Hudson Valley Hikers

Distance: 4 miles Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours Elevation gain: Approx 1,500 feet Difficulty: Moderate; first mile is all uphill and can be strenuous for some; the final approach to the fire tower can also be strenuous for some.

Gear: HEADLAMP, Clothing for changing temps/wind; water; snacks Map: NY/NJ Trail Conference map for East Hudson trails; Avenza phone app for Hudson Highlands Park trails; or similar maps or apps. The Hike: Please read the entire description before signing up. Not recommended as a "first-ever" hike. The first mile is a steady, and somewhat strenuous, uphill that some hikers find difficult. Hikers should not overestimate his/her abilities. There is no "sweeper" following the last hiker(s). The hike starts at the posted time. This will be a moderately-paced hike (not slow.) Starting at the Mt. Beacon Park on Rte. 9D. We’ll zig-zag up the red Casino Trail for one mile. Then we'll continue east on the red trail and break off to the fire tower. After taking in the 360 degree views from the fire tower, we'll head back down via the same trails. (There are other trail options for the way back if anyone wants to extend his/her hike and add extra miles.) **********

HUDSON VALLEY HIKER LEGAL DISCLAIMER & WAIVER OF LIABILITY You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below. If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear. The Hudson Valley Hikers Club does not provide liability insurance for the protection of individuals who may participate in any of the events planned by the Organizer or Assistant Organizers. This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability. Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. By signing up for this group or event you understand that you are attending all events AT YOUR OWN RISK. Organizers and Assistant Organizers of this group are just that, we organize the events and hike together as friends. There are no leaders on these hikes, you are your own leader - This is YOUR hike.

Contact: Mike Clancy - 845-542-2049

The Hike:
Hike starts at 8:30. The first mile includes several rock scrambles that can be very challenging for some. We will move at a moderate/brisk pace and make brief stops at the main viewpoints. There's no sweep so review the route should you hike faster or slower than others.
Here's the route:
- From Rt. 9D, take yellow Wilkinson Trail to green Nimham Trail..
- Turn right onto green and continue to white Breakneck Ridge Trail.
- Turn left onto the white BR trail. Stay on white up the rock scrambles and continue about 4.5 miles to the fire tower.
- After a break at tower, continue on white to red Casino trail.
- Turn right onto red and go a short distance to yellow. .
- Turn right onto yellow. Continue about 4 miles to Rt. 9D and cars.

Distance: Approx 9.7 miles
Duration: Approx 4.5 hrs (includes brief breaks)
Gear: footwear with good grip; clothing for changing temps; water; snacks/lunch
Elevation Gain: Approx 3,020+ feet
Map: NY-NJ Trail Conf. Map #102, Avenza App, or similar mapping system.

NOTE: You are responsible for bringing appropriate gear, supplies, clothing, first aid, etc. You should review topographic maps and trail features carefully; understanding topography of any hike is key to your knowing where you are, where you're going, and how to get back.

See suggestions for GEAR on the "About" page for additional gear ideas.

You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below.

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. Full waiver can be found on the ABOUT page.

Contact/host Mike Clancy - 845-542-2049

**There's no sweep. Familiarize yourself with the route should you elect to hike faster or slower than the main group.

** Not recommended as a "first time" hike. The first mile is a steady, and somewhat strenuous, uphill that some new hikers find very difficult. Hikers should not overestimate his/her abilities.

The Hike: Hike starts at 8am so please arrive earlier . The average pace will be a moderate/brisk 2.4 -2.5mph. There will be several very brief stops at viewpoints.
The route:
- Take the red Casino Trail one mile to site of former casino/hotel.
- Continue on red one mile to white trail.
- Turn right onto white. Take white several hundred yards to tower.
- Return back to red
- Continue on red to yellow.
- Left on yellow to blue.
- After 200 yards on blue, head straight onto old woods road.
- Take the woods road to the paved service road.
- Turn left at the road and go 100' to the white trail which will be on the right.
- Take white to yellow.
- Left onto yellow to the red casino trail.
- Turn right onto red and back to cars.

Distance: ~6+ miles
Pace: a steady, moderate/brisk 2.4-2.5mph
Duration: approx 3.5 hours including brief stops at viewpoints
Difficulty: first mile is all uphill and can be very difficult for some; rocky trails; some steep ups and downs
Elevation gain: Approx 1,900 feet
Gear: appropriate footwear; sunscreen; water; snacks/lunch; poles may be helpful
Views: All directions

Map: NY/NJ Trail Conference map for East Hudson trails; Avenza phone app for Hudson Highlands Park trails; or similar maps or apps.

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HUDSON VALLEY HIKER LEGAL DISCLAIMER & WAIVER OF LIABILITY

You agree when you sign up for this group or any of the events that you have read and understand the below.

If you join us for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, and bring the proper gear.

The Hudson Valley Hikers Club does not provide liability insurance for the protection of individuals who may participate in any of the events planned by the Organizer or Assistant Organizers.

This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability.

Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. By signing up for this group or event you understand that you are attending all events AT YOUR OWN RISK. Organizers and Assistant

Organizers of this group are just that, we organize the events and hike together as friends. There are no leaders on these hikes, you are your own leader - This is YOUR hike