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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 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 […]
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 […]
Bald Mountain and the Rondaxe Fire Tower pack a big punch for a short, relatively easy hike in the Adirondacks
Offering a short hike with mighty views, Bald Mountain is in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. Located just north of the village of the Old Forge, Bald Mountain is a popular hiking destination and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the Fulton Chain of Lakes. Just north of Old Forge […]
An often overlooked gem of a hike in the Catskills, the Huckleberry Loop
The Huckleberry Loop Trail in the western Catskills offers a diverse 13-mile hike for both day and overnight hikers. With stunning views, varied terrain, and reliable water sources, it’s a moderate to challenging experience.
Little Baldy Hike in the Wichita Mountains of Oklahoma
Little Baldy is a small, but mighty peak nestled in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, not far from Lawton, Oklahoma. The easy hike to the open rock summit of Little Baldy hikers and visitors panoramic vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see – and offers a great introduction to the scenery of […]
Hiking Overlook Mountain and the Overlook Fire Tower
The Overlook Mountain Fire Tower, at the top of Overlook Mountain high above the Village of Woodstock offers a stunning vista of the Hudson Valley to the east and the Catskill Mountains to the west. To reach the summit and the Fire Tower from the Woodstock area, the very popular Overlook Spur Trail is the […]
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