This hike is a 6.5-mile challenging bushwack with fun climbs and nice views. With a 2300’ ascent, the hike is rated moderate-to-difficult. The pace of the hike will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed, typically) with steep climbs and short breaks.

Hikers need to bring plenty of water/ sports drink, lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots, proper layered clothing, insect repellent, sunscreen, and gaiters and hiking poles are recommended. We expect the hike to take about six hours.

The event is limited to 12 people and registration is required by September 17. To register, contact event leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted only with the permission of the event leader.

We will meet, ready to shuttle, no later than 8:00 am at the Shaft Rd parking area off of Rt 42. Please do not park on Shaft Rd. or the adjacent home's driveway. This is where our hike will end. We'll leave most cars here, and will shuttle to the Mink Hollow parking area (Western end of Devil's Path) on Spruceton Rd to start our hike.

GPS Coordinates for Shaft Road parking area: 42.165112, -74.408771

Google Maps link for Shaft Road parking area: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Q5nr8Y5afajuHm1B9  

Driving directions: From the north, take State Route 23A to State Route 42. Go 7.6 miles on Route 42 and turn left. Continue on the short gravel road through the line of trees, and the parking area is on the right.

From the south, take State Route 28 to State Route 42. Take Route 42 3.75 miles and turn right. Continue on the short gravel road through the line of trees, and the parking area is on the right.

Additional Information: 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.