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3-Night Backpack/Sled-Back into the Hunter/West Kill Wilderness, Catskills

Date and Time

Friday, January 17, 2025 10:00AM - Monday, January 20, 2025

Location

near West Kill, NY,
New York, Catskills,
NY United States

Registration

Registration is required for this activity.

Overview

This area is a rugged, high elevation East-West ridge of more than 19,250 acres. Rusk, SW Hunter, West Kill & Hunter are Catskill High Peaks. Hunter has the unique distinction of having the highest elevation fire tower of any mountain in NYS. A climb to the top gets you the very best view in NYS. Our basecamp will be near beautiful Diamond Notch Falls, a 24 ft. drop into a circular rock formation. It's only 1.2 miles to this tent site with a lean-to. .There are several possible day hikes, depending on trail conditions, weather and desire of the group. Day hikes will take the better part of each day. The leader has a sled to loan to whoever may want to try sled-packing. He also has some gear to loan. Check the Winter Gear List using the link below. If you have not done a Winter overnight with the leader, he may want to speak with you. There is no public transportation to the meeting place. However, you might be able to get a bus to Kingston, NY, or catch a ride with another participant. If you ride share, you will be expected to help with the cost.

AMC Trip Policy

Cost

Free

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Backpacking Gear Lists

Driving Directions

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The location indicated in this posting is not the meeting place. Driving directions will be sent to confirmed participants.

Hunter Mtn. summit in a warmer month

Activity

Backpacking

Offered By

N.Y. - North Jersey

Status

Open

Difficulty

Strenuous

Audience

Adults (18+)


Leader




(best time to call: NCA 9 PM)

I've been leading various types of outings for over 25 years. I prefer overnights and offer them once a month throughout the year.