North south lakecatskills and vanderbiltgreenville. This hike begins in the northsouth lake campground in palenville, ny about 20 minutes from the nys thruway. Artists rock, sunset rock, and newmans ledge via marys glen. Follow this trail to the next trail junction, and continue on the bluemarked escarpment trail toward the spruce creek bridge or the lower falls trail.
Alligator rock, kaaterskill falls, and the former site of the catskill mountain house. From the south lake parking lot north south lake campground. If you reach ns campgrounds entrance you have gone too far. Popular day hikes from the campground include hike the escarpment trail to boulder rock, catskill mountain house site, artist rock and sunset rock. Hike artists rock, sunset rock, and newmans ledge via. Northsouth lake is the biggest and most popular state campground in. Northsouth lake campsite is the biggest and most popular state campground in the catskill forest preserve, offering extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites, such as. It was lovely to sit by north lake and enjoys the view of the mountain behind the lake.
Home to the highest peaks in the catskill park, one of only two forever wild parks in new york state, the catskills hiking scene offers hikes for all abilities. Pages shows hiking maps, gps information, trail head, pictures of the trail along the escarpment trail. Follow marys glen trail to enjoy the views from artists rock, sunset rock, newmans ledge, and north point, then reward yourself with a dip in the lake. Our journey, however, will take us farther along on the blue trail. A very popular and easy hike at the campground is the 2. The loop descends into an expansive, verdant hollow called marys glen. Northsouth lake hike newmans ledge and the catskill mountain house site. The original campground consisted of 10 sites and a small picnic area. During the summer there is also a very popular lake that gathers crowds. North south lake to stoppel point new york alltrails. Stoppel point via north south lake calendar the lodge. The campground offers access to numerous hiking trails. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround.
From the top you will get your first view of north south lake and behind you can see kaaterskill high peak and round top. Hiking in the northsouth lake region in the catskill mountains. Hike to newmans ledge, northsouth lake parking area. Northsouth lake campground great northern catskills of. Sunset rock, newmans ledge, boulder rock and north point to name a few. Artists rock, sunset rock, and newman s ledge via marys glen trail is a 4. In the spring, summer, and fall, hiking, mountain biking, and trail running are the primary activities. From northsouth lake, hike to the summit of newmans ledge, once home to one of the 19th centurys premier resort the catskill mountain house.
Northsouth lake hike newman s ledge catskill jill your catskills connection. Cliffs are lined with flowercoated bushes and leaning trees. The short hike to the site of the catskill mountain house provides the reward of incredible vistas. An abrupt change in elevation occurs from about 540 feet above sea level at the base of the escarpment to approximately 2,250 feet at the. Return to the trail junction with the escarpment trail. Walk south along south lake road for approximately 200 meters to the yellowmarked southlake access road on the right.
North south lake is the biggest and most popular state campground in the catskill forest preserve, offering extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites, such as. The trail continues to newmans ledge, but there are beautiful views of the hudson valley all along the way. The escarpment trail veers to the left, ascending westward to newmans ledge and the summit of north mountain. The plan was to walk to the lake and pick up the northsouth lake loop trail, turn left, following the shoreline until we were close to the parking area, then cut across and back to the vehicle. It was the last day of the catskills getaway and i had one more. Northsouth lake campground great northern catskills of greene. North south lake offers a campground right by the lake that makes this place very family friendly. In just a few more minutes, another awesome view spreads before you at newmans ledge. The most breathtaking places to experience fall foliage in the northeast.
This would give us all the views at artists rock, sunset rock, and newmans ledge. Northsouth lake hike newmans ledge and the catskill mountain house site it was the last day of the catskills getaway and i had one more hike in mind before packing up the tiny home and the dogs to tour through a few hudson valley towns before heading home. North and south lake loop catskill mountain explorer. We hiked to newmans ledge and around to marys glen and the small falls back to the road. Hiking the escarpment trail including newman ledge, bears dean, prospect rock, artist rock, sunset rock, and alligator rock. This catskills hike has got it all, views, wildlife, swimming, and a. At the top of the climb, in the village of haines falls, turn right onto north lake road. Artists rock, sunset rock, and newmans ledge via marys glen trail. Hiking in the north south lake region in the catskill mountains. Catskill escarpment loop north from scutt road north. Admission is required for day use at the campground, and the visitor should ask the rangers at.
