Hiking trail, Wittenberg, Catskills

When Does Hiking Season End?

Extend your hiking into the most spectacular season of all.

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Catskills Fall Foliage 2025

Catskills Fall Foliage Reports 2025 Week 8: October 29-Nov 5 October 25 / Saturday — Fall foliage is definitely over in the Adirondacks, though the tamaracks/larches are hanging on gorgeously, as seen from Mount Van Hoevenberg… What Now? If you’re still in the area, or headed here, don’t despair—there’s still lots to see and do.

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Wright, Algonquin, Iroquois trail in the Adirondacks

Wright, Algonquin & Iroquois Peaks

One of the absolute top hikes in the Adirondacks. Pack your Tylenol.

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Wright, Algonquin, Iroquois trail in the Adirondacks

Hiking the MacIntyre Range, Adirondacks

One of the most striking ridge-lines in the Adirondacks.

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Bushwhack Panther Plane Wreck

Bushwhack Panther via Bear Poop Ridge

A tough off-trail route to bushwhack to Panther’s incredible summit.

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Giant Ledge Hiking Trail

12 Best Fall Foliage Hikes in the Catskills

When the fall foliage hits, the Catskills offer a true golden spectacle. Here are a the most popular Catskills hikes to view the autumn extravaganza.

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bonticou crag trail mohonk preserve new york hiking

Bonticou Crag Trail & Scramble

One of the top hikes in the Gunks. Major fun and a wonderful scenic payoff for such a short route.

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Best Catskills Hiking Map

The Best Catskills Hiking Maps (Free & Paid Options)

Get the best trail maps for the Catskills.

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inspiration point view

Escarpment Trail

A jaw-dropping, sky-high trek along the Catskill Mountains’ dramatic eastern facade, offering a mix of moderate trails, nonstop views, rugged climbs, and a taste of adventure above the Hudson Valley.

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mountain peaks

Avalanche Pass Trail Closed Indefinitely After Major Landslide

Climate change renders key Adirondack trail impassable.

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Runs at Plattekill Mountain Ski Resort

Hike Plattekill Mountain Ski Resort

You’ll love this easy-moderate loop over a famous ski mountain with great views.

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Wittenberg seen from Cross Mountain Meathook Trail

The 14 Best Non-High Peak Hikes in the Catskills

I've hiked them all. The known and the unknown. This is the list you need. These are the best non-high peak hikes in the Catskills.

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Lone

What’s Next for the Formerly Trailless Catskill High Peaks?

Here’s what you need to know about what’s about to happen…

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Peaked Mountain hiking trail in the Adirondacks

Hike Peaked Mountain

Peaked Mountain is of the Adirondacks’ most beautiful and rewarding moderate hikes.

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Hiker on Mount Tammany

Mount Tammany Trail via Red Dot and Blue Dot Loop

The best way to hike Mount Tammany is via this delightful loop.

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