The Delaware River as seen from Mount Tammany – Photo by Dan Chazin This rugged 3.5-mile loop climbs Mount Tammany via the Red Dot Trail, offering spectacular views of the Delaware Water Gap and Mount Minsi. The descent follows the Blue Dot, Dunnfield Creek, and Appalachian Trails, passing waterfalls and a rhododendron-lined gorge for a
Falling Waters and Grand Loop Trails – Schooleys Mountain County Park – Photo: Daniel Chazin This 3.5-mile loop in Schooley’s Mountain County Park explores the park’s wilder, less-developed western side, far from the picnic areas and lodge. Starting from the main lot, the route descends past Lake George and into the rocky gorge of Electric
View of ruins on Kennedy Dells County Park Loop – Photo: Daniel Chazin This 2.3-mile loop in a quiet corner of Westchester County explores the scenic ravines and historic infrastructure surrounding Crum Creek, blending wooded paths with parkland edges and suburban glimpses. Starting from the main parking area, the hike begins on the white-blazed Bridle
Hike: Short and Scenic Loop Hike on Bullwheel, High Peters Kill, and Red Trails
Trail: High Peters Kill Trail
Cascade on the Peters Kill – Photo by Daniel Chazin This scenic 2.1-mile loop in Minnewaska State Park Preserve offers a compact but memorable tour of the Shawangunks, combining forested carriage roads, dramatic cliffs, cascading streams, and historical relics from a bygone ski era. Starting on the Red Loop Trail, the route quickly joins the
Van Cortlandt House Museum – Photo by Daniel Chazin This 3.5-mile urban loop through Van Cortlandt Park blends natural tranquility with rich historical landmarks and hidden greenways in the heart of the Bronx. Beginning at the 242nd Street subway station, the route passes the historic Van Cortlandt House Museum (built in 1748), then winds through
Duck Pond – Photo by Daniel Chazin This gentle 3.5-mile loop explores the rare sinkhole pond landscape of northwest New Jersey. Beginning on the yellow-blazed Bear Claw Trail, you’ll pass through second-growth forest and remnants of old farmland before crossing to the Limestone Trail, which skirts the shore of Duck Pond. The route connects to
Wetland along the Doris Duke Trail – Photo by Daniel Chazin This moderate 4-mile loop hike explores the scenic and tranquil Doris Duke Wildlife Sanctuary in Sterling Forest, where hunting is prohibited. Following the yellow-on-white Doris Duke Trail, the route winds through forests, skirts marshes with views of beaver lodges, and climbs to a rocky
View of the New York City skyline from Cactus Ledge – Photo by Daniel Chazin This 3.8-mile loop in Ramapo Valley County Reservation offers a well-rounded experience of scenic overlooks, rocky ascents, quiet forests, and tranquil water features—all within one of Bergen County’s most popular parklands. Blazed in 2016 by Trail Conference volunteers, the Vista
Cranberry Lake Preserve – Photo: Jane Daniels The Cranberry Lake Preserve loop is a peaceful 3.5-mile loop that explores the varied terrain of Cranberry Lake Preserve, a 190-acre natural area tucked amid the suburban bustle of Westchester County. Despite its modest size, the preserve offers a rich and diverse hiking experience, from tranquil lakeside paths
