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Hike details TBD | ~10 miles

Hike details TBD | ~10 miles

Sat, Aug 1, 12:00 PM
From NYC Hiking And Nature Meetup
4.8

Hi Hikers, Details TBD. I want to wait for a reasonable smoke-and-thunderstorm-free forecast before confirming this event, which will likely be about a week in advance. Likely 8-10 miles, pace of 2 mph. Message Andre with any questions about this event. Please take the [group's 2026 member survey](https://tally.so/r/2EeqKb). (Especially if you didn't hike with us last year.) \*\*\* **What to Expect on a Hike:** * **We plan to stay together as a group, but this is a social event for hikers and not a guided hike.** Everyone needs to be a self-sufficient hiker with adequate skills and equipment. * **If you are not comfortable hiking** **self-sufficiently** **or are not experienced enough to judge the skill and physical requirements in the route description**, check out the [Appalachian Mountain Club’s](https://www.outdoors.org/) hikes or one of the many professional guides operating in the area. \*\*\* **Typical day-hiking gear list:** * Hiking footwear (boots or trail shoes), non-cotton clothing, sunscreen, bug spray, sunhat, sunglasses. ([Permethrin insecticide](https://amzn.to/3XNcflS) treatment against ticks is great.) * Rain gear and an extra warm layer. * Lunch and snacks. 2 liters/ 2 quarts of water minimum, 3 liters for a hot day. Electrolytes on hot days. * **GPS app with offline maps:** **Avenza Maps App** is free, and there is a [free Harriman map in the in-app store](https://store.avenza.com/products/harriman-state-park-trail-map-new-york-state-parks-map?srsltid=AfmBOop2tjhY_l6EzM9c8nYhD5JYycTpDF62ocPcbf1-nidghL5aYL-9). **[Mapy App](http://mapy.com/)** has basic offline trail maps that are adequate. CalTopo ($20/yr) is an excellent GPS program. AllTrails and GaiaGPS are great but pricey. * Map & Compass: NYNJTC Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails or National Geographic Harriman, both available locally at REI.

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Hike Mohonk Preserve

Hike Mohonk Preserve

Sat, Aug 8, 11:00 AM
From Fellowship of Slothians and Tortoises on Adventures

**As the summer of '26 roll along,** let's get outdoors and take a hike at [Mohonk Preserve](https://www.mohonkpreserve.org/who-we-are/) reachable on Trailways bus out of the Port Authority Bus Terminal going to New Paltz. **AGENDA:** We'll hike the Testamonial Gateway Trail, connecting to Duck Pond trail, then River-to-Ridge trail that will take us back to New Paltz. **GETTING THERE:** We're taking the **Trailway bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal.** The 7AM bus arrives in New Paltz by 8:35AM. One-way ticket is $25.00 (depends on how early you buy the ticket). Ticket can be purchased in advance at this link: **[https://trailways.com/](https://trailways.com/)** From the Trailways bus station in New Paltz, we'll then pick up the FREE Ulster County **[Nature Bus](https://ucat.ulstercountyny.gov/routes/nature-bus/)** at 8:45am that will drop us off at the Mohonk Testimonial Gateway at 8:55am. **Drivers**: you can meet us at the Testimonial Gateway parking lot at 9am. Do your own research on directions and parking situation. **PACE**: Hiking pace will be **LEISURELY AND NO ONE WILL BE LEFT BEHIND**. During hike we'll have lunch, water and snack breaks as needed; as well as taking time to savor the sights and sounds of nature, take photos, hug some trees, and most importantly, socialize with your fellow hikers. **NO FAST HIKERS!** **TOTAL MILEAGE**: up to about 7 to 8 MILES **DURATION**: We will be out for the entire day. But you can leave on your own at any time. We won't judge. Much. **THE IMPORTANT STUFF:** * Dress in non-cotton layers. * Wear appropriate shoes suitable for hiking * Bring sunscreen, bug spray, head cover, whatever else you need * Bring at least 3 liters of liquid to stay hydrated. * Bring lunch and snacks for yourself. * hiking poles if you need them * Carry your stuff in a backpack. * Sense of adventure and a positive attitude are a must. A smile also goes a long way. Please leave the drama and crankiness at home. **AFTER HIKE,** we'll allot some time to explore New Paltz and grab some local bites and drinks before heading home. **RETURN BUS:** There is a 6PM bus as well as 8PM bus back to NYC. It's SUMMER with longer daylight hours. So stick around a bit after hike to explore New Paltz on foot. **WEATHER**: Rain, extreme heat and humidity cancels! ***LIABILITY WAIVER: come prepared. Participate at your own risks.*** ***Hold no one liable etc etc.***

