Balsam
Balsam Mountain has beautiful hollows and excellent terrain, a fun off-trail summit marker, and a fantastic lookout.
Peak Details
Height: 3,607ft (1,099m)
Range: Central Catskills
Level: Moderate
Scenic: No/Low
Trail Type: Fully Trailed
Balsam Hiking Trails & Hikes
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Hike Balsam From Rider Hollow
A truly delightful Catskills hike. Climb Balsam Mountain by hiking up Mine Hollow and down Rider Hollow. One of the most picturesque hikes in the Catskills.
Hike Balsam, Haynes & Eagle from McKenley Hollow
A long hike over rugged terrain that takes you to one of the best lookouts in the Catskills Park and through one of my favorite cols.
Balsam Topography
Summit Forecast: Balsam
The page URL below shows the weather at Balsam’s summit for the next six days.
If a foreacast for a peak is not directly available, this page may display a link to a nearby location.
https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Balsam-Mountain-Ulster-County-New-York/forecasts/1100
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