Long Hikes
Blackhead via Arizona from Storks Nest
A delightful, scenic route over an unsung gem to a classic Catskills peak.
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.
Say Goodbye to Blisters: Your Complete Guide to Prevention & Treatment
Prevent and treat hiking blisters with these essential tips.
Overlook Mountain from Platte Clove
A deeply lovely route through some of the Catskills’ most beautiful terrain.
Eastern Devil’s Path
Completing this very challenging hike is a top Catskills hiking achievement.
Hodge Pond 3: The Nazgûl Loop
A route that combines so many strange and disparate elements, it’s unforgettably weird!
Huckleberry Loop, Catskills: a Mile-by-Mile Guide
Is Huckleberry Loop Trail the most beautiful hike in The Catskills? This mile-by-mile guide walks you through it all.
Van Wyck to Table & Peekamoose
Two plane wrecks. Two bear holes. Two talus fields. One incredible view.
Catskills Frequently Asked Questions
These are the most frequently asked questions about The Catskills, according to Google.
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.
Jay Mountain Ridge
Jay Mountain Ridge stands as the most rewarding and memorable hiking experience I had in 2022.
Best Hikes of 2022
These are the best hikes I did in 2022 — 17 amazing day-hikes sorted by level of difficulty.
Burroughs Range Trail Loop
Incredible two-day hike over the highest and finest terrain in The Catskills.
Lower Wolfjaw via Rooster Comb
The long hike out to Lower Wolfjaw is steep and rugged, passing over Hedgehog Mountain. It also includes a very difficult slab rock scramble.
