Easy Hikes New York

October Hike 🍁

**Hello! We are planning a hiking trip on October 31st. This is a carpool only hike so let me know if you are driving or if you need a ride. The plan is to meet up at ~9AM and drive to the location. Please reach out if you have questions!** **Trail: TBD** **Note: To pay for the costs of Meetup, there is a $5 fee, waived for drivers who are helping out with rides. I will post my Venmo/ Cash App/ Zelle handle in the comments.**

Fall Palisades Hike

Take the Great Saunter Fall Challenge. [Register here](https://shorewalkers.org/join-a-saunter/) to walk 32 miles over 16 days, starting Oct. 3. Help Shorewalkers support our parks by donating $10 to participate, with all fees going to [Riverside Park Conservancy](https://riversideparknyc.org/) This walk will count for 20 miles of your total. Join us for a 20 mile hike stretching from upper Manhattan to the town of Nyack in Rockland County. We will start by crossing the GWB and then will follow the Long Path trail heading north along the palisades. On our walk we’ll see beautiful wooded paths and stunning views of the Hudson River. This will be a moderately paced hike with minimal breaks, as we’ll need to keep on a tight schedule to finish on time. While the path is mainly flat, you should expect rocky trails, stairs and a few steep hills. Hiking shoes are required and poles are strongly recommended. There are no dropout points where public transportation is easily accessible on this hike so consider your ability to complete 20 miles before signing up. Previous hiking experience is necessary. Meet at 8:00 at the GWB Bus Terminal in the waiting room on the upper level. We will leave promptly at 8:15. Do not come late because we cannot wait. Our hike ends in Nyack where you can take the H07 bus to Tarrytown and catch the Metro North back to the city. There is also the option of taking a Coach bus back to the GWB bus terminal. Please check transportation schedules ahead of time. Bring water, lunch and snacks. We will have a lunch stop at State Line Lookout. Food and beverages are available for purchase there. Contact hike leader Jessica with any questions: 347-603-8447 Co-Hosts: Iris & Fernando

Tuesday Hike: Long Path

**To attend this event, simply RSVPing on Meetup isn’t enough — you must book through our website to secure your spot.** **TO ATTEND YOU MUST BOOK HERE ►** **[HERE](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-tours/long-path-10-27-26/)** **EXPLORE MORE ADVENTURES HERE ►** **[Upcoming Events](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-events/)** **Long Path** Join us on this moderate hike near NYC, starting with a gentle ascent to a breathtaking overlook of the Hudson River. Along the way, we’ll visit the historic Women’s Federation Monument, one of the top viewpoints on hikes in New York. Our journey ends with a serene walk along the river’s edge to enjoy its beauty. Pack your favorite sandwich and drink, we will have a snack break on the trail. ***This is a Continuous Pace Hike:*** *We’ll take breaks along the way, but not as often as on other hikes, since we need to maintain a steady pace to catch the train. Please note that transportation for this hike is limited, with departures only every two to three hours.* 🗺️ About the Hike * **Small Group Experience:** 2 - 15 OutYorkers * **Hiking Route:** [AllTrails Map](https://www.alltrails.com/es/explore/recording/afternoon-hike-e2ff470) * **Difficulty: Moderate + Continuous Pace.** This hike is suitable for hikers who can maintain at least a moderate to brisk pace. * **Elevation Gain:** 736 ft. (225 mt) * **Highest Elevation:** 532 ft. (162 mt) * **Lowest Elevation:** 0 ft (0 mt) * **Distance:** 7 mi. (11 km). This includes the 0.3-mile (0.5 km) walk from the bus stop to the trailhead. * **Hiking time:** 3h 30m. Since the bus runs every two hours, we need to complete the hike within this time to catch the 3:11 bus. ✅ **Included:** **Hike led by a New York State licensed wilderness guide.** ❌ **Not Included:** Train ticket or any other services or products not mentioned. **EXPLORE MORE ADVENTURES HERE ►** **[Upcoming Events](https://outyork.com/new-york-hiking-events/)**

