Catskills Adventure Challenge: Plattekill Falls, with transportation from/to NYC
Details
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A PRE-PAY ONLY EVENT
Please read carefully: This event is being hosted by Adventure Untamed (https://www.adventureuntamed.com/trip/catskills-adventure-challenge-plattekill-falls/). Please register directly through the website. You spot will only be held once you register and pay through the Adventure Untamed website.
Transportation and licensed guide are included in the cost of the trip. All you have to do is show up!
The Catskills Center has put together a series of hikes as part of the Catskills Adventure Challenge. The Challenge consists of a series of hikes designed to introduce hikers to the region. And Adventure Untamed is taking on the challenge. If you complete six of the eight hikes that are part of the Catskills Adventure Challenge, you can earn a patch from the Catskills Adventure Center. Adventure Untamed is planning to do all eight hikes. Next one up – Plattekill Falls! We will start the day with a hike to Codfish Point, a scenic overlook with MORE waterfalls next to the trail! Then, we’ll hike to Plattekill Falls, a 50-65-foot, dramatic plunge waterfall. We are rating it INTERMEDIATE+, because the section leading down and up to the waterfall (approximately 0.2 miles) is steep, with approximately 110 feet elevation change, and you may have to wear micro-spikes (we will provide!) if there is ice on the ground. The rest of the day is INTERMEDIATE-. Come discover the Catskills with us and earn a patch!
What’s included:
- NY State Licensed and Wilderness First Responder Certified Guide
- Transportation to and from NYC
- Hike from the Catskill Adventure Challenge
Wear
- Hiking boots (required)
- Weather-appropriate, moisture-wicking, athletic clothing (no cotton)
- Wool or synthetic socks (no cotton)
- Waterproof gloves
- Warm hat
- Buff
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
Pack
- Fleece / mid layer
- Windproof/waterproof top and bottom layers that can fit over all other layers
- Lunch
- Ample Snacks
- At least two (2) liters of water
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Fully waterproof top and bottom layers that can be worn over all other layers
- Extra layers to adjust for changing weather conditions
- Extra pair of wool socks
- Headlamp
- Trekking poles (optional)
- A change of clothes for the ride back (optional)
Level: INTERMEDIATE- (https://www.adventureuntamed.com/info/?tab=1)
Mileage: ~4.5 miles
Elevation Gain: ~850 feet
Group Size: 2 - 14 adventurers