the Hudson Valley’s best hikes.
![Manitou Ledge in The Catskills](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Manitou-Ledge-Catskills-8238-460x300.jpg)
![Vroman’s Nose, Northern Catskills, in the fog](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Vromans-Nose-Schoharie-0644-460x300.jpg)
Vroman’s Nose Trail
This short moderate loop over Vroman’s Nose climaxes at a stunning series of outrageously scenic ledges.
![View north from Mount Beacon Fire Tower](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Mount-Beacon-Casino-Trail-8789-460x300.jpg)
Mount Beacon Fire Tower via Casino Trail
The short and very scenic route to Mount Beacon’s Fire Tower.
![Trail signpost for Undivided Lot Trail in Mohonk Preserve](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Undivided-Lot-Mohonk-Preserve-5282-460x300.jpg)
Undivided Lot & Laurel Ledge Loop
Want classic Gunks terrain, scenic views and a fun cave? Hike this hike.