Windham High Peak (8/30) Brews & Views

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### Summit Windham High Peak in the Catskills for incredible mountain views!

This moderate hike combines flat sections with some steep uphill climbs for a perfect first Catskill 3500' hike. Windham High Peak offers incredible viewpoints and a wide variety of ecosystems, including an enchanted forest of towering Norway spruce. After our day on trail, we'll visit one of the many nearby breweries.

### Hike stats

🥾 6.2 miles from Elm Ridge to Windham High Peak Summit
⛰️ About 1400ft elevation gain with some steep sections
🧭 Difficulty: Moderate.

### The Destination Backcountry Difference

Why hike with us? Expert guides. Founded in 2011, our NY State-licensed guides are not merely hike leaders, they are ambassadors for the outdoors, dedicated to sharing their passion for nature with others.
A FULL day of adventure: Our all-inclusive day escapes include transportation, meals, and a full day of hiking and adventure. Make your escape upstate worth every minute!
On this trail, our guides will share:

🥾Expert guidance on steep/scambly sections of the trail
🌲 Incredible observations about the forest and wildlife we may encounter.

### What's Included?

🚐 Transportation to and from NYC
☕ Breakfast: Your adventure includes a breakfast of fresh fruit and donuts and a selection of coffee and tea for the drive to the trailhead
🧀 Lunch: We will provide a healthy, gourmet lunch and snacks during our adventure. We offer vegetarian and vegan options, and we’re happy to accommodate any dietary and allergy needs.
🌄 On trail guidance from an expert NYS licensed guide

### Schedule

6:30 Brooklyn Pickup near Barclays
7:00 Manhattan Pickup at Grand Central
~8:30 Rest Stop
~9:45 Arrival at Trailhead
~12:30 Lunch at Summit
~1:00 Hike out
~2:30 Van heads to local brewery
~3:30 Van returns to the city
~4:30 Rest stop
~7:00 Manhattan Drop Off
~7:30 Brooklyn Drop Off

*All times are estimates. We adjust every adventure to the pace and needs of the group. Travel time are subject to many factors, including weather and traffic.

### What Do I Need to Bring With Me?

Must have
💧 2, 1-liter water bottles
🎽 Wear: Comfortable, breathable clothes. Standard workout clothes are great for hiking
🥾 Footwear: Sturdy sneakers, trail runners, or hiking boots. We’ll let you know well in advance if conditions call for special footwear.
🧣A few extra layers of clothes for breaks
Good to have
🌧️ Rain shell
🕶️ Sunglasses
🧢 Hat

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