Here’s a point-to-point event that will cover a lesser-hiked section of trail in the northeastern Catskills. This outing may be of special interest for those looking to complete the Catskills All Trails Challenge. Led by Marv Freedman, this 10.2-miler will include 1740’ of ascent and 2960’ of descent. The day’s pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving pace) with short breaks. Rated as moderate-to-difficult, this hike is expected to take about eight hours.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, plenty of water/ sports drink, rain gear, sturdy shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen, and hiking poles (recommended). This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by August 19. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader.

We will meet at 8am ready to shuttle at the Harding Road Parking Area on State Route 23A just west of Palenville. (We will then shuttle to Huckleberry Point parking area, off of Platte Clove Road, to start our hike.)

Driving directions: From NYS Thruway Exit 20 Saugerties, take Route 32 north for 5.7 miles. And continue straight onto Route 32a for 1.9 miles. Take a slight left onto 23A for 0.5 miles, and the Harding Road Trailhead parking area will be on the right.

GPS Coordinates to the Harding Road Trailhead parking area: 42.17616, -74.03050

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6W5K7fmp45UkY6dm9

Note, meeting place and time, route details, and required gear are subject to change based on weather forecast, trail conditions, etc. Updated information will be provided via email, usually about four days before the hike.