Hump Day Hike @ Mills Reservation

Autum/Halloween Hike & Lunch🍁🍂😨

Free 3 Mile Walk in Central Park Every Saturday

Come join us for a free 3 mile walk in Central Park every Saturday. We'll be departing at 10am from the Bridle Path entering the park from the 90th St. & 5th Ave. entrance. We’re the NYC Chapter of Ever Walk – an international movement to encourage people to walk together to enhance physical and mental health. Founded by one of the greatest women athletes of our time, Diana Nyad, and her coach and friend, Bonnie Stoll. Diana swam from Cuba to Florida in shark infested waters without a shark cage - check the movie NYAD on Netflix if you want to be inspired! **The Basics** * **DISTANCE:** 3'ish miles round trip. * **START:** Meet at 9:55am and leave right after instructions and announcements. We really do! * **DURATION:** About 90 minutes - 2 hours. * **PACE:** 23 minute mile conversational pace. If you can walk a city block in about a minute and a half, that’s our pace. * **PATHS:** Mainly on a mixture of dirt and asphalt paths with small rolling hills, and sometimes wooded trails and steps. * **MEETUP SPOT:** Start and finish in the same Central Park location every week on the Bridle Path (dirt path) - enter the park from 90th St. & 5th Ave. and cross the road with runners and cyclists. Look for 30-50 smiling faces in front of the John Purroy Mitchel Monument on the stone wall below the reservoir. * **WEATHER:** We walk rain or shine! * **BATHROOMS:** On your own. No stops. * **RELEASE:** If you participate in a walk you are responsible for yourself and agree not to hold the *EverWalk* organization, its leaders or members liable in any way for any injuries or damage which may occur as a result of your participation. **The Vibe** * **FRIENDLY: All are welcome! 🏳️‍🌈** * **FUN:** Every walk is an adventure. We acknowledge special park events, celebrate national awareness days when we can and explore different parts of the park. * **DOGS:** On leash dogs that are dog and people friendly are welcome to join. * **SOCIAL:** We take pics and make reels and post on social media. **Walk Announcements:** Find us on Meetup, Facebook, Next Door, Patch News Events (Central Park and the Upper East Side), The West Side Rag, Instagram, and TikTok. **Links:** **Merch:** https://shop.everwalk.com/collections/print-on-demand-products?page=2 **Can't wait to walk with you!** **Ann Marie**

Liberty State Park Walk: a Collaboration between EverWalk and Freewalkers

You can only register by clicking this Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2002443664906?aff=oddtdtcreator Lace up your sneakers and join us on an exciting urban exploration walk through Liberty State Park! This loop adventure will take you through scenic trails, offering stunning views of the city skyline and the Statue of Liberty. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast, nature lover, or just looking to boost your step count, this walk is perfect for all levels of walkers. This event is in collaboration with Everwalk, making it a great opportunity to meet like-minded individuals who are passionate about wellness and outdoor activities. Don't miss this chance to explore the outdoors, meet new friends, and improve your overall well-being all in one event!

Guided Mindful Walking in Nature - Prospect Park Edition

**Though the body we move in nature, with our mind/consciousness we are part of nature.** **MINDFULNESS - the practice of maintaining a nonjudgemental state of heighted or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis.** **MINDFUL WALKING - a practice that enhances mental clarity and reduces stress by fostering a deep connection with the present moment (the here and now) through awareness of each individual step and the Sight, Sound and Smell of the surrounding environment.** **Please read the below information carefully and take the time to view the myriads of videos available that explain the concept of Mindful Walking.** **Let me begin by thanking you for accompanying me on a work in progress to develop a methodology for teaching and leading a Mindful Walking workshop, my goal is to guide/lead the novice through an unfamiliar or complex procedure in a step-by-step process so that they can attain a basic level of skill and knowledge in the practice of Mindful Walking. Upon entering "Brooklyn's Jewel" the stunningly beautiful Prospect Park, we will commerce with a breathing and exercise session followed by several training practice walks that will introduce the attendees to the techniques of Mindful Walking.** **For the remainder of our Prospect Park adventure, we will alternate long bouts of conversation flowing walking sessions with shorter bouts of silent guided Mindful Walking sessions. The route that we will follow will include specific areas of the park of such stunning scenic beauty (in every season of the year) that will inspire and uplift all who attend.** **Because of the workshop nature of this event, I will limit the number of attendees to ten (10) people. My future vision for this method of training is to present many workshops for first-timers, mixed with separate events for those adepts with the Mindful Walking concept. Furthermore, I will expand the range of this event to scenic natural locations (including waterside venues) around the Greater New York area.** **We will exit Prospect Park by the Grand Army Plaza entrance. The nearest Subway Station will be the Grand Army Plaza Station of the #2 and #3 Trains.** **Will be walking at a moderate (not slow) pace. The walk will last three and a half hours and will cover about 5 miles. There will be ample restrooms stops and a thirty-minute lunch break.** **Heavy rain/snow or other forms of extreme weather will cancel the walk. Please check this site for updates.** **LEADER: Bob Lazzaro email: rlazzaro4@aol.com.** **I will use a voice amplification device to foster better understanding and clarity between myself and attendees.**

