This 13-mile, challenging and difficult hike will summit four high peaks and include fun scrambles, spectacular views, and 4300’ of elevation gain. The hike will move at a moderate pace (about 1.5mph moving speed). Hikers need to bring plenty of water/ sports drink (recommended 1 to 2 liters), lunch/ snacks, sturdy water-resistant boots with good traction, proper/ layered clothing, a headlamp and extra batteries, gaiters and hiking poles are recommended. We will take short breaks but not stop for a long lunch.

This hike is limited to 12 people and registration is required. To register, contact Marv Freedman at marvfreedman@gmail.com by May 23. Please include your cell number in your registration request. Dogs are permitted with the permission of the event leader. 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 two to four days before the hike.

We will meet at 8:00 am at the end of Barnum Road.

Directions to Barnum Road: From NYS Thruway (87) Saugerties/ Exit 20, turn right on 32 North for six miles and keep straight onto NY-32A. Take NY-32A for 0.6 miles, bear left onto NY-23A. Take Route 23A for 5.5 mi. and turn right onto Co. Hwy 25.  At 2.8 mi. stay right onto Co. Hwy 23C; in another four miles turn right onto Co. Hwy 40. In 1.1 mi. turn right onto Hauser Rd for 0.5 mi./ end. Turn right onto Barnum Road and trailhead parking is 0.4 mi.  Google address is 323 Barnum Rd., East Jewett NY, 12424.

GPS Coordinates are 42.26399, -74.17666

Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MUwyqjWfpQpGUxrK9