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Hike Ashokan High Point in the Catskills—9-mile loop or 7-mile out-and-back with forest trails, history, and Hudson Valley views.
Hike Ashokan High Point in the Catskills—9-mile loop or 7-mile out-and-back with forest trails, history, and Hudson Valley views.
Hiking the Devil’s Hopyard in Stark, New Hampshire
The Devil’s Hopyard in Stark, New Hampshire, offers a 2.4-mile hike through a rugged gorge, featuring cliffs and mossy boulders. The trail is well-maintained but challenging in parts, especially within the gorge. It’s part of the New Hampshire Terrifying 25 Challenge, ideal for those seeking a unique outdoor adventure.
Hiking the Beehive in Acadia National Park: A Thrilling Ascent with Stunning Coastal Views
The Beehive Trail in Acadia National Park offers a thrilling 1.5-mile loop hike with steep ascents and stunning views, ideal for experienced hikers. It features iron rungs and exposed cliffs, leading to panoramic vistas of the Atlantic coastline. Safety is crucial, as the trek challenges those uncomfortable with heights.
Hiking Acadia National Park Super Loop
Acadia National Park, established in 1916, showcases Maine’s majestic coastal landscapes. This hiking adventure involved a challenging 16-mile loop, featuring landmarks like Cadillac Mountain and The Beehive. The trek offered stunning views and a variety of terrains, emphasizing the park’s remarkable beauty and rich history, making it a memorable experience.
Hiking Schoodic Head: A Scenic Acadia Adventure
Schoodic Head, the highest point on the Schoodic Peninsula, offers hikers a 3-mile trek featuring stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding areas. Starting at Blueberry Hill, the route includes the Anvil and Schoodic Head Trails, culminating in a scenic vista. It’s an easy to moderate hike with a 500-foot elevation gain.
Hiking Mount Pemigewasset in New Hampshire’s Franconia Notch State Park
Mount Pemigewasset is a prominent peak in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, located at the southern end of Franconia Notch State Park near the villages of Lincoln and Woodstock. At 2,557 feet, Mount Pemigewasset is known for its distinctive profile and stunning view, not its height. The most popular route to the summit is […]
Catskill Center’s Catskill Stewards Engage Over 150,000 Visitors in the 2024 Season
December 6, 2024 – Arkville, NY: The Catskill Center’s Catskill Stewards Program concluded a record-breaking 2024 season, educating and assisting 155,000 visitors across five high-use locations, including Peekamoose Blue Hole, Kaaterskill Falls, and the Devil’s Path. This represents a marked increase from last year’s engagement numbers, reflecting continued growth in visitation to the Catskill Park […]
Hiking Mount Tom, Mount Field, and Mount Avalon in the White Mountains of New Hampshire
Mount Tom (4,051’) and Mount Field (4,327’) are two of New Hampshire’s 4,000-foot peaks. Each offers a unique and different experience in the White Mountains. Mount Tom’s wooded summit lacks a view, but it’s an interesting hike nevertheless. Meanwhile, Mount Field offers sweeping vistas that make the climb seem like a small price to pay […]
Hiking Imp Face and Enjoying the Epic Views of Mount Washington on the Imp Trail Loop
Tucked away in from the hustle and bustle at the height of Pinkham Notch at the northern end of the Notch, the Imp Trail in the White Mountains of New Hampshire offers a thrilling and scenic adventure for hikers. This 6.5-mile loop trail winds its way through dense forest, rocky slopes, and beautiful views. The […]
Hiking Arethusa Falls & Frankenstein Cliff Loop in NH
The Arethusa Falls and Frankenstein Cliff Loop offers amazing views from high cliffs and a majestic waterfall in New Hampshire’s Crawford Notch State Park. The loop is a moderate hike that begins at the trailhead parking area on Route 302. For this hike, I took the loop counterclockwise, starting with the climb up Frankenstein Cliff. […]