Former fire tower on Belleayre Mountain

Led by Al Purdy, this one-way hike begins at Giggle Hollow, reaches the summit at 3373’, and concludes in Lost Clove. With a distance of 4.6 miles, the hike is rated moderate-to-difficult and is expected to take five hours. For those working on the All Trail Challenge, this outing collects a couple of the lesser traveled trails. Hikers need to bring lunch/snacks, water/ drink, layers of winter clothing, microspikes, gaiters -- and snowshoes and trekking poles (as needed).

Registration for this hike is required by December 12. Register by contacting Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Please note, the hike is limited to 12 people, and dogs are not permitted. We will meet at the Lost Clove Parking Area and then car-shuttle to Giggle Hollow/ Belleayre Beach to begin the hike.

To reach Lost Clove from the east, take NYS Thruway Exit 19/ Kingston, and head west on Route 28 for 30.3 miles. Turn left onto Ulster County 47 following the signs for Lost Clove and other locations. Proceed 0.4 miles and turn right onto Lost Clove Road. Take Lost Clove Road for 1.3 miles and the parking area is on the right.

From Route 28 west, go 4.1 miles past the top of the hill in Highmount (where the turn to Belleayre Ski Center is) and turn right onto Ulster County 47 following the signs for Lost Clove and other locations. Proceed 0.4 miles and turn right onto Lost Clove Road. Take Lost Clove Road for 1.3 miles and the parking area is on the right.

GPS Coordinates to Lost Clove Parking Area/ meeting place: 42.10548 - 74.47008

Google Maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bUpyLDevLRniSdoH9

Be prepared for unpredictable winter road, parking lot and trail conditions. Forecasted severe weather conditions could postpone or change plans.