Harriman Foliage Hike [~11 miles] [Car Pooling]

Come join me for a fall foliage hike! We'll do a loop around Island Pond and over Black Rock, hitting a bunch of view points. Contact [Andre](http://www.meetup.com/New-York-City-Hiking/members/1650420) with any questions about this meetup. **Event guidelines:** * **This is a social event for hikers, not a guided hike**. We plan to stay together as a group, but everyone needs to be a self-sufficient hiker with adequate skills, equipment, and contingency plans to hike alone with a map or offline-GPS app (and the knowledge to use them) just in case. * **If you are not comfortable hiking** **self-sufficiently** **or are not experienced enough to judge the skill and physical requirements in the route description**, check out the [Appalachian Mountain Club’s](https://www.outdoors.org/) hikes or one of the many professional guides operating in the area. \*\*\* **Standard day-hiking gear:** * Hiking footwear (boots or trail shoes), non-cotton clothing, sunscreen, bug spray, sunhat, sunglasses. ([Permethrin insecticide](https://amzn.to/3XNcflS) treatment against ticks is great.) * Rain gear and an extra warm layer, including winter hat and gloves in colder weather. * Lunch, Snacks, and 2nd breakfast. 2 liters/ 2 quarts of water minimum, 3 liters for a hot day. Electrolytes for hot days, hot drinks for cold days. * **GPS app with offline maps** & battery pack: **Avenza Maps App** is free and there is a [free Harriman map in the in-app store](https://store.avenza.com/products/harriman-state-park-trail-map-new-york-state-parks-map?queryID=undefined&objectID=36438857941148). **CalTopo** ($20/yr) is an excellent general purpose GPS program. **Mapy** **App** has basic offline trail maps that are adequate. * **Map & Compass**: [NYNJTC Harriman-Bear Mountain Trails](https://amzn.to/422cHxd) or [National Geographic Harriman](https://amzn.to/3MOsk7d) *** **General FAQ:** * No dogs allowed, sorry * No guests beyond the RSVP guest limit and no one under 18 allowed * Hikes are generally rescheduled for thunderstorms, heat index >95f, or AQI >80 \*\*\* **Route Info:** * **The Stats:** About 11 miles, depending on conditions, with 1.3k' elevation gain at a moving pace of 2 mph. * **Track:** [Lake Skanatati > Island Pond > Black Rock](https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=13.6/-74.1264/41.2485&pubLink=3HIP0BKoSPRojEQmTVD12npc&routeId=f1037064-6e5e-4de1-9655-b17f18f8e61b) * A lot of people like use AllTrails, but there is no route for this hike. You can download "Lake Skannatati and Island Pond Loop" to at least get you back to the car, but get the (free) Avanza Map as well. * **For Your Contingency Planning:** Shorter routes and bailout points are available. Cell service is generally available but can be spotty. Navigation and Route Finding: Blazed trails. \*\*\* **Logistics:** * **Meeting Location:** Meet at 9:30am, [Arden-Surebridge / Long Path Trailheads](https://maps.app.goo.gl/wYomgUJ91fFiUdnEA) * Andre's Cell: ‪(720) 263-7347‬; texts preferred. * **Public Transit**: None. However, it might be possible to arrange pick-ups from the Suffern Train Station. (Train runs from Penn Station to Suffern, arriving 8:36 AM.) Or Uber from there to the trailhead. * **Car Pooling:** Please use the comment section to organize carpooling, especially if you are driving from the city. Passengers should chip in for gas and tolls (usually about $10-$15). ***

