Winter Catskill 3500 series-Kaaterskill High Peak-Hurricane Ledge

NOTE***Huckleberry Point Trailhead is accessed from Platte Clove Road. You need to access from the Northwest. THE LOWER SECTION OF THE ROAD IS CLOSED IN WINTER

Meet at Huckleberry Point (42.13386, -74.08207) 9:30am

We will take Steenburg Road (snowmobile path) to the Long Path, then we will cut over to the Kaaterskill High Peak Trail and climb Hurricane Ledge up to the summit.

After leaving the summit we will take the long path back to Steenburg Road (snowmobile path).

Hike length= Approximately 8 miles
Elevation Gain=Approximately 2K
Route Type=out & back

WINTER WEATHER THIS WEEKEND WILL BE EXTREMELY COLD; NEGATIVE TEMPERATURES.

Must be an experienced winter hiker, must have snowshoes and foot traction. and know how to use them. Must have winter gear for extreme temperatures. Must know how to layer for winter hiking.

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.

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.