Join Al Purdy for this out-and-back hike from Jessop Road. Beginning at the parking area along Jessop Road outside of Willow, we will ascend the Willow Trail 1.6 miles to the junction with the Warner Creek Trail, turn left and walk the 2.2 miles to the Tremper Mountain Summit and Fire Tower. We will then return along the same route with an expected total time of six hours. With an elevation gain of approx. 1500' and 7.6 miles in distance, this hike is rated Moderate-Difficult.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, plenty of water/ beverage, microspikes, snowshoes in your car, proper clothing layers, hiking poles (if preferred), sturdy, winter hiking boots, and a head lamp. This hike is limited to 12 registrants, and registration is required by November 28. To register contact Al Purdty at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.

Note, be prepared for winter road conditions. Not all trailhead parking areas are maintained. Poor road or trail conditions may alter these plans. Severe weather conditions will postpone the hike.

Directions: From State Route 28 turn onto State Route 212 and proceed 4.1 miles to Willow and then turn left onto Van Wagner Road. Go a short distance then turn left onto Jessop Road. Proceed just over one mile and the trailhead will be on your left.

From Bearsville, take State Route 212 5.4 miles to Willow and turn right onto Van Wagner Road. Go a short distance then turn left onto Jessop Road. Proceed just over one mile and the trailhead will be on your left.

GPS Coordinates of Trailhead: 42.07804, -74.24305
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ng4TrjqWcXx4csDV6