Here’s what you need
Bring
Essential Gear
- Lunch
- Ample snacks
- At least three liters of water
- Backpack. Need a recommendation? Check out Deuter!
- Weather-appropriate clothing. For a great selection and discounts, visit our partners
- Sunscreen
Recommended Gear
- Hiking poles
- Gaiters
Wear
Essential Clothing
- Comfortable athletic clothing
- Hiking boots with non-cotton socks (required)
- Hat
- Jacket
- Dress in layers to adapt to changing temperatures
What's Included
Included
- Expert guides
- Transportation
- Park permits
Not Included
- Meals
- Gratuity for your guide
Drive to Meet
Have your own transportation? Select the "drive to meet" option at check out. You'll meet your guide at the Plattekill Travel Plaza at 8:30 AM. From there, you will follow the van about an hour to the trailhead.
Weather
Weather conditions can be quite different from the city in the mountainous regions we visit. Temperatures can be quite cooler as we head north or to higher elevations. Keep your eyes out for an email from our team a few days in advance of your trip. That email will provide updated weather conditions and will alert you to anything additional you should put in your pack to prepare. We head outside in any weather, as long as we know it's safe, and we don't let a little rain or wind ruin a chance for an adventure. You can contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions about preparing for trail conditions.
Intensity
Level 6
Moderate - For fit and experienced hikers
Level 6 trips will push you with a faster pace and longer distances. This hard work allows you to see more terrain and higher vistas. You should expect to be tired and fulfilled on the van ride home.
Activity
We’ll be active for five to eight hours. Prepare for this trip by maintaining your daily fitness regime that includes both cardio and strength.
Distances
Be ready to cover some serious distance. We may hike up to eleven miles today, nearly a half-marathon.
Surfaces
We’ll be hiking on varying mountainous terrain, which will involve navigating various rock faces, loose stones, and steep, uneven trails.
Elevation Change
Up to 2,000 feet per day.
Altitude
Up to 10,000 feet.
