With 10 miles of trail separating the two points, there is a lot of solitude to be found, even while technically on the same mountain. Giant Ledge. At mile post 2.73 (elevation 3,456') you will encounter the DEC 3500' sign. ClosureGraham and Doubletop mountains are closed to hikers from Nov 8 to Dec 26. Challenging for beginners.. Dogs are also able to use this trail. Area Status: Open White Ledge Loop is a 4.4 mile loop trail to White Ledge (2,010 ft.); a 1,450 feet elevation gain. This trail is a mixture of single track and fire road. Sunset Apx: 4:25pm.Daylight hours are short. The trailhead for the hiking trail (Art Loeb Trail) is located at the Daniel Boone Scout Camp. Rattlesnake Ledge is a popular trail in the Rattlesnake Mountain Scenic Area, taking hikers from Rattlesnake Lake to fantastic viewpoints on the cliff faces far above. This mountain bike primary trail. In winter the road is closed off to vehicles so reaching the top requires a 1.7 mile hike. The best time to backpack the Piper Trail and Carter Ledge loop trail is during the summer and fall when the views are either lush, green mountains or that famous New England foliage.Try to go mid-week to avoid the crowds as Piper Trail’s popular out and back summit to Mount Chocorua is known for being busy in the high season (summer-fall). Great hike!!! The trail was very nicely tramped down after the 2 feet of snow from last Thursday by others with snowshoes (thank you all!) VERY busy. Hiking out to Panther from Route 47 is not the world’s toughest hike. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:30 . From here, I headed south. In no time, you’ll make your way to the long straight ridge of Giant Ledge. Leaving the roadside, the Art Loeb Trail switchbacks north to round a ridgeline at 1.1. miles at the first campsite. Back on the main Giant Ledge/Panther trail (blue blazes), I turned left and headed down what now felt like exceptionally lumpy trail-bed. White Ledge Loop is a 4.4 mile loop trail to White Ledge (2,010 ft.); a 1,450 feet elevation gain. Arrive as early as you can. Get the latest hike reports, trail mix, backcountry rescues, weather tips — and exclusive subscriber-only content! Rogers Ledge. This classic route to Giant Ledge is a short moderate hike with a huge pay-off: a series of ledge views which are spectacular in all seasons. If you do this hike, let me know how it goes for you in the comments below…. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and snowshoeing and is best used from April until October. On weekends, plan to arrive as early as you can — and have a Plan B for your day in case the lot is full when you arrive. Beware the chipmunks. The trailhead is uphill across the road, right in the crook of the hairpin turn. Summit (upper) parking – 90 cars – (Jomeokee Trail, overlooks, Ledge Springs Trail) Use the following lots to skip the crowds, take a longer hike, or visit the Yadkin River Pinnacle Hotel Road – 50 cars 134 Culler Road, Pinnacle NC – (Access to the Mountain Trail and Corridor Trail, and Grassy Ridge Trail) Mountain/Rock Lat/Lon: 38.85512°N / 111.86156°W: County: Sevier: Activities: Trad Climbing, Sport Climbing, Toprope: Season: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter: Elevation: 6600 ft / 2012 m : Sign the Climber's Log! The Art Loeb hiking trail to the Cold Mountain summit goes to the left from the parking area just after the Scout camp's last building. Winter GearYou can survive and thrive on the hills this winter. Huashan in China features a death-defying cliff-side mountain climb that brings daring visitors to a tea house 2,160 m (7,087 ft) up on the mountain's southern peak. Continue on Square Ledge Trail for another 0.6 mile. I really appreciate that. Bear left at the next junction to follow Square Ledge Branch Trail for 0.5 mile until it bumps into the Oliverian Brook Trail. Giant Ledge Trailhead Hotels Flights to Kingston Things to do in Kingston Car Rentals in Giant Ledge Trailhead Kingston Vacation Packages New York may have travel restrictions in place, including self-quarantine, due to COVID-19. PSA: How Long Does Trash Last on the Trail? They will stare you down. From here, begin the short two mile jaunt up to Rattlesnake Ledge by entering a mixed forest, following the often narrow trail as it switchbacks through the trees. The top of Ledge Mountain includes several comfortable viewing areas to rest and enjoy the landscape. Trailhead parking: Oliverea Road – Big Indian, NY 12410 . The trailhead parking can fill up, so get an early start if you can. The Ledge Trail leaves the road a few dozen feet ahead in this shot on the left. No permit is required for day hikes to Cascade Mountain and Porter Mountain. Here’s how: winter hiking gear. After about 18 miles you … The 2-mile trail gains approximately 1,500 feet in the climb from the trailhead to the Stony Ledge overlook. It is intermediate technically and intermediate to advanced aerobically. Extensive foot trails provide access to the remote interior, often climbing over lofty peaks with spectacular views. The conditions were excellent. (And your fine work!). After 25 mins or so you’ll arrive at a junction. About 1-2ft of snow from the recent storm. July 2004: Rogers Ledge, Devil's Hopyard. The Rattlesnake Ledge Trail makes up the eastern 2 mile segment of the Rattlesnake Ridge or Rattlesnake Mountain Trail. Please keep up the fine reports. Several recreational opportunities exist, including hiking and rock-climbing. Early on, this footbridge crosses the Esopus Creek which begins further upstream on the north side of Slide Mountain. Oliverea is home to Giant Ledge Trailhead. Hunting SeasonIt’s still hunting season so wear lots of orange on hikes, especially when bushwhacking. At a junction turn left onto the blue marked Giant Ledge-Panther Mountain-Fox Hollow Trail. During spring, summer and fall there is a road that allows you to drive to the top of Cathedral Ledge. Was there this past Sunday cleaning water bars. If you have it in you, the trek to Panther only takes an additional 45 minutes, adding 90 minutes to your total hike time. Giant Ledge and Panther Mountain Trail is a 7.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Big Indian, New York that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. Thank you very much. All Forest Offices. Thanks to the handiwork of our colleagues in the trail community, you can now reach Rattlesnake Mountain from the west, starting from a new trailhead at Snoqualmie Point. The hike (3.2 miles to Giant Ledge and back; NOT Panther Mountain) took us about 3 hours snowshoeing at a slow and comfortable pace. The entire climb takes only 20-30 minutes, and the incline is gentle, with the exception of one short, steep section.This makes it an ideal hike for beginners and those with younger children. The trail past the Giant Ledge junction is also my section. Turn left/north to head toward Giant Ledge, following the blue blazes. This past weekend (September 27th, 2014) we decided to check out the beginning of the ledge trail to see for ourselves how difficult and dangerous it really was. This is one of the most popular hiking trails in the Catskills. Bob, Thanks a bunch for your description of the Yosemite ledge trail. There are several flat, mossy spots where you can sit for a while and cool off. It looked like tough, slow work — and after April I was nervous about finding a nest of rattlesnakes in there. The Seven Principles of Leave No Trace are an ethical framework of minimum impact practices for anyone visiting the outdoors. A panoramic view of the central and northern Catskills opens up all along the trail that parallels the ledge. Submit one here. Great intro to the Catskills 3720ft elevation at the top. A network of dangerous and precipitous trails allows access to the mountain's five summits, each of which has a religious structure like the tea house on the southern summit. All 35 miles of trails in this area are open exclusively to foot travel, affording the visitor an uninterrupted back country experience. There is a good climb up the mountain. Hike to Giant Ledge Panther Mountain: The DEC Panther Mountain Parking Lot is located at GPS: N42 01.596 W74 24.223 . With a high point at 1,860 feet above sea level, the trail is usable year-round, providing the Middle Fork road is passable (snow is not removed from the road in the winter). Early on, this footbridge crosses the Esopus Creek which begins further upstream on the north side of Slide Mountain. But the landscape is a fantasy-land mix of old blowdown and giant boulders, with everything covered in moss. The hike starts from the Giant Ledge Trailhead located at the hairpin curve along County Route 47. This is one of the most popular hiking trails in the Catskills. 1. No description for Ledge Trail trail has been added yet! Parking at the trailhead is free. The hike ascends from a large trailhead to a cliff-top viewpoint with an expansive vista down valley to the southwest. (Yes, I realize that this trail has been closed for many years.) … I felt uneasy so I descended to 2850 and found myself in this glade…. Supposedly the original trailhead was right in back of where the cafeteria is now. Pick your way through, making your way toward an enormous Tim Burton Tree. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. Fairly quick hike up to the views on Giant Ledge. At a Glance. Less than five minutes from the summit is a larger ledge with a much grander view. Stay on the road and the trail, do not trespass on private property. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. White Ledge Loop Trail is a 4.1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Conway, New Hampshire that features a great forest setting and is rated as difficult. #725 of 988 mountain bike trails in California #9,790 in the world. Next turn left onto Square Ledge Trail and climb steeply for 0.4 mile which will bring you to the highest point on Square Ledge. Just below the 3000’ contour, a spur trail leads left/west to a spring. Hike Giant Ledge & Panther Mountain. Although Panther also offers panoramic views from its summit, they are quite similar to those from Giant Ledge. My condolences on your Mom. With a little legwork through lovely second growth forest, hikers are rewarded with stellar views of the valley below, Rattlesnake Lake, Mount Si, Mount Washington and others via a Lion King's “pride rock” moment. From Giant Ledge, the trail descends into the col between the two peaks. I always lose count. Find the yellow-blazed Phoenecia-East Branch trail and hike .65 miles to the blue-blazed Giant Ledge - Panther Mountain Trail. Several recreational opportunities exist, including hiking and rock-climbing. The largest and most popular wilderness area in the Catskill Forest Preserve. See nearby properties; Find out more about Giant Ledge Trailhead. SnowDeep snow on the mountains now. An out-and-back with a twist: you’ll head out over Giant Ledge but you'll head back under Giant Ledge. Pack microspikes until June. This is a "must do" Seattle hike - the well-maintained trail makes for an fairly easy hike up the 1,100 elevation gain. Daylight HoursSunrise Apx: 7:20am. Two minutes after the spur, you’ll come to a boulder field. Offering arguably the best views in the Catskills, Giant Ledge is a moderate out and back hike with huge payoffs. Slide Mountain If you want to stretch your legs and breathe in some fresh mountain air, head out to Slide Mountain for a bird's-eye view of Oliverea. This is a very popular and exceptionally scenic hike, that contains an optional bushwhack section. In summer, even mid-week, the small lot on Route 47 fills up very quickly. Pinkham B Road leaves the south side of Rt. From there, it’s only 45 minutes to Panther’s rich pine-filled summit — and one more spectacular view. When I returned to my car, the lot was full and cars were parked along the street; cannot imagine what the crowds were like in the summer if it’s that busy in December. It’s not the summit but, if you’re feeling adventurous, you can climb the boulders for a good view. You’ve bagged Panther, but a better view lies just ahead. Ledge Trail is a 1,932 ft popular green singletrack trail located near Boxford Massachusetts. Lots of good bushwhacking down here, even on this “easier” route. Beautiful views despite the slightly overcast day. Be careful on the way down very slippery take your time and you be fine.. Burroughs Range Trail (Wittenberg, Cornell, Slide Trail), Balsam Mountain Via Oliverea-Mapledale and Pine Hill-West Branch Trail, Slide Mountain via Pheonicia-East Branch Trail, Fir Mountain via Pine Hill-West Branch Trail, Friday Mountain and Balsam Cap from Moon Haw Road, Wittenberg, Cornell, and Slide Mountain Trail, Samuel's Point via Phoenicia East Branch Trail, Balsam, Haynes, Eagle, Big Indian and Fir Peaks Loop, Eagle Mountain, Haynes Mountain, and Balsam Mountain, Table, Peekamoose, Lone and Rocky, Balsam Cap and Friday Loop, Slide, Cornell and Wittenberg to Woodland Valley.