Friday, December 18, 2015

Schunemunk Mountain State Park

Some nice views and steep slopes make for a surprisingly nice hike.


Parking: 41.407578,-74.081696 Taylor Rd, New Windsor, NY
Miles: 9-10
Hours: 5-7


Monday, December 7, 2015

Weekend Backpacking in Harriman St. Park: Sunday

A cold cloudy morning would yield to sunny skies on my trek back to the car.


Starting Point: Big Hill Shelter, The Long Path/Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail junction 
Saturday Mileage: 7.25
Hike Time: 3 hours


Thursday, December 3, 2015

Weekend Backpacking in Harriman St. Park: Saturday

An overcast and rainy day turned out not so bad.

Big Hill shelter along the Long Path  
Starting Point: Shelter/camp area off the White Bar trail, .25 mi south of Orange County Route 106
Saturday Mileage: 7.75
Hike Time: 4 hours


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