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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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Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove
A deeply lovely route through some of the Catskills’ most beautiful terrain.
![pre-dawn mountain ridges](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Overlook-218-460x300.jpg)
Overlook Mountain 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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Bushwhack Ticetonyk South Ridge
A steep bushwhack through old farmland, dotted with stone fences, to excellent unique views.
![View of the summit of Mount Chocorua in the White Mountains of New Hampshire](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Mount-Chocorua-7165-460x300.jpg)
Mount Chocorua via Piper Trail
A stunning hike up Mount Chocorua via the Piper Trail, one of the most celebrated paths in New Hampshire’s White Mountains.
![Hiker standing in snow on mountain ridge](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Gunks-Hiker-460x300.jpg)
How to Winter Hike: The Essential Roundup
If you’ve never hiked in winter, this is a great page to get started on your winter hike journey.
![Poets’ Walk on the Hudson](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Poets-Walk-Hudson-River-1891-460x300.jpg)
Poets’ Walk Park on the Hudson River
An inspiring trail that leads to a large pavilion with impressive views.
![Elon Musk Backcountry T-Mobile Coverage](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Elon-Musk-Backcountry-T-Mobile-Coverage.01-460x300.jpeg)
Is Elon Musk’s Backcountry Satellite Network a Lost Cause?
SpaceX and T-Mobile’s ambitious project to bring connectivity to the backcountry stirs debate among hikers.
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How Indian is Indian Head?
Native American communities were forced out of The Catskills by the Indian Removal Act, signed into law in 1830 by President Andrew Jackson.
![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.
![cascade’s open rocky summit](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Cascade-Porter-5845-460x300.jpg)
Cascade & Porter Hike
This entry-level Adirondack High Peak hike is a great introduction to the rigors of mountain hiking: rough trails, rocky scrambles and incredible views make this short day-hike super rewarding.
![Kaaterskill High Peak hiking trail](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Kaaterskill-High-Peak-9808-460x300.jpg)
![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.
![hiker welcomes dawn daylight savings all year DST](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Daylight-Saving-Time-5456-460x300.jpg)
Ditch the Switch: The Case for Year-Round Daylight Saving Time
Our twice-yearly switch between Daylight Saving Time and standard time is disruptive, damaging, and dangerous. It needs to end.
![knoll and mountain from indian head](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Indian-Head-Fall-2019-460x300.jpg)
Indian Head Catskills Hike
Indian Head is my absolute favorite single-mountain hike in the Catskills.