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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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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Ampersand Mountain in the Adirondacks

Ampersand Mountain

Ampersand is a great introduction to hiking the incredible Adirondacks.

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Indian Ladder Trail, Thacher State Park

Indian Ladder Trail, Thacher State Park

A short, scenic trail beneath dramatic cliffs, with waterfalls, fossils, and big valley views.

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snowy mountain summit seen from a distance

Hiker Dies on West Kill Mountain in the Catskills

On April 24, 2025, a hiker from New Jersey died while ascending West Kill Mountain.

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The Catskill 9

The Catskill 9

One of the toughest Catskills hiking challenges. Only beasts need apply.

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Whiteface Mountain, Adirondacks, New York

Whiteface Mountain via Marble Mountain Trail

An Adirondack classic. One of the best ADK hikes!

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view of cabin and mountains from tower

Catskills Fire Tower Challenge 2025

Everything you need to know about completing the Catskills Fire Tower Challenge in 2025.

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Orange paint blazes of the Van Benschoten Trail

Van Benschoten Trail

Mysterious, historic and beautiful—this hike is also incredibly steep.

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Pine Swamp Mine, Harriman State Park

Pine Swamp Mine in Harriman State Park

This hike to and beyond Pine Swamp Mine is a wonderful butterfly-shaped figure-of-eight loop through Harriman State Park.

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Vasque St. Elias hiking boot review

Vasque St. Elias Hiking Boots Review

A robust, reliable choice for serious hikers.

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best hikes near Woodstock NY: catskills sunrise/sunset view

The 7 Best Hikes Near Woodstock NY

The very best hikes near Woodstock, New York. And they’re all family-friendly!

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View of Devil’s Pulpit from Monument Mountain

Monument Mountain & Devil’s Pulpit

Monument Mountain is one of the Berkshires’ most beloved landmarks.

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four of the best hiking boot brands

Best Hiking Boots of 2024

Hot brand information and my recommendations for the best hiking boots right now.

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