North point itself looks southwest over north and south lakes and the catskill mountains in this direction. Hikes on different sections of the escarpment trail will take hikers to many spectacular view points including artists rock, sunset rock, newmans ledge, boulder rock and north point to name a few. For many hikers, they will stop and return to the campground after reaching lookout. The hike to north point in the catskill mountains of. One of the most popular hiking routes of the north lake vicinity is the blue trail heading north from the north lake parking lot. Bad mans cave loop catskill park scenes from the trail. Its almost impossible to walk in any direction and not find an amazing view on this hike. We will first see the newmans ledge cliff, to our left, just short of the yellow trail and it is that ledge that continues our story. The campground was constructed on north lake only, as south lake and the land east of the present north lake beach were privately owned. A side trail just past newsmans ledge brings you to lookout rock and sunset rock. Go down the woods path to the falls, or continue up the road to north and south lake for more great views and hiking trails.
The artists rock, sunset rock, and newmans ledge via marys glen trail is open yearround and offers a variety of activity options. Looking south along the escarpment from newmans ledge. North south lake hike newman s ledge and the catskill mountain house site it was the last day of the catskills getaway and i had one more hike in mind before packing up the tiny home and the dogs to tour through a few hudson valley towns before heading home. Northsouth lake hike newmans ledge and the catskill. Go right, north, to continue to newmans ledge in 0.
Sunset rock is where thomas cole painted one of his famous paintings of north lake and south lake, kaaterskill high peak and round top mountain. There is also a small beach with a lifeguard there for the kids. Sunset park, newmans ledge, boulder rock, and the kaaterskill hotel and laurel. A trip to northsouth lake was on my bucket list for this summer, and i couldnt have been happier to complete the escarpment trail all 10 miles of it north lake road rt. All of these views offer vantage points overlooking east towards the hudson river and hudson river valley. Northsouth lake hike newmans ledge catskill jill your catskills connection. Just before a trail junction that leads to north point or back to north lake campground i came to this large meadow. For many hikers, they will stop and return to the campground after reaching lookout and sunset rocks, this is a mistake. It is a great place to take a break, but the views are the same as artist. The northsouth lake area to north point is full of history as it was the birthplace of hiking in the catskills. You will find many day hikers in the northsouth lake campground area. From north lake in haines falls, hike on the beautiful escarpment trail from north lake to artists rock, newmans ledge, and for those who wish to continue, to north point.
Northsouth lake is the biggest and most popular state campground in the catskill forest preserve, offering extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites, such as. Background trail guide directions resources comments 9. It is a great place to take a break, but the views are the same as artist rock. At the top, look westward for gorgeous views of north and south lake rimmed by green mountains. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. We will also visit the plane crash at stoppel point and enjoy the spectacular views back toward northsouth lake and the hudson valley. Northsouth lake offers a campground right by the lake that makes this place very family friendly. It is also pet friendly but be warned, your pups must be leashed and must have proof of rabies vaccination. After newmans ledge, the route traverses a shady pine stand before reaching the final scramble to north point. Crisscrossing trails all lead to up a rocky deck, divided by deep fissures.
Best places to see fall foliage in the northeast instyle. Trailsweepersjohn brooks memorial picnic and hike at. Sunset rock is reached by foot from the northsouth lake state campground, accessible from rte. In 1933, the campground was expanded to 43 sites and the picnic area was enlarged. It will take you to sunset rock with its fabulous view of north and south lakes. Marys glen trail, new york, newmans ledge, north lake, north mountain, northsouth lake, northsouth lake loop trail. We will return via the north escarpment trail and stop at bad mans cave, newmans ledge, sunset rock and artist rock. Longer and more strenuous hikes can bring you to such spots as artists rock, sunset rock, newmans ledge, boulder rock, and the kaaterskill hotel and laurel house sites. Small sidetrips can be made to north point and north mountain, catskill mountain house, and the southern tier of the escarpment trail.
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