Join us as we hike through the Labyrinth & experience the Lemon Squeeze at Mohonk Mountain A little over an hour from the sky scrapers of NYC and awaits a great day hike around Mohonk Mountain (Shawangunk). Sitting in the middle of a vast estate, the Mohonk Mountain House is surrounded by hiking trails. While…
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Anthony’s Nose trail

30 Minutes North of New York City, lies the quick but enjoyable hiking in and out trail known as Anthony’s Nose. It offers similarly spectacular views to that of Breakneck Ridge and Mount Taurus; In fact it offers a more sweeping view of the Hudson Valley and directly overlooks the scenic Bear Mountain bridge. It offers…
Alander mtn hiking loop Day 1
Mt Taurus to Breakneck Ridge day hike

Overlooking the Lower Hudson River, Mt Taurus (AKA Bull Hill) offers some great views of the Hudson Valley & surrounding area including the village of Cold Spring. It offers a good day hike challenge while not being overly difficult or technically challenging. While enjoying an excellent fall hike on the generously wide trails that the…
Cobre Lake Hiking and Camping

Boreal forests, natural beaches, abandoned mine exploration and more wild Blueberries then I could possibly hope to eat describe my incredible experience while hiking and camping the Cobre Lake trail in beautiful summer weather. Follow along with me and my hiking buddy as we start backpacking through the forests of northern Ontario. We start out…
Breakneck Ridge and Wilkinson Memorial trail
Bear Mountain CT Trail Loop

Journey with me as we climb one of the highest points in Connecticut on it’s most popular hiking trail, Bear Mountain. At it’s summit we’re greeted by a huge stone pyramid that we climb to get a remarkable view of the valley and lakes below. During our hike up the mountain we encounter many scenic vistas, rugged terrain, streams and travel through ancient forest.