Hudson Valley Outside by PEAK Magazine

11/07/2021

UlsterCorps

07/26/2021

Jump on board in the morning and spend your Saturday walking trails in the woods at Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy preserves, exploring trees of the world at Pine Hollow Arboretum, or visiting Five Rivers for outdoor education opportunities. You can also take the bus to Thacher Park for a spectacula...

05/20/2020

04/23/2020

More trails closed in the Hudson Valley.

From New York State Parks Recreation & Historic Preservation: Multiple trails in Hudson Highlands State Park are temporarily closed, including all trails leading to Breakneck Ridge and Mt. Ta**us. Due to the physical topography of the Hudson Highlands and the narrow roads that line the approaches to...

04/23/2020

Rock, Water and Sky.

04/18/2020

And this-

More people than ever are using the parks and trail systems across the nation, with overcrowding even forcing some parks to close. Aside from following social distancing practices and staying at least six feet away from other hikers, standard trail etiquette is more important than ever now so that w...

04/18/2020

It's muddy out there, especially after this morning's snow. Here are some suggestions about trail etiquette.

What to do about muddy trails.

04/06/2020

Hiker Alert! Kaaterskill Falls is closed.

DEC statement below:

03/31/2020

From NY State Parks & Historic Sites
If you need a nature break and plan to visit State Parks, State Lands, and other parks we ask that all visitors:
Stay local and keep visits short;
Visit in small groups limited to immediate household members;
Maintain distance from others while in places where people tend to congregate, such as parking lots, trailheads, and scenic overlooks;
Avoid games and activities that require close contact, such as basketball, football, or soccer;
Avoid playground equipment like slides and swings and other frequently touched surfaces;
Do not share equipment, such as bicycles, helmets, balls, or Frisbees;
If you arrive at a park and crowds are forming, choose a different park, a different trail, or return another time/day to visit; and
If parking lots are full, please do not park along roadsides or other undesignated areas. To protect your safety and that of others, please choose a different area to visit, or return another time or day when parking is available.
As this situation continues to develop, we will take any necessary actions to protect visitor and staff health. We appreciate your support and patience as we navigate this public health crisis together. Thank you.