We are doing the full Devil’s Path… with a twist. This hike is most-commonly done east to west. Today, we are mixing it up and hiking from the opposite direction.
Looking for the ultimate challenge? Hike the entire Devil’s Path in just one day. Known as one of the most challenging hiking trails in the Northeast, the Devil’s Path has steep, rugged ascents and equally difficult descents, slowing down the pace of even the most experienced hikers. Doing the entire hike in two days is considered challenging. Doing it in just 13.5 hours will put your skills and endurance to the ultimate test. But don’t worry, your Adventure Untamed Team will be there with resupply, and there will be bail-out points. AU guides will be on trail to help you succeed!
Want to do the full Devil’s Path east to west? Check out our August 7th adventure!
On this trip we will summit Indian Head, Twin, Sugarloaf, Plateau, and West Kill mountains. These are required peaks for Catskill 3500 Club Membership
What’s Included:
NY State Licensed and Wilderness First Responder Certified guides
Come along on an adventure into the heart of Sterling Forest! As we make our way to the summit of Sterling Mountain, we’ll traverse the Doris Duke Wildlife Sanctuary. This no-hunting zone is home to many native and migratory species, including rare invertebrates, birds, and plants!
We’ll spend a relaxing day in the woods, see beaver dams and unique rock formations, and hike to a forest lake. On a clear day, we might even be able to see a gorgeous view of Manhattan!
Join us on a trail called a ‘gem’ by the Poughkeepsie Journal.
Today, we’ll be taking the road less traveled as we explore a section of Minnewaska State Park. The Mossy Glen Trail runs through white pine, rhododendron, mountain laurel, and hemlock. Almost the entire length of the trail winds along the bubbling Peters Kill. This hike will take you over carriage roads, hiking trails, bridges over creeks, and great slabs of rock. We’ll end our day with a stop at a local farm where you’ll be able to pick up some fresh strawberries, or any other produce or baked goods that are calling your name!
Looking to challenge yourself? The Escarpment Trail forms a link in the 340-mile, New-York-to-Albany Long Path. Hiking the full Escarpment is a challenging weekend adventure, but today you will take it on in just one day. This trail crosses seven summits over 3,000’ elevation on some of the most rugged and demanding terrain in the entire Catskills. We’ll hike through hardwood forests, cross swift-flowing creeks, and scramble up and down steep rock faces. These are the fabled mountains where Rip Van Winkle slept, and the trail has some of the most beautiful views in all of Catskill Mountains.
Windham High Peak and Blackhead are required peaks for Catskill 3500 Club Membership and #33 and #5 Catskill High Peaks (elevation 3,525’ and 3,941’).
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Spend the day on the water! For this adventure, we’ll paddle to West Point, the oldest of the five American service academies. Built in the Military Gothic style, it was designed to harmonize with the landscape around it. We’ll get the unique chance to see the castle-like campus from the water as we paddle on the Hudson. We’ll also keep an eye out for wildlife, especially local birds that call the area home. Join us on this exciting water adventure!
No prior experience necessary, but if you have never paddled expect the trip to feel like an INTERMEDIATE-level trip.
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Fancy a dip in one of the Shawangunks’ glacial “sky lakes” over the holiday weekend? Come with us!
We’ll spend the day on carriage roads of the beautiful Minnewaska State Park. We’ll stop to take a dip in Lake Awosting (there are changing rooms right by the lake!), then continue to hike around the entire lake, taking in all its natural beauty. We’ll even take a little detour to check out the park’s beautiful Rainbow Falls!
Even though this trip has longer mileage, the carriage roads are gentler than traditional hiking trails. This is a perfect day for an intermediate-level hiker or advanced hikers looking for a relaxing day out!
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Take your best friend on an outdoor adventure! Escape the City to explore lakes and ponds while navigating the woods together. Your pup will get a chance to frolic in nature while you are enjoying a day of hiking. After an afternoon of excitement, your pup will be tuckered out and happy to have spent the day in the wild.
