All the Different Mountain Ranges within Keene Valley NY
If you are unfamiliar with the Adirondack Mountains, you may not know, that within in Keene Valley, New York, there are many different mountain ranges. Some of the famous mountain ranges located in or near Keene Valley NY are, the…
How to Hike the Santanoni Range in the Adirondacks, NY
The Santanoni Range is one of the most remote hikes within the whole Adirondacks and the 46er Challenge. Located in Newcomb, New York, in the Adirondack Mountains, this hike is something else, really, this climb will take you up bridges,…
A Complete Guide to Hiking in the Catskill Mountains
The Catskill Mountains make up about 700,000 acres of land, in the southeast region of New York, between New York City and Albany. It is a mix of public and private land, with a total of 98 peaks to hike.…
How to Train for Hiking
(Specifically for the 46er Challenge) When you first think of hiking, you probably think of a low-key, low-impact, leisurely activity, but when you seriously get into it, and start your first uphill battle, you quickly realize, it’s no joke. After…
How Nature Heals
The sun, reminds us, that life continues to breath, continues to grow, continues, to be. The sun is our source of life, so being able to see that, just reassures me, that I’m on the right path. And every time…
Indian Head & Rainbow Falls
These are two sensational sights to see for all hikers! This is more geared towards intermediate hikers. I would say, beginners might find this a little to long, while advanced hikers, might find this not long and strenuous enough. Round…
How to Hike the Infamous Haystack Mountain, Basin, and Saddleback Loop in the Adirondacks
New York’s Third Highest Peak Haystack Mountain is QUITE the peak to climb! I ONLY recommend hiking this trail (plus Basin & Saddleback) if you are an EXPERIENCED hiker, and in GOOD shape. This trail is NOT for the faint…
How to Hike New York’s 2nd Highest Mountain, Algonquin Peak, Plus Wright, and Iroquois
So much to say about these peaks! So, let’s get started! Also, all three of these peaks are apart of the 46er High Peak Challenge (you can find more information about this challenge, here). Also, in this article, you will…
How to Hike Blake Peak and Mount Colvin in the Adirondack Mountains
Blake Peak is located in Keene, NY, about 20 minutes from Lake Placid, NY. And about 2 hours from Albany, and 4-6 hours north of NYC. Most often people pair Blake peak with Mount Colvin, and sometimes with Dial and…
Hiking in the Rain
Okay, hiking in the rain, is not ideal to most, most of us (myself included), love the sunshine peeking through the trees, and mostly importantly, a SUNNY summit! However, the mountains follow their own rules when it comes to weather.…
