Steep
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Bushwhack Ticetonyk South Ridge
A steep bushwhack through old farmland, dotted with stone fences, to excellent unique views.
![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.
![Lower Great Range in the Adirondacks](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Great-Range-Adirondacks-5870-460x300.jpg)
![View north from Mount Beacon Fire Tower](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Mount-Beacon-Casino-Trail-8789-460x300.jpg)
Mount Beacon Fire Tower via Casino Trail
The short and very scenic route to Mount Beacon’s Fire Tower.
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Stissing Mountain: New Trail from Thompson Pond
A super fun new route (currently under construction) up a steep rugged side of Stissing Mountain.
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Van Wyck to Table & Peekamoose
Two plane wrecks. Two bear holes. Two talus fields. One incredible view.
![Devils on the Devil’s Path Hiking Trail in the Catskill](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Catskills-Devils-Path.01-460x300.png)
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.
![The summit of Croagh Patrick seen from its main hiking trail](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Croagh-Patrick-2113-460x300.jpg)
![Hurricane Ledge on Kaaterskill High Peak](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Kaaterskill-Hurricane-Ledge-0020-460x300.jpg)
Kaaterskill High Peak via Hurricane Ledge
Hiking Kaaterskill High Peak via Hurricane Ledge means a long wet hike in to the base of the summit — but then an epic Catskills climb.
![catskills sunrise/sunset view](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/IMG_3574_FS-460x300.jpg)
Burroughs Range Trail Loop
Incredible two-day hike over the highest and finest terrain in The Catskills.
![Giant Mountain seen at a distance](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Giant-Mountain-3976-460x300.jpg)
Giant Mountain
Giant Mountain is one of the most popular peaks in the Adirondacks. This route offers a super fun climb and a super scenic descent.
![scenic view from Cross Mountain Meathook](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Cross-Mountain-Meathook-5039-460x300.jpg)
![Scenic Mountain View from Indian Head Overlook](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Sketchiest-Catskill-Hike-3498-460x300.jpg)
The Sketchiest Hike in the Catskills
This is the sketchiest hike I’ve done in The Catskills — and the most fun
![hiker on rock outcrop on Panther Mountain in The Catskills](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Panther-Wooldand-Valley-3076-460x300.jpg)
Panther Mountain from Woodland Valley
The Woodland Valley route to Panther is not a trail section that many people use — which just makes it all the more appealing.
![Seymour mountain hikers in rainy muddy forest](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Seymour-Mountain-Adirondacks-2314c-460x300.jpg)
Seymour Mountain Trail Guide
Even in lousy conditions, the long, difficult hike to Seymour Mountain in the Seward Range is super rewarding.
![hiker in summer forest](https://mountain-hiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Mombaccus-Mountain-1216-460x300.jpg)
Mombaccus & Ashokan High Point
This steep, difficult double-peak hike is so rewarding on so many levels.