Cost: $20 per hiker

8:45 AM - Arrive at trailhead parking lot

9:00 AM - Hike start time

12:00 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:15 PM - Food and drinks at Fink's BBQ and Cheesesteak Roadhouse

Hiking

Reeves Brook Loop is a beautiful loop through Harriman State Park, which is the second largest state park in New York State with over 200 miles of hiking trails. The trail offers gentle streams and waterfalls, as well as one fun scramble to reach our view point.

Scenery: 7/10

Difficulty: 6/10

Distance: 3.8 miles

Estimated hike time: 3 hours (including pictures and breaks)

Location: Sloatsburg, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.17383, -74.16844 (plug into GPS as address)

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Fink's BBQ and Cheesesteak Roadhouse is a 12 minute drive from the trailhead. This place is well known for their pit smoked meats and wide variety of cheesesteaks. Their pit is fed with oak and apple woods to give our BBQ a nice balanced smokiness, a favorite in the NY Metro area. The address is 32 Orange Ave, Suffern, NY 10901.

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above. 

Cost: $20 per hiker

8:30 AM - Arrive at trailhead parking lot
8:45 AM - Hike start time
1:15 PM - Estimated hike end time
1:30 PM - Smokey's Brick Oven Tavern

Hiking

The Stairway to Heaven Trail in Vernon, NJ is a popular hike that takes you out and back along boardwalks, farms, dirt paths, and some boulders. The majority of the hike is relatively flat until the last couple of miles where we ascend and descend Wawayanda Mountain. The view at the top is totally worth the climb!

Scenery: 7/10
Difficulty: 6/10
Distance: 8 miles
Estimated hike time: 4.5 hours (including pictures and breaks)
Location: Vernon, NJ
Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.235617, -74.480496 (plug into GPS as address)

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Smokey's Brick Oven Tavern is a 5 minute drive from the trailhead. They are known for their ribs, pizza, wings, and craft beer selection. They are also one of the only restaurants in the US to get all its electric power from solar energy. The address is 2 Vernon Crossing Rd, Vernon Township, NJ 07462.

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above. 

Cost: $20 per hiker

8:45 AM - Arrive at trailhead parking lot

9:00 AM - Hike start time

1:00 PM - Estimated hike end time

1:10 PM - Hunter Mountain Brewery

Hiking

Hunter Mountain via Becker Hollow Trail is 5 mile out-and-back trail with a partial loop at the summit. The overall hike is short, but very steep with an elevation gain of 2,400 feet. Once we reach the top, we will be at an elevation of 4,000 ft and have access to the Hunter Mountain Fire Tower. Climb this and you will get one of the best views in the Catskills.

Scenery: 10/10
Difficulty: 10/10
Distance: 5 miles
Estimated hike time: 4 hours (including pictures and breaks)
Location: Hunter, New York
Trailhead GPS coordinates: 42.18186, -74.1968 (plug into GPS as address)

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Hunter Mountain Brewery is a 5 minute drive from the trailhead. This place is well known for their burgers and wings. The Devil's Path Burger, one of my favorite burgers of all time comes from this place. Their locally brewed beers are also worth a try! The address is 7267 ROUTE 23A, Hunter, New York.

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above. 

Cost: $20 per hiker

8:45 AM - Arrive at trailhead parking lot

9:00 AM - Hike start time

12:00 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:15 PM - Food and drinks at Fink's BBQ and Cheesesteak Roadhouse

Hiking

Reeves Brook Loop is a beautiful loop through Harriman State Park, which is the second largest state park in New York State with over 200 miles of hiking trails. The trail offers gentle streams and waterfalls, as well as one fun scramble to reach our view point.

Scenery: 7/10

Difficulty: 6/10

Distance: 3.8 miles

Estimated hike time: 3 hours (including pictures and breaks)

Location: Sloatsburg, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.17383, -74.16844 (plug into GPS as address)

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Fink's BBQ and Cheesesteak Roadhouse is a 12 minute drive from the trailhead. This place is well known for their pit smoked meats and wide variety of cheesesteaks. Their pit is fed with oak and apple woods to give our BBQ a nice balanced smokiness, a favorite in the NY Metro area. The address is 32 Orange Ave, Suffern, NY 10901.

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above. 

Cost: $20 per hiker (only $10 for children 12 and under)

9:00 AM - Arrive at trailhead parking lot

9:15 AM - Hike start time

11:45 AM - Estimated hike end time

12:00 PM - Food and drinks at JP Doyle’s Restaurant

Hiking

Your guide will take you on a spooky walk along the beautiful historic trails of Rockefeller State Park. These grounds are known for the legends of the Headless Horseman and Hulda the Witch, both rooted in the history of the Revolutionary War. There are also old Native American tales that have been passed down from generation to generation in the area. We will share these stories with you and more as we walk along some old carriage roads. 

