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Weekend Long Path Camping & Hiking

Fri, Oct 16, 7:00 PM
From Sundance Outdoor Adventure Society
4.8
2 attendees
CONCRETE TO TRAILS: Hogencamp Mountain

CONCRETE TO TRAILS: Hogencamp Mountain

Sat, Oct 31, 12:00 PM
From Appalachian Mountain Club - Young Members
4.8

[Please Register Here](https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001IXUn/act00023715) **Start Location** George Washington Bridge Bus Station, New York, NY, US (40.848956, -73.938864) **\*Meeting Info**: Please arrive **by 7:45 AM.** We will depart at 8:00 AM We will meet in front of the entrance on Fort Washington Avenue at the George Washington Bridge Bus Station. Hike leader Mari Ishihara mishihara@outdoors.org **End Location** Same as start location **Trade sidewalks for dirt paths—no car needed!** **Concrete to Trails** bus trips make it easy to hike, explore, and meet fellow outdoor lovers just beyond the city. Join us for a hike to **Hogencamp Mountain in Harriman State Park!** **5\.3miles hike \| 720 ft elevation gain \| Moderately challenging** Hogencamp Mountain, at 1,353 feet, is a scenic and historically fascinating area of Harriman State Park. The hike features broad areas of exposed bedrock, large glacial boulders, and beautiful views from the rocky summit. This is a moderately **challenging hike with rocky and uneven terrain including some steeper sections.** **\*Important**: There are **no public restrooms** at the trailhead or along the route. Please plan accordingly. We follow Leave no trace “Pack In, Pack Out “ principles, and participants are encouraged to bring a small Ziplock bag for carrying out used toilet paper, if needed. Come explore the trails of Harriman State Park and enjoy a great day outdoors with AMC! **Trip info:** * Activity rating: Moderate * Distance: 5.3 miles * Vertical gain: 720 feet * Terrain: Uneven, rocky, dirt, hilly * **Bathrooms: No** * Breaks: Reasonably spaced & mid-way **What to Bring:** * Sturdy hiking footwear * Weather appropriate clothing * 2+ liters of water * Lunch and/or snacks * Sun & Bug protection * Trekking Pole (optional) **Registration Details:** * Registration on the AMC website (activites.outdoors.org) is required for each participant. * [Become an Appalachian Mountain Club Member](https://www.outdoors.org/get-involved/become-a-member/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SRCH-BD-Membership&utm_content=646623979096&utm_term=amc%20membership&campaign=701Ht0000021JlHIAU&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19637476529&gbraid=0AAAAADsKo9dnAqa1VJqH3LyYNhdACYyP0&gclid=CjwKCAjw1tLOBhAMEiwAiPkRHjOmW2vC430Svt3FwgGO8z7PBAbPlNSkkAgZ0OM4Md0NcputTWw5qhoC6uQQAvD_BwE&_gl=1*1xcg48k*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzU1NzAzNTMuQ2p3S0NBancxdExPQmhBTUVpd0FpUGtSSGpPbVcydkM0MzBTdnQzRndnR084ejdQQkFiUGxOU2trQWdaME9NNE1kME5jcHV0VFd3NXFob0M2dVFRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTU1MjExMjMwLjE3NzIyMDE1Mjg.*_ga*MTkxMjY5NzIyMS4xNzQ0ODIyNzcx*_ga_NDC0EQDH7W*czE3NzU1NjUwNTkkbzIzNSRnMSR0MTc3NTU3MDM1MyRqNjAkbDAkaDA.) **Cost:** * $10 Appalachian Mountain Club members / $40 non-members **Refund Policy:** * For this trip, a refund is possible if you cancel online **one week before the trip** and your space can be filled. AMC Health Advisory: Covid and other respiratory illnesses are circulating in our communities. Do not participate in this activity if you, or someone who you have recently been in contact with, is either infected or symptomatic. *[Join the Appalachian Mountain Club](https://www.outdoors.org/get-involved/become-a-member/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=SRCH-BD-Membership&utm_content=646623979096&utm_term=amc%20membership&campaign=701Ht0000021JlHIAU&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19637476529&gbraid=0AAAAADsKo9dnAqa1VJqH3LyYNhdACYyP0&gclid=CjwKCAjw1tLOBhAMEiwAiPkRHjOmW2vC430Svt3FwgGO8z7PBAbPlNSkkAgZ0OM4Md0NcputTWw5qhoC6uQQAvD_BwE&_gl=1*1xcg48k*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NzU1NzAzNTMuQ2p3S0NBancxdExPQmhBTUVpd0FpUGtSSGpPbVcydkM0MzBTdnQzRndnR084ejdQQkFiUGxOU2trQWdaME9NNE1kME5jcHV0VFd3NXFob0M2dVFRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTU1MjExMjMwLjE3NzIyMDE1Mjg.*_ga*MTkxMjY5NzIyMS4xNzQ0ODIyNzcx*_ga_NDC0EQDH7W*czE3NzU1NjUwNTkkbzIzNSRnMSR0MTc3NTU3MDM1MyRqNjAkbDAkaDA.)* *to get your discount today! Your membership supports hundreds of free or low-cost outdoor experiences, thousands of miles of trails, hundreds of thousands of acres of protected wilderness, outdoor leadership education, access to nature for everyone, and your local volunteer leaders.* **DIFFICULTY RATING** 4 - Moderate DIFFICULTY RATING DEFINITION Fitness level and/or past experience to sustain the activity at a moderate pace is required. Expect to be active up to 4-6 hours per day. Reasonable breaks in the action. OFFERED BY AMC Staff Activities STATUS Pending Review TRIP LEADERS Mari Ishihara COSTS 10.00 USD - Member 40.00 USD - Non Member

