Catskill Mountains - Catskill Trails, Catskill Hikes, Catskill Adventures and Catskill Advice
On one of the Catskill Park's five Fire Towers |
One of the home bases for those of us at Adventures in the Outdoors is the Catskill Mountains of New York State. This mountainous region is not quite as well known as many of the Northeast's other areas like the Adirondacks or the White Mountains, but the Catskill Mountains offers a variety of hiking and trekking opportunities for all different levels of abilities. Trails visit majestic overlooks, climb steep mountains and visit waterfalls tucked deep into the mountain cloves.
Not only that, but the Catskill Mountains are less than three hours from New York City and the rest of the New York metropolitan region. The mountains offer just about anyone a chance to get out and enjoy the outdoors.
The majority of the Catskill Mountains are within the Catskill Park, inside of which land owned by the State of New York is part of the Forest Preserve that exists in the Catskill Park and the Adirondack Park. The Forest Preserve is protected by the New York State Constitution to be "forever wild." There is just over 300,000 acres of Forest Preserve in the Catskill Park along with thousands of other acres that are available to the public for outdoor recreation.
Near the John Robb Lean-to on Hunter Mountain |
As many of our trips and adventures are in the Catskill Mountains, we have put together this page as a source for everything Catskill related on Adventures in the Outdoors. Guides, advice, hiking, skiing, boating and more. If we have done it in the Catskill Mountains, you will find it on this page.
First things first, get yourself a good set of maps for hiking in the Catskills! We suggest the New York - New Jersey Trail Conference's Catskill Trails Map Set. This set is updated regularly, is printed on waterproof and tearproof material, and will be the best investment anyone hiking in the Catskills can make. Coming in a close second for Catskill maps is National Geographic's Trails Illustrated Map for the Catskill Park.
Catskill Mountains - Trail Conditions
Catskill Park Visitor Center
If you are interested in the Catskill Mountains and the Catskill Park, make sure you bookmark this page, as we will keep it updated with new trips and guides as we continue to enjoy the outdoors in the Catskill Mountains.
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Outdoor Hiking, Backpacking and Camping Guide Services:
Catskill Mountains - Trail Conditions
Catskill Park Visitor Center
Catskills Hiking Videos on YouTube
Catskill Mountains - General Guides
Catskill Mountains - Hiking Guides
- Devil's Path Region
- Indian Head Mountain
- Devil's Kitchen Lean-to
- Twin Mountain Bushwhack
- Twin Mountain
- Dibble's Quarry
- Sugarloaf Mountain
- Mink Hollow via Old Mink Hollow Trail
- Mink Hollow via Mink Hollow Trail
- Bushwhacking on Plateau Mountain
- Hunter Mountain via Devil's Path and Becker Hollow Trail
- Hunter Mountain via the Spruceton Jeep Trail
- Hunter Mountain Cross Country Ski to John Robb Lean-to
- John Robb Lean-to on Hunter Mountain
- Devil's Path Challenge
- Platte Clove Region
- Platte Clove Bushwack
- Echo Lake and the Old Overlook Road
- Platte Clove Overlook
- Platte Clove Preserve/Long Path
- Huckleberry Point Bushwhack
- Northeastern Catskills
- North Point
- Kaaterskill High Peak
- Blackhead Range
- Elm Ridge Lean-to
- Boulder Rock Cross Country Ski
- North and South Lake Loop
- Hike along the old Ulster and Delaware Railroad near Haines Falls
- Southern Escarpment Trail and Palenville Overlook
- Kaaterskill Falls Trail
- Central Catskills
- Tremper Mountain and Warner Creek
- Shandaken Brook Lean-to
- Table Mountain Lean-to
- Huckleberry Loop/Dry Brook Ridge
- Southern Catskills
- Western Catskills
Vista to the north on Cross Mountain |
Catskill Mountains - Map and Guidebook Reviews
