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Hike: West Kill Mountain
September 14, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Hike Leader: George Hewitt
Difficulty: Difficult (6.8 miles RT with a 1,800’ elevation gain and rock scrambles)
Description: The hike will begin at the parking lot at the end of Spruceton Road in West Kill. We will hike on the Diamond Notch Trail to Diamond Notch Falls (pause there for pictures), then turn right onto the Devil’s Path Trail. The hike up Devil’s Path is a consistent climb with rocky sections to the top of West Kill Mountain. Just before summiting West Kill Mountain, we will stop at Buck’s Ridge, a beautiful overlook with views of the surrounding mountains. After summiting (there is no view at the top) we will return to Buck’s Ridge and stop for lunch. After the hike, for those interested, we will stop at the West Kill Brewery to quench our thirst. Bring a pack lunch and/or snacks and plenty of water. Sturdy hiking shoes a must and poles are recommended. Hike cancels with rain. Group size limited to 15 people.
Meeting Time: 9 AM
Difficulty: Difficult (6.8 miles RT with a 1,800’ elevation gain and rock scrambles). Average time to hike 4.5 hours round trip.
Directions: Take Rt. 42 (north from Shandaken off Rt. 28 or south from Lexington off Rt. 23A). In Spruceton turn onto Spruceton Rd. Continue about 7.4 miles. Pass the Spruceton Inn on the right, West Kill Brewing on the left and the large Rusk Mountain Trailhead parking lot on the left. Park at the next parking lot on the right.
DONT FORGET TO REGISTER. Email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657.
This is conjunction with Hudson River Valley Ramble.