Hudson Valley Hikers

Breakneck Sunset Hike

We do not start in a group at the same time...FLEXIBLE START TIME! *** READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE ATTENDING! Note to first-timers, if you have never attended this hike before please sit this one out and join us on one of the times we do it on a weekend. Use this link for directions to the trailhead: https://maps.google.com/maps?q=41.445686,-73.979446&num=1&t=h&z=17 Make sure you have a copy of the map, a headlamp, a charged cellphone, and 1 liter of water, minimum.

https://parks.ny.gov/parks/attachments/HudsonHighlandsTrailMapNorth.pdf https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/5/9/a/600_465261914.jpeg We will spend some time socializing at a lookout point just before the junction of the Red trail before our descent. Please start earlier if you think you will take longer. Note that the park closes at sunset so our goal is to get back to our cars well before it becomes dark. That said, you MUST bring a headlamp just in case. Total distance is 3.1 miles approx. and we expect to finish in around 1.5-2 hours. The elevation gain is almost 1400' so be prepared to climb, especially in the steep beginning. Though a short hike, this is widely considered to be one of the most strenuous hikes in the lower Hudson valley, hence why it takes so long to complete. 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

Join us Sunday 4/6 for an 8 mile - 1200' elevation hike on the Appalachian Trail at Fahnestock state park. It's an out and back Northbound from the lot with a few amazing views. I would rate this as moderately challenging but not super hard. Meet at the Appalachian Trail hiker parking lot off route 301

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.

** This not a beginner hike **
We will meet in front of the Inn and start hiking exactly at 7:00am - please arrive a few minutes earlier with bathroom done and ready to roll. The plan is that we will hike the 4.5 mile route via Major Welsh and AT to the Moon Rock (we will NOT see Perkins Memorial Tower) and return to the Inn via the stairs.

** We will take alternative trails if Major Welsh happens to be closed.

** The optional 2 extra miles and/or the post hike coffee at the inn will be decided by the group.

Park in the main parking lot #1, right in front of the Bear Mountain Inn. GPS coordinates are 41.31270, -73.98924 for parking and the meeting spot.

To view and follow the route on AllTrails:
Bear Mountain via Major Welch and Appalachian Trail Loop on AllTrails:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/bear-mountain-via-major-welch-and-appalachian-trail-loop?p=-1&sh=cb94f3

To download a GPX file of the route:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1894982

TO BRING:

1. the Bear Mountain (or Harriman #119) map
2. headlamp
3. water and snacks
4. moisture wicking layers
5. Microspikes (in winter conditions)
6. Warm/wind shielding jacket

Distance: 4~6 miles
Elevation Gain: 1200' ~ ?
Hike time: ~ 2 hours

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.

We will meet 8:00 at Notch Lake parking, then shuttle to the start at Prediger road trailhead.
Day 1 hike plan: 7.3 miles climb Indian Head, Twin and Sugarloaf, (~3K' climbing) descend into Mink Hollow campsite, you can tent or sleep in lean-to if available (this will be a very tough 7.3 miles with a heavy backpack).
Here we will set up camp, cook and hangout.

Day 2 hike plan: next morning we will cook a nice breakfast, relax, then pack everything into our backpacks and head up the steep trail to the Plateau summit, then descend Plateau to Notch Lake, this hike will be a real knee knocker! approx. 5+ miles ~1K climbing.

Once at Notch Lake we will go into Tannersville for a proper lunch.
Everyone will be on a waitlist to start. You will need backpack gear and experience. This is an advanced backpack hike, shorter milage but lots of elevation gain and loss.

***If you are prone to whining and crying this hike is not for you!!***

Catskill group size limits to 10 over night campers/hikers

Everyone starts on the waitlist and will be moved to going.
only reliable self-sufficient hikers will be moved

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.