Scenery: 6/10

Difficulty: 3/10

Distance: 5.3 miles

Estimated hike time: 2.5 hours (including pictures and breaks)

Location: Tarrytown, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.11173, -73.83658 (plug into GPS as address) 

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J.P. Doyle's Restaurant is a 10 minute drive from the trailhead. This place is a traditional American pub with a fully stocked bar, great food and plenty of seating. Made famous by the Man Vs. Food tv show, the Headless Horseman Burger is my recommendation if you are looking for a real treat! 

Address: 48 Beekman Ave, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above. 

Cost: $20 per hiker

9:45 AM - Arrive at trailhead parking lot

10:00 AM - Hike start time

12:30 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:45 PM - Food and drinks at Brookside Tavern & Smokehouse

Hiking

If you are looking for a quick and easy hike with great views, then this one is it! Overall, the climb up to the viewpoint on Hook Mountain is not a challenging one. The steepest part of the trail is right at the beginning and it levels out fairly quickly. The majority of the trail is a mix of dirt and small rocks that make the hike easy going. The total elevation gain is about 900 feet with rewarding cliffside views of the Hudson River and the surrounding Hudson Valley. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 7/10

Difficulty: 5/10

Distance: 4.2 miles

Estimated hike time: 2.5 hours (including pictures and breaks)

Location: Nyack, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.1437, -73.91245 (plug into GPS as address)

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Brookside Tavern & Smokehouse is a 10 minute drive from the trailhead. This place is a traditional American pub with local craft beers, great bbq, and outdoor seating. I can personally vouch for their delicious wings!

As stated in their website, “The Kitchen is run by our KCBS sanctioned Competition team and catering company 'Hocus Smokus' They bring you mouth watering bbq, and some of the best American cuisine you can get with their Hocus Smokus twist.”

Address: 107 Route 303 Valley Cottage NY, 10989

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above.

Cost: $20 per hiker

9:00 AM - Arrive at Minnewaska State Park Gate (opens at 9am)

9:15 AM - Start hike to Sam’s Point

1:45 PM - Estimated hike end time

2:15 PM - Food and drinks at The Horse and Sulky

Hiking

Sam's Point Loop is a beautiful hike that offers waterfalls, one of a few ridge-top dwarf pine barrens in the world, lakeside views, dense forests, and cliffs that open up to spectacular views. This area is considered a National Natural Landmark and was labeled as one of "Earth's Last Great Places" by the Nature Conservancy. This is a long and demanding hike, but totally worth it! Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash. Note: The parking lot opens at 9am and requires a $10 entrance fee.

Scenery: 10/10

Difficulty: 8/10

Distance: 8.5 miles

Estimated hike time: 4.5 hours (including pictures and breaks)

Location: Cragsmoor, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.67015, -74.36167 (plug into GPS as address)

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The Horse and Sulky is a 20 minute drive south from Sam’s Point trailhead (on the way back to Westchester County). This is a fun pub with a casual environment and great food and drinks. A perfect spot for post-hike grub.

As stated in their website, “Welcome to the Horse & Sulky Pub and Grill, one of the finest casual eateries in the Hudson Valley. David Dewhirst’s (chef/co-owner) education from Johnson & Wales coupled with over 15 years of New York City restaurant exposure, has contributed greatly in developing a casual menu with reasonable prices for all to enjoy! All menu items are brought from the finest markets around and prepared fresh daily”

Address: 809 Bloomingburg Road, Bloomingburg, NY 12721

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above.

Cost: $20 per hiker

8:45 AM - Arrive at Mt. Beacon trailhead parking lot

9:00 AM - Start hike up Mt. Beacon

12:30 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:45 PM - Food and drinks at Meyer's Olde Dutch Food & Such

Hiking

Mt. Beacon Fire Tower Trail is an out and back trail located near Beacon, New York that will give you a great workout with rewarding views. Most of the trail is at about a 20-40 degree incline and leads to a fire tower on top of the mountain. Those brave enough to climb to the top of the tower will get a stunning 360 degree view of the Hudson Valley. Even if you do not climb to the top of the tower, you will have a grand view of the valley. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 8/10

Difficulty: 7/10

Distance: 4.4 miles

Estimated hike time: 3.5 hours (including pictures and food breaks)

Location: Beacon, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.49371, -73.9597 (plug into GPS as address)

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Meyer's Olde Dutch Food & Such is an eight minute drive from Mt. Beacon trailhead. This place is a small burger spot with local craft beers and outdoor seating area. 