This trip is perfect for medium and large dogs or active small dogs. Your dog must get along well with other dogs and people.
Please email us with your choice of pick-up location.
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Note: Must have prior tall-peak hiking experience in the Catskill Mountains or Adirondack Mountains before joining a bushwhack. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to info@adventureuntamed.com.
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Mount Tammany is named for Lenni Lenape chief Tamanend. Tamanend was a symbol of peace and became known as the “Patron Saint of America.”
Mt. Tammany is a short hike, but it packs a punch with over 1,000 feet of elevation gain and a scramble that will require the use of hands. It also offers arguably the best views of the Delaware Water Gap. After our adventure, we’ll enjoy an afternoon at an old-fashioned ice cream parlor. Designed in the style of the1930’s and 1940’s, this unique place serves sodas, sundaes, and shakes made the old-fashioned way. Join us on a sweet adventure!
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
July is prime blueberry season in Minnewaska State Park! What better time to hike the Berrypicker Trail? This area of the Shawangunks used to hold seasonal shacks where berry pickers lived to be closer to their wild crop. Today, we’ll explore one of the less-traveled sections of the park as we follow in their footsteps. We’ll get our blood pumping, see beautiful views, and pick some sweet treats right off the bushes. Be a berry picker for a day!
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Our trip starts a private guided tour of Fort Montgomery State Historic Site, which was the scene of a fierce Revolutionary War battle for control of the Hudson River. You’ll learn about this important military post while walking among the remnants of the fort’s original stone barracks, gunpowder magazine, earthworks, and fortification walls. Next, you’ll hike through the rugged Popolopen Gorge on the very same trails that both American and British soldiers traversed during the Revolutionary War. You’ll enjoy sweeping views of the Hudson Valley from Torne Mountain, hear more fascinating history from your guide, and end the day with a well-earned stop for ice cream!
NOTE: This trip is rated ACTIVE but has one section with a steeper scramble that requires the use of hands. The scramble section is in the ACTIVE+/INTERMEDIATE category.
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Today’s adventure starts on the Devil’s Path, one of the most challenging trails in the Northeast. On our way to the top of Hunter, we’ll detour off the marked trail and bushwhack over to Southwest Hunter. This mountain was originally known as Leavitt’s Peak and was the last one to officially ‘join’ the Catskill 3500 Club. Will you be the first to locate its summit canister? We’ll then continue on to Hunter’s summit where we’ll visit the highest-elevation fire tower in New York State.
Hunter and Southwest Hunter are required peaks for Catskill 3500 Club Membership and #2 and #15 Catskill High Peaks (elevation 4,032’ and 3,755’).
While COVID-19 remains a concern, we are limiting our van capacity to a 10-person maximum, including guides, and leaving the middle seat empty in each row. The trips have a $20 fee to accommodate the changes we need to make for the COVID protocol. The fees will only be in effect while we limit capacity on trips. Learn more about what we are doing to keep everyone safe.
Explore the Taconic Mountains! Taconic is a Native American name derived from Taghkanic or Taughannock, meaning “in the trees.” Luckily for us, we will leave the wooded trails behind as we hike up Alander Mountain. We’ll stop for luch at the grassy, open summit covered with scrub oak and shrubs. Instead of a single viewpoing, we’ll have open vistas all around us. On a clear day, we’ll be able to see the southern Taconic mountains and all the way to the Catskills!
Here at Adventure Untamed we want to help guide you in your exploration of wild places. On every adventure, we’ll challenge you to stay curious, explore, learn, and question your limits. Whether it’s an afternoon walk through the forest, gaining a deeper understanding of the plants and animals with whom we share the planet, or a marathon-distance hike through some of the most rugged terrain in the world, we’ll be there every step of the way as you discover the magic that lies just on the other side of taking the first step into the unknown.
