This detailed guide provides complete coverage of more than 300 miles of trails in the beautiful Catskill Mountains.

"This guide from the Appalachian Mountain Club offers hikers turn-by-turn descriptions of more than 300 miles of trails in New York's Catskill Mountains. These trails suit every ability level--from an easy walk to Kaaterskill Falls to strenuous climbs on the Devil's path. Includes topographical maps"--

State-of-the-art hiking guide, complete with newly drawn maps and GPS coordinates, to America's first recreational mountain trails. These trails surrounded the Catskill Mountain House (est. 1824) on the northeastern escarpment of the Catskill Mountains and inspired America's Romantic-era painters & writers, including William Cullen Bryant, James Fenimore Cooper, Thomas Cole, Frederic Church and the other artists of the Hudson River School. Includes 19th-century maps and rare period photos, drawings and descriptions.

A must-have for every Catskills hiker, this revised and updated guide from the Appalachian Mountain Club offers hikers up-to-date coverage of more than 300 miles of trails in the Catskills Mountains. Inside you’ll find detailed descriptions of trails to suit every ability level—from an easy walk to the Kaaterskill Falls, to strenuous climbs in the Indian Head Wilderness Area, including Devil’s Path, a favorite route for backpackers. Tips on trip planning and map and compass use, plus notes on the geology, flora, and fauna of the region make this guide an ideal addition to your pack