16th not so Annual Hudson Hike

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Trip description

Scramble up exposed rock face mountain on Hudson river, GREAT UNOBSTRUCTED SCENIC VIEWS! Hike through woods along ridge to get to and climb up an old "Ranger Fire Tower" more great views. Hike some more to get to old casino ruins. Hike down, go for dinner (optional).

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"Bob's Corner Store" address 640 Wolcott Ave, Beacon, NY 12508

Meeting Time
& Place

What To Bring

  • Plenty of water, no water on trail.
  • Snacks, lunch, booze.
  • Uzi 9mm.
  • Fanny pack / day pack.

Expenses

  • Cash for optional dinner after hike.
  • Cash for snacks at "Bob's Corner Store" (optional).

Approximate Duration

  • 9:00am-4:00pm (not including stopping for dinner after hike).
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DIRECTIONS
Download printer friendly Adobe Acrobat Hudson Hike Driving directions & Trail Map (415k) 
  • NY Thruway towards ALBANY (36 miles).
  • Exit 17, towards Interstate 84 East (note: thruway does not connect to I-84, at end of Thruway ramp bear right onto RT-300/Union Ave for 1/4 mile. Then get on I-84 East for 5 miles).
  • Just over the "Beacon Newburgh Bridge", take exit 11 to get on 9D South towards Beacon.
  • The meeting spot is located 4.3 miles down 9D. Its a small deli located 1/4 mile past the 5th light, atop an uphill climb, on the left side at the corner of a 90 degree right hand turn. It's called "Bob's Corner Store" (if it's still there).
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