Cold Spring - Bull Hill Full Loop 5+ Miles

Bull Hill - full loop.
5.5 miles, 1400 feet elevation. Strenuous hike at a moderate pace. Hiking time 3.5 hours.

Details: The hike starts with an invigorating early climb. About 90% of the elevation happens in the first hour, with a steady ascent up the Washburn Trail (white trail) past a former quarry. It includes great views of Storm King and the Thayer Hotel at West Point.
After the Mt Taurus summit, the route levels out before beginning a gradual descent on the Brook Trail (blue trail). We will pass a few century-old ruins along the Cornish Trail. The Cornish Trail itself is an abandoned road that leads directly back to the parking lot, an easy 30 minutes.
The hike includes one short and simple rock scramble of about 20 feet.
Lets meet at 8:15 as there is limited parking.

Bring plenty of water and snacks, and appropriate seasonal items (sun- and insect-protection in summer, and crampons in winter). Day-of-hike-only phone: 914-672-5156

**Note** We hike at a moderate pace, and never leave anyone behind. Our hikes are not suitable for fast hikers who like to forge ahead of the group.
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