- Map: Catskill Trails Map Set
- Map: National Geographic Trails Illustrated Catskill State Park Map
- Guidebook: Catskill Mountain Guide by the Appalachian Mountain Club
- Guidebook: Catskill Trails by the Adirondack Mountain Club
Catskill Mountains - Trail Work
- Rebuilding the John Robb Lean-to on Hunter Mountain
- Privy Building at the John Robb Lean-to on Hunter Mountain
- Diamond Notch Lean-to Rehabilitation
- Hunter Mountain - Trail and Lean-to Work
- Trail Work - Long Path in the Platte Clove Preserve
- Romer Mountain Trail Work
Catskill Mountains - Trail News
- New Trail Opens at Catskill Interpretive Center for National Trails Day, expanding recreational opportunities on-site
- No Wintertime Access to Balsam Lake Trailhead
- Economic Study Shows Value of Catskills Public Lands
Kaaterskill Falls - 2013 Catskill Park Awareness Day
- March 2013 - Updated Map Set Available for Catskills
- Belleayre Mountain and Crossroads Development Projects Environmental Documents Available for Public Review
- Kaaterskill Rail Trail opens on 2013 National Trails Day
- REI Supports Trail Conference Catskills Lean-to Program
- New bridge for the Long Path in Platte Clove
- Five Restored Fire Towers in Catskill Park Are Focus of Hiking Brochures and Maps from Trail Conference
- NYSDEC Announces Forest Preserve Classification of 2011 Big Indian Acquisition in the Catskill Park, Increasing Access and Recreational Opportunities
- Parking restrictions at Woodland Valley Campground's Day Use/Trailhead Parking Area
- REI Geostories - The Catskill Mountains and Catskill Park
- New York State Announces Acquisition of 590 Acres in the Catskill Park including Balsam Mountain
- Opening of new Long Path trail section in the Catskills on June 7, 2014 | National Trails Day
- NYSDEC Announces New Partnership with Trail Conference for Volunteer Catskill Conservation Corps
If you are interested in the Catskill Mountains and the Catskill Park, make sure you bookmark this page, as we will keep it updated with new trips and guides as we continue to enjoy the outdoors in the Catskill Mountains.
MORE CATSKILL PARK, HIKING, PLANNING AND VISITOR INFO
- All Catskills Hiking Videos
- Catskill 3500 Challenge Videos
- Catskills Fire Tower Challenge Videos
- Best Catskills Loop Hikes Videos
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You can find more information about this hike on:- The NYNJ Trail Conference's Catskill Trails Map Set
- National Geographic's Trails Illustrated Map for the Catskill Park
- Catskill Trails Guidebook from ADK
- Hiking the Catskills Guidebook
- Guide to the Catskill Fire Tower Challenge
- Catskill Center's Platte Clove Preserve
Outdoor Hiking, Backpacking and Camping Guide Services:
Advice and Recommended Gear:
Gear we used on this hike:
- Goodr Sunglasses
- REI Traverse 32 Pack
- Gossamer Gear Shoulder Strap Pockets
- Altra Lone Peak Shoes
- Darn Tough Midweight Hiking Socks
- REI Traverse Trekking Poles
- Cotopaxi Sombra Sun Hoodie
- Patagonia Nine Trails Shorts
- Nalgene 32-ounce Wide-Mouth Water Bottles
- Energizer LED Headlamp
- NEMO Chipper Reclaimed Closed-Cell Foam Seat Pad
- Garmin Forerunner 255 Smartwatch
- Garmin inReach Plus GPS
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Important Hiking Considerations:
- Weather: Check the weather forecast before your hike and be prepared for changes in conditions. Weather can be unpredictable, so bring appropriate clothing and gear.
- Safety: Some sections of the trail can be steep and rocky, so use caution and watch your footing. It's also a good idea to hike with a friend or let someone know about your hiking plans.
- Leave No Trace: As with any outdoor activity, remember to follow the principles of Leave No Trace. Pack out any trash, stay on the trail, and be respectful of the natural environment.
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