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Catskills & Adirondacks Fall Foliage Reports 2023
The best Catskills Fall Foliage Report because it’s direct from the Catskills!


Kaaterskill Falls
Everything you need to know about the iconic Kaaterskill Falls: parking, viewing tips, alternate routes, safety.

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


Why Turning Around is the Boldest Move
Press on or turn back? This split second decision can be life-altering.

Muir Woods National Monument
Step into a realm where the tallest trees on Earth reach for the sky.

Giant Ledge Hike in the Catskills (Ultimate Guide)
Everything you need to know about one of the Hudson Valley’s best hikes.

Teach Yourself How to Use a Compass
This short step-by-step guide makes the process straightforward and enjoyable.

Israel Wittman Sanctuary Hiking Trails
Newly expanded with the addition of Loop C, this sanctuary secures its place as a forever favorite.

The 10 Essentials: What to Pack for Every Hike
The 10 Essentials is a list of items you should carry on every trip into the backcountry.

Cascade Mountain New Trail
Years in the making, a new trail to the summit of Cascade Mountain in the Adirondacks is nearing completion.

Gall Wasps & Oak Trees: A Hiker’s Guide
Unpacking the mysteries of gall wasps and their unique, creepy-beautiful galls

What Counties Make up the Hudson Valley?
No human should be prepared to die on this hill, but here we are.


The 4 Kinds of Hiking for Introverts: Navigating Your Calm Space on the Trail
How introverts can navigate the social demands of hiking—with or without company.