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Fall Foliage day Hike & Seven Lakes Drive

Fall Foliage day Hike & Seven Lakes Drive

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00 PM
From The Active Culture (NY to Anywhere)
4.9

If you haven't yet, join our growing event community. All the trips will be posted there as well [https://chat.whatsapp.com/E7N48SpiIUR11tIpZ5WtBx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/E7N48SpiIUR11tIpZ5WtBx) Join us for a scenic fall day trip through Harriman State Park, one of the best places near NYC to enjoy the autumn colors. We'll start with a leisurely drive along Seven Lakes Drive, a beautiful winding road surrounded by forests, lakes, and rolling hills. Along the way, we'll make a few stops to take in the fall foliage, enjoy the scenery, and snap some photos. After the drive, we'll head to Anthony's Nose for a hike to one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the Hudson Valley. The trail climbs through the woods before opening up to breathtaking views of the Hudson River, Bear Mountain Bridge, and the surrounding mountains covered in fall colors. The hike is about 2 miles round trip, with a fairly steep climb in sections, but the views at the top make it well worth the effort. After the hike, we'll find a place to grab a bite, relax, and enjoy some good company before heading back to NYC. We will meet in the city and travel together (transportation provided) The cost of the trip is $58 Please note; this hike is considerate of moderate difficulty. It will have some rock scrambling in the beginning. If you have never hiked before or prefer very easy hikes, please don't join.

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Biking Fall Colors Jim Thorpe/Lehigh River - ByoB or Rent, 20-30miles

Sat, Oct 24, 12:30 PM
From DESI OUTDOORS: Nature.Adventure.Experience.Community
4.9
8 attendees
Place Holder - Harriman Foliage Hike [~10 miles] [Car Pooling]

Place Holder - Harriman Foliage Hike [~10 miles] [Car Pooling]

