Panther Mountain from Highmount

This 9.5-mile, one-way hike is rated moderate-to-difficult and includes 3090' of elevation gain. The hiking pace will be moderate (about 1-1/2 mph moving speed) with short breaks, for an overall hike time of about eight hours.

Participants need to bring lunch/ snacks, water/ sports drink, hiking poles (recommended), headlamp, insect repellent, sunscreen, sturdy hiking shoes, layered clothing, rain gear, and hiking poles are recommended. This hike is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. To register, contact hike leader Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by May 30. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted on this hike with the permission of event leader Marv Freedman.

We will meet at the Woodland Valley Parking Area at 8:00 am, in time to sign in, transfer gear, and begin our shuttle to Fox Hollow.

Driving Directions to Woodland Valley Parking Area: From Rt. 28, just west of Phoenicia, turn south on Woodland Valley Rd. Cross Esopus Creek. Turn rt. on Woodland Valley Rd. Travel about 6 miles to the Woodland Valley State Campground. Turn right into Day Use Lot.

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/df2JLUddVR5oKFkY6

GPS Coordinates: 42.036243, -74.357887

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.