Overmountain Conservation Area

Overmountain Conservation Area

Ancram (Columbia County) Why we love it Want to experience the Taconic Mountains — along the Hudson Valley’s eastern boundary — without scaling them? Hike this Columbia Land Conservancy gem. Its ridge-top trails afford super views of these peaks (especially...
Wonder Lake

Wonder Lake State Park

Patterson (Putnam County) Why we love it The real “wonder” of this 1,100-acre park is that you’ll have it pretty much to yourself — though not far from Interstate 84, it remains a true hidden gem. A number of trails...
Ashokan Rail Trail

Ashokan Rail Trail

Ulster County Why we love it The Hudson Valley’s newest rail trail has history on its side: It traces the route of the old Ulster & Delaware Railroad along the Ashokan Reservoir. It features a packed gravel surface, generous width...
Huckleberry Point

Huckleberry Point

A hike to great Catskills views that doesn't require any dramatic ascents.