Ferncliff Forest Fire Tower view

Ferncliff Forest Fire Tower

This Ferncliff Forest Fire Tower hike offers easy, delightful trails that lead to stunning 360° views of the surrounding Hudson Valley. Here’s everything you need to know.

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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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Falling Waters Preserve, Hudson River

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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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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Dover Stone Church in Dover Plains, New York

Dover Stone Church

Dover Stone Church is a short, easy, highly-memorable hike — and an absolute delight.

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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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Hiker at Ashokan Quarry Trail

6 Easy Catskills Hikes

Want a deep Catskills experience without the angst of a rigorous mountain hike? These are the hikes for you.

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Exterior of Saugerties Lighthouse and signposts

Saugerties Lighthouse Trail

The super sweet and very short Saugerties Lighthouse trail is a huge hit with all ages.

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quarry pool

Secret Hike: Mega Mounds & Shadow Pool

This short, strange hike leads through one of the largest quarries in The Catskills.

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two waterfalls side by side

Diamond Notch Falls via Spruceton

A short, easy mountain hike to a true Catskills gem: Diamond Notch Falls.

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lions head summit marker in taconics

Lion’s Head

The Lion’s Head Trail in Salisbury, CT, is a delightful short hike with great views that you can actually fit into your day.

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Stone thrones made of quarried bluestone

Dibbles Quarry & Beyond (Ultimate Guide)

A short, easy hike to the very memorable Dibbles Quarry in one of The Catskills’ loveliest notches.

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vernooy falls waterfall

Vernooy Falls Trail: Waterfalls & Mill Ruins

The delightful Vernooy Falls hiking trail leads to one of the funnest spots in The Catskills.

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iced-up Bash Bish Falls and pool

Bash Bish Falls

An easy walk leads to a spectacular payoff: Bash Bish Falls — Massachusetts’ highest waterfall.

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awosting falls / richly flowing waterfall at dusk

Awosting Falls

Awosting Falls at Minnewaska State Park Preserve is one of the most popular destinations in the Hudson Valley.

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scenic view

Lake Minnewaska Loop Trail

This super-scenic loop hike is so easy and so enjoyable.

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