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9 Mile 4 Island, 4 Bridges and a Cable Car Hike

9 Mile 4 Island, 4 Bridges and a Cable Car Hike

Sat, Aug 1, 6:15 PM
From The New York Afternoon Hiking Meetup
4.7

You will need a Metrocard to ride the cable car. There are no vaccine or masking requirements on this hike. We'll start in Manhattan, then cross the 59th St Bridge to Queens, then take the Roosevelt Island Bridge to Roosevelt Island, then the cable car back to Manhattan, then we'll walk 2 miles north along the East River to 103rd St, then take the Ward's Island Bridge to Randall's Island, then the Triborough/RFK Bridge to Astoria. After we reach Astoria, I'll direct those who want to go home to the Astoria Blvd subway station on the N line, then those interested in dinner can follow me to dinner at a Greek restaurant in Astoria that does separate checks. The walkway over the Triborough/RFK Bridge has no chain link fence guarding it, just a railing that's only 3 feet high, so if you're a tall person there is a very strong feeling of the height, much more so than on the George Washington Bridge. And if your hat blows off, you'll never see it again -- it's recommended that you tie your hat to a shoelace around your neck. If you fall over, it's probably not high enough to kill you, just high enough to break your back and paralyze you. If you're driving to this hike, it's recommended you park your car for free on the streets near 23rd Ave and 31st St in Queens, take the "N" train from the Ditmars Blvd stop to Lexington Ave and then walk to the start point. The amount of time this hike takes has varied a lot by year. In 2015 we finished it in 3 hours, in 2018 the same route took 5.5 hours. The mistake in 2018 was that we had a "sweep", so people knew they wouldn't get left behind no matter how slowly they walked, and they totally ***abused*** it, dawdling really, really slowly, taking ***forever*** to catch up. The hike took ***an hour*** longer than planned. We won't make that mistake again. The plan is to be in the restaurant by 7:00pm, long before the sun sets at 8:10pm. We'll be stopping for half an hour by a supermarket on Roosevelt Island for a lunch / bathroom break. There's a deli in the supermarket, so you won't need to pack a lunch unless you want to. Attendance on this hike is free, and all participants attend at their own risk. By attending, you agree to the terms of the release waiver, which you can read at **[http://bluejacket7.com/legal/WalkingWaiver.doc](http://bluejacket7.com/legal/WalkingWaiver.doc)** In it, you basically give up any right whatsoever to sue, to the fullest extent possible by law.

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 Saturday July 25th Forest Park Hike.

Saturday July 25th Forest Park Hike.

Sat, Jul 25, 2:30 PM
From Kew Gardens Hiking (Home of the Happy Hikers)
4.8

FROM WALLENBERG SQUARE !!! Werner and Jerry will lead this hike \*\*\* CHECK HERE BEFORE GOING \*\*\* RAIN Will CANCEL HIKE.\*\*\* Meet time is 10:30AM, hike start is 10:45AM. Duration is about 2 hours + or - a few minutes. We will hike along several of the many trails in the woods. Wear heavy shoes or boots as the trails are rocky and have many tree roots. Distance is a about 4 miles plus or minus a bit. RAIN WILL CANCEL EVENT!!!!! Attendance is at your own risk, and by joining, you agree to hold us not responsible for any accidents, injuries, losses or unforeseen problems that may arise. This includes contamination by any germs, viruses, or any other illnesses. If the grouping, numbers of attendees and distances get too close, we will break into two separate groups. This should satisfy any limitations on numbers of hikers and distancing. The hike is free ,but we would like to ask for a voluntary donation of whatever you want, or one $ 1 or $2 to help cover the fee Meetup charges us to use their website.

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NYC Central Park - Full Park Summer Hike, Scenic

Sun, Jul 26, 12:00 PM
From DESI OUTDOORS: Nature.Adventure.Experience.Community
4.9
21 attendees

Sunset/Full Buck Moon Hike Date changed to the 28th

Tue, Jul 28, 11:00 PM
From Staten Island Hiking Meetup
4.8
8 attendees
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To find hikes in New York, search for hiking groups in the area on Meetup. You can filter events by location to explore challenging trails shared by outdoor enthusiasts.

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