Best Day Hikes in the Catskills and Hudson Valley
by
Appalachian Mountain Club
This fully updated guide leads beginner and experienced hikers alike along 60 of the region's most spectacular trails, from shorter nature walks to longer day hikes. From classic hikes like Storm King Mountain in the Hudson Highlands, to carriage road walks in the Shawangunks and a historic walk around the grounds of Oleana, to 25 Catskills hikes such as Wittenberg and Cornell Mountains, to ridgewalks along the Taconic Range, this guide offers a variety of trails for all ability levels and interests. An at-a-glance chart highlights the best hikes near public transportation, for kids, and for winter snowshoeing and skiing.
Price: $18.95
Features
- 60 hikes ideal for hikers of all ability levels, including 10 new hikes
- GPS coordinates to all trailheads
- Locator Map and "At-a-Glance Trip Planner" for easy planning
- Detailed maps showing parking areas, trails, and natural highlights
- Summaries of time, distance, and difficulty level for each trail Hiking and safety tips, including advice on what to carry in your pack
- Essays on the flora, fauna, and historic landmarks of the region
