Here’s a six-mile, moderate loop hike around North-South Lake and along the eastern escarpment. Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ drink, layered and extra clothing, rain gear, gaiters, hiking shoes, head lamp, and micro-spikes. This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required. To register, contact Al Purdy by at October 31 at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919. Please note, dogs are not permitted on this hike.

We will meet at the Scutt Road Parking Area near the North-South Lake Campground at 8:00 am.

Directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 20/ Saugerties, take State Route 32 north for just under six miles. Bear left onto State Route 32A for 1.9 miles. At State Route 23A, turn left and continue up the clove for 4.9 miles. Turn right onto North Lake Road for 2.2 miles (going past Laurel House Rd) and turn right onto Scutt Road. The parking area will be on the right.

From State Route 23A west, continue 1.7 miles east past Tannersville and turn left onto North Lake Road. Proceed 2.2 miles (going past Laurel House Rd) and turn right onto Scutt Road. The parking area will be on the right.

GPS Coordinates: 42.20063, -74.05816

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FF2nDHfNud4QBNnB9

Notes: Severe weather will postpone the hike. About a mile of the hike will be on a paved road.