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New York City: Hurd Corners to Morgan Stewart Shelter via the ATA massive oak, a sprawling wetland, an atomic lake-this classic weekend trip packs it all into a 19.2-mile out-and-back on the Appalachian Trail. Bonus: Save the Earth by taking the train to the trailhead. New York City: Doubletop MountainEscape the crowds on the Catskill High Peaks with this 5.6-mile bushwhack to the range's highest trailless summit. Compass skills required; hiking poles recommended. Adirondack Park: Five Mountain LoopThis 17.3-mile Adirondack adventure leads to the 4,000-foot summits of Macomb Mountain, Hough Peak, and The Dixes.
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Hunter Mt.A hike up the Devil's path trail and down the Becker Hollow trail Biking 9/11/2009 Albion to Palmyra, NY74 miles; mostly cloudy but no rain. On Erie Canalway Trail all day. New York, NY: Harriman State Park LoopWith 1,400 feet of climbing per 15-mile loop, Harriman State Park offers some of the best training in the NYC metro area.
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Readers' Choice 2012: Top 3 - Northeast HikesThe region's top map contributor—with 20 years of experience in the area—dishes tips for beating the crowds on her all-time favorite hikes. 
Readers' Choice 2012: Your Neck of the Woods - Northeast HikesSnag Big Apple skyline views, tackle four peaks in a day, rack up waterfalls, hike through history on the AT, and climb Vermont's highest peak. 
America's Best Backcountry Ski ToursUpgrade your winter fun at these 8 beginner-friendly, expert-ready spots. |
Online Exclusive: Readers' Choice 2012: Lisa Densmore's Five Favorite Hikes in the NortheastFive more must-do hikes from this region's top map contributor—with 20 years of experience in the area—dishes tips for beating the crowds on her all-time favorite hikes. 
Deepest DaksJourney through America's most accessible wilderness in search of untouched places, and you might just find peace of mind to match the lakes and hills. 
Local Hikes: NortheastHead out on one of these trails in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. |
Devil's Path, Catskills State Park, NYConsidered by many the toughest dayhike in the Northeast–and possibly the Lower 48–this 24-mile classic features 18,000 feet of elevation gain and loss. (Photos by Jonathan Dorn) 
Appalachian Trail Nature Photo GalleryWildflowers, bugs, and other nature photographs shot by our map correspondent on the AT © Jeff Chow 
AT Shelter Photo GalleryA few of the shelters and lean-tos found along the length of the Appalachian Trail © Jeff Chow |
Panoramas of the Appalachian TrailA collection of five-star overlooks along the Appalachian Trail © Jeff Chow |
AT Interview: Correspondent Jeff ChowJeff Chow spent 10 months mapping every mile of the AT for BACKPACKER. Learn about his favorite spots and hard-earned tips here. |
Packing for a Backcountry Ski DayKristin Hostetter shows you the essential gear, and how to pack it, for a day of backcountry skiing. |
Adjust Your Pack Straps on the TrailMaximize your pack's comfort with a few easy, on-trail strap adjustments. |
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