This outing will begin in (and return to) Kaaterskill Clove and will climb about 1600’ to the Inspiration Point overlook. Rated as moderate-to-difficult, this 7.4-mile hike is expected to last four-to-five hours, depending on conditions. For Catskills All Trails Challenge enthusiasts, this hike will complete the Harding Road Trail.

Participants need to bring lunch/ food. Water/ drink, warm clothes, proper outer-wear, sturdy, winter hiking shoes, gainters, microspikes, snowshoes (if needed) warm layers, hiking poles (recommended), and a headlamp with extra batteries. Note that dogs are not permitted on this hike, and hikers need to wear some bright orange due to hunting season.

This hike is limited to 12 people, and registration is required. To register, contact Al Purdy at Albertpurdy1@aol.com or (845) 514-0919 by December 11. Poor weather conditions will postpone the hike. Be prepared for winter trail and travel conditions. We will meet at the Harding Road Trailhead at 9am. Directions: The Harding Road Trailhead is located just west of Palenville on the right (westbound) side of State Route 23A, one-half mile from the junction of Route 23A and Route 32A.

GPS Coordinates: 42.176184, -74.030452

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