As stated in their website, “We use only the finest ingredients including local food purveyors such as beef from the Hudson Valley, cheese from NY state and produce from local farmers – together with our family micro farm in Hyde Park. Our full-service bar features a large selection of NY craft beer, locally produced wine and house-crafted cocktails.”

Address: 184 Main Street, Beacon, NY, 12508

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above.

Cost: $20 per hiker

8:15 AM - Arrive at Breakneck Ridge trailhead parking lot

8:30 AM - Start hike up Breakneck Ridge

12:00 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:15 PM - Food and drinks at Round Up Texas BBQ

Hiking

Breakneck Ridge Trail is the hike of all hikes in the Hudson Valley. This 3.7 mile looped trail will send you scrambling up a rocky incline within the first 5 minutes. You are rewarded with spectacular views of the Hudson River as you climb to an elevation of approximately 1,200 feet. The trail descends steadily through the forest on a less rocky terrain. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 9/10

Difficulty: 10/10

Distance: 3.7 miles

Estimated hike time: 3.5 hours (including pictures and food breaks)

Location: Cold Spring, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.44570, -73.9797 (plug into GPS as address)

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Round Up Texas BBQ is a 10 minute drive from Breakneck Ridge trailhead. This place is a simple hidden gem that offers brisket, ribs, beer, wine, and more. 

As stated in their website, “Route 9 seems an unlikely location for Texas-style dry-rubbed, hickory-smoked brisket (marbled or lean), sausage (spicy or mild) and ribs so tender the meat barely clings to the bone, but Round Up Texas BBQ is the real deal.”

Address: 2741 Rte 9, Cold Spring, NY 10516

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above.

Cost: $20 per hiker

9:00 AM - Arrive at Minnewaska State Park Gate (opens at 9am)

9:15 AM - Start hike to Gertrude’s Nose

1:45 PM - Estimated hike end time

2:00 PM - Food and drinks at Mountain Brauhaus

Hiking

Gertrude’s Nose will send you hiking alongside dramatic cliffs, scrambling over rock formations, and gazing over stunning panoramic views. This 7.5 mile loop is a personal favorite! Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash. Note: The parking lot opens at 9am and requires a $10 entrance fee per car.

Scenery: 10/10

Difficulty: 8/10

Distance: 7.5 miles

Estimated hike time: 4.5 hours (including pictures and breaks)

Location: Gardiner, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.729, -74.2371 (plug into GPS as address)

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Mountain Brauhaus is a 10 minute drive from Gertrude’s Nose trailhead. This place is a fantastic place to unwind with a tall beer and schnitzel after a long hike!

As stated in their website, “Kevin Casey and his staff stay true to the Mountain Brauhaus tradition of 62 years serving authentic German cuisine, while presenting varied options for the contemporary diner — including vegan specials, as well as adventurous combinations of specialty ingredients and fresh local harvests.”

Address: 3123 U.S. 44 Gardiner, NY 12525

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above.

Cost: $15 per hiker

8:45 AM - Arrive at Anthony’s Nose trailhead

9:00 AM - Start hiking up to Anthony’s Nose

12:00 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:10 PM - Food and drinks at Barnstormer BBQ

Hiking

Anthony's Nose from Bear Mountain Bridge Road is a great beginner hike! This is a relatively short hike with a steep initial ascent of about 700 feet. The majority of the trail is through forest until we reach the peak of Anthony’s Nose, which opens up to an amazing view of the Hudson River and Bear Mountain Bridge. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 7/10

Difficulty: 6/10

Distance: 2.6 miles

Estimated hike time: 3 hours (including pictures and food breaks)

Location: Philipstown, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.44570, -73.9797 (plug into GPS)

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Barnstormer Barbeque is a five minute drive from Anthony’s Nose trailhead. This place is fantastic to unwind with food and drinks after a fun hike!

As stated in their website, “Since October 26, 1998 Barnstormer Barbeque has been serving up the best barbecue in the Hudson Valley. Our guests find a uniqueness to the authentic barbecue we have been serving for the last 18 years. “ “If barbecue is not what you are in the mood for, we offer a large variety of burgers, steaks, salads and seafood! Come on in and pick from any of our 8 Craft Beers on tap, full bar or extensive wine menu.”

Address: 1076 Rte 9W, Fort Montgomery, NY 10922

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above.

Cost: $15 per hiker

Storm King Mountain is a 2.5 mile loop with a steep initial ascent that will give you a great cardio workout and rewarding views almost instantly. The trail stays fairly leveled as we approach various scenic views of the Hudson River. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 9/10

Difficulty: 6/10

Location: Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York (trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.42312, -74.00101)

Post-hike Food Location: The Rock Wall Pub & Grub