Plateau
Two of the steepest ascents in the Catskills rise to a stunning 2¼-mile-long ridge — with epic views on either end
Peak Details
Height: 3,835ft (1,169m)
Range: Northeastern Catskills
Level: Difficult
Scenic: Very
Trail Type: Fully Trailed
Plateau Hiking Trails & Hikes
Eastern Devil’s Path
Completing this very challenging hike is a top Catskills hiking achievement.
Devil’s Path Trail (Ultimate Guide)
Everything you need to know about the Devils Path — one of the most difficult hiking trails in New York State.
Plateau & Daley Ridge Lookout
This is the quickest route to Plateau Mountain’s summit. A side-hike down Daley Ridge brings you to a second amazing scenic lookout.
Plateau from Stony Clove Notch
After a steep mile, this hike up Plateau rewards with three great scenic lookouts — and then an easy walk across a stunningly wooded ridge.
Plateau via Daley Ridge
Daley Ridge is rugged, densely wooded, and absolutely charming. Many long-time Catskills hikers feel this is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Catskills.
Plateau from Mink Hollow
This is the shortest/fastest way to climb Plateau. Mink Hollow Trailhead & Parking The parking area at the north end of the Mink Hollow trail is marked on the NYNJTC maps in gray, which signifies “roadside parking”. In fact, it’s a dead end/cul-de-sac that look like it functions as a snow plow turnaround.
Plateau Topography
Summit Forecast: Plateau
The page URL below shows the weather at Plateau’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/Plateau-Mountain-New-York/forecasts/1170
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