Sun, Oct 25, 1:30 PM
From NYC Hiking And Nature Meetup
4.8

Place holder for a fall foliage hike in Harriman. Likely West Mountain or central Harriman. Details will be confirmed about a week out and RSVPs will be opened. Contact [Andre](http://www.meetup.com/New-York-City-Hiking/members/1650420) with any questions about this meetup. **Event guidelines:** * **This is a social event for hikers, not a guided hike**. We plan to stay together as a group, but everyone needs to be a self-sufficient hiker with adequate skills, equipment, and contingency plans to hike alone with a map or offline-GPS app (and the knowledge to use them) just in case. * **If you are not comfortable hiking** **self-sufficiently** **or are not experienced enough to judge the skill and physical requirements in the route description**, check out the [Appalachian Mountain Club’s](https://www.outdoors.org/) hikes or one of the many professional guides operating in the area. * **This is generally suitable for fit novice hikers:** Trails are well marked (for trails), and there are shorter trails back for those who cannot complete the entire loop. Although this is a relatively easy hike, it is still a hike, and participants should expect a day of sustained physical activity. \*\*\* **Route Info:** * **Track:** **TBD** * **Distance:** \~10 miles, depending on the route * **Elevation Gain: TBD** * **Pace:** Moving pace of slightly over 2 mph * **Navigation and Route Finding:** Blazed trails * **Terrain Type:** Hiking trails that may be rough and steep (Class 2) * **Commitment Level:** Shorter routes and bailout points are available * **Cell Phone Coverage:** Generally ok * **Water Sources:** Frequent but requires treatment \*\*\* **Logistics:** * **Meeting Location:** Meet at 9:30am, **TBD** * **Public Transit**: None. However, it might be possible to arrange pick-ups from the Suffern Train Station. (Train runs from Penn Station to Suffern, arriving 8:36 AM.) * **Car Pooling:** Please use the comment section to organize carpooling, especially if you are driving from the city. Passengers should chip in for gas and tolls (usually about $10-$15). *** \*\*\* **Standard day-hiking gear:** * Hiking footwear (boots or trail shoes), non-cotton clothing, sunscreen, bug spray, sunhat, sunglasses. (Treat clothing with [Permethrin insecticide](https://amzn.to/3XNcflS) for protection against ticks - they are active until there is snow on the ground). * Dress in layers: Rain/wind shell, medium insulating layer, base layer. Plus one extra warm layer just in case. Hat, gloves, and face warmer as needed. * 2 liters/ 2 quarts of water minimum, 3 liters are suggested for a hot day. * Lunch, Snacks, and electrolytes for hot days, hot drinks for cold days. * **GPS app with offline maps** & battery pack: **Avenza Maps App** is free and there is a [free Harriman map in the in-app store](https://store.avenza.com/products/harriman-state-park-trail-map-new-york-state-parks-map?queryID=undefined&objectID=36438857941148). **CalTopo** ($20/yr) is an excellent general purpose GPS program. **Mapy** **App** has basic offline trail maps that are adequate. * **Map & Compass**: [NYNJTC Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails](https://amzn.to/422cHxd) or [National Geographic Harriman](https://amzn.to/3MOsk7d), both available locally at REI *** **General FAQ:** * No dogs allowed, sorry * No guests beyond the RSVP guest limit and no one under 18 allowed * Hikes are generally rescheduled for thunderstorms, heat index >95f, or AQI >80 ***

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Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping

Zion and Bryce Hiking and Glamping

Thu, Oct 22, 11:00 AM
From Explorer Chicks of NYC
4.4

Unreal hoodoos? Check. Slot canyons? Majestic overlooks? Check. All this and more (like heated tents with electricity) await you during our Women’s Hiking and Glamping in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon weekend adventure! **BRYCE CANYON HIKING AND BEGINNER-FRIENDLY CANYONEERING** Escape to prehistoric Utah where you’ll hike stupid-pretty trails in Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park. Wade through the Virgin River below 1,500′ canyon walls in the Narrows. Spend an entire day exploring Bryce Canyon National Park. Ghost the tourists as you wander deep into orange hoodoos. Explore areas of Zion so remote, they can only be reached by rappelling, scrambling, and down-climbing on a beginner-friendly canyoneering route. **ZION NATIONAL PARK’S SCOUT LOOKOUT** Beastmaster up the West Rim Trail to Scout Lookout and enjoy some of the best views in Zion National Park. You’ll hike through Refrigerator Canyon, and shimmy up all 21 of Walters Wiggles to Scout Lookout with panoramic views of Zion Canyon and Virgin River. Afterward, dry your pits as you descend the trail to an easier hike around the scenic streams of Upper and Lower Emerald Pools. **GLAMPING** Every night you’ll rest your head in Insta-worthy glamping tents bordering Zion National Park. Kick it by the campfire under a diamond sky with goddesses who aren’t afraid to get dirty. **See the website for full itinerary, details and to book.** [https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon](https://explorerchick.com/adventures/hiking-glamping-zion-bryce-canyon) **Say Hello 👋** 💻 Website: [https://explorerchick.com/](https://explorerchick.com/) 📧 Email: [[hello@explorerchick.com](mailto:hello@explorerchick.com)]([mailto:hello@explorerchick.com](http://mailto:hello@explorerchick.com/)) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/](https://www.instagram.com/explorerchickadventureco/) ❤️ Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/](https://www.facebook.com/ExplorerChickAdventureCo/) 👯‍♀️ Facebook Group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick](https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareexplorerchick) 🎥 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick](https://www.tiktok.com/@explorerchick)

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