Everything has a Silver Lining on Thursday

Hike and Fall Foliage Lake Stroll on Staten Island

Join us on Staten Island for a leisurely walk uphill for panoramic views and then around five lakes. The pace is moderate to slow. Six miles with return by bus to the ferry. We head out from St. George ferry along Bay Street and walk a steady uphill for about 2 miles along multicultural shops on Victory Boulevard to Silver Lake. Along the way, we enter Hero Park, then pass Notre Dame Academy, Belvedere Social Club, and majestic homes along Howard Avenue. We’ll descend stone steps to the path around Silver Lake (pond and reservoir) and stop at Veranda Grill for lunch at outdoor picnic tables. Then zigzag over bridges of three Clove lakes to historic tulip tree. MEET: Take the 10:30 a.m. ferry from Manhattan to Staten Island. Meet Kiki near restrooms on upper level of Whitehall Terminal at 10:15 a.m. Or meet Diana in front of restrooms in Staten Island St. George Terminal at 11 a.m. END: Take the S48 bus on the corner of Forest Ave and Clove Rd. to ferry. Option to walk back to ferry. Or join us for drinks at Mariachi (Minthorne Alley) (exit bus at Victory). End time variable. (Approx. 3:30 p.m.) NOTE: Those who prefer a fast walk should choose a different walk. We’re not rushing. DROP-OUT OPTIONS: Buses to ferry along Victory. BRING: Hat, sunglasses. Check weather for suitable attire. Water, lunch, snacks, metro card. Hiking poles suggested for hill. Beverages/snacks available at Veranda Grill. RESTROOMS: at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal, Veranda Grill, and Visitor Center at Clove Lake. HIKE LEADER: Kiki Black 929-425-4212 (text only) CO-HOST: Diana Bianco 646-510-1054 (text only)

Walk the NYC Marathon Course

Join us for a 26-mile walk that follows the NYC Marathon route from Bay Ridge to the finish line in Central Park, two days before the actual marathon. This will not be one of Shorewalkers’ scenic hikes, but it is the route of the prestigious NYC marathon that attracts people from all over the world. While the NYC marathon traverses all five boroughs of the city, we will have to skip Staten Island, since we won’t be able to get on the Verrazano Bridge, where the marathon starts. But we will follow the exact route through Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Manhattan, with a few detours to get to restrooms. The walk will be entirely on city streets, mostly flat, except for the bridges we will cross. We will walk along Fourth Avenue through Bay Ridge, Sunset Park and Park Slope into downtown Brooklyn, then along Lafayette Avenue with its beautiful brown stones, to and along Bedford Avenue, through the Hasidic neighborhood of Williamsburg to its hipster part north of the Williamsburg Bridge, to Greenpoint, over the Pulaski Bridge to Long Island City, over the Queensborough Bridge into Manhattan and along First Avenue up to the Willis Avenue Bridge into the Bronx and back into Manhattan over the Madison Avenue Bridge, and finally down Fifth Avenue to Central Park and the finish line at Tavern on the Green. We will walk about 26 miles (probably a bit more, due to detours to get to restrooms), at a brisk pace (3 mph) throughout the walk, from beginning to end. There won’t be time for longer breaks, so please bring snacks you can munch on during the walk. We will have a short 10-15 minute lunch break at McCarren Park in Greenpoint. Restrooms: Inside the final R train stop, Bay Ridge-95 St before exiting the station (they are surprisingly clean); Shore Road Park close to the Verrazano Bridge, 0.5 miles from the meeting point (these restrooms are supposed to open at 8:00 a.m. but often are not, in which case we will have to improvise); Green-Wood Cemetery, at about 5 miles; Underwood Park, at about 8 miles; Bedford Playground, at about 9 miles; McCarren Park, at about 11 miles; TJ Maxx Manhattan, at about 16.5 miles; St. Catherine Playground, at about 17.5 miles; Lozada Playground in the Bronx, at about 19 miles; Central Park north, at about 21.5 miles; and at the finish at Tavern on the Green. Note that the restrooms in playgrounds usually close at 4 PM, so the ones in Manhattan and the Bronx may not be available if we get there after that time. Hike Leaders: Brigitte, 646-651-3911; Laura, 917-658-6779; Maureen, 718-954-1581, on day of walk only.