09/03/2026
"Bathe in it. Notice the way the leaves filter the light to gold in the deep forest. Breathe deeply the scent of change."
Fall hiking season in the Hudson Valley and Catskills is almost here - and our Autumn 2026 issue has the ultimate guide to trails that make the effort completely worth it.
A few of our favorites from the guide:
π Poets' Walk - 2.3 miles of pure Hudson River and Catskill Mountain magic, Red Hook
π₯ Overlook Mountain Fire Tower - 360-degree views of the entire valley, Woodstock
π§ Ashokan Rail Trail - 11.5 miles along a glassy reservoir mirror of fall color, Shokan
ποΈ Giant Ledge - High Peaks views that roll away forever, Big Indian
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Mount Utsayantha Fire Tower - 3,214 feet and a 360-degree Catskills panorama, Stamford
π² Shavertown Trail - reservoir views and a drowned town's quiet poetry, Andes
"An easy-to-moderate effort pays off with stunning views." Pack layers, bring water and get out there. π
πΈ Photos by Alex Moliski, Nicole Gordon, Lia Plankerhorn, Robert Gross, Nik Tom, Mike Adye & Peter Murphy
π Read the full trail guide - link in bio!
π¬ Which Hudson Valley or Catskills trail is on your fall bucket list? π
π Pick up your own copy of Fall 2026 Magazine at local shops across the Hudson Valley + Catskills. BE PART of our seasonal magazines. DM us or email [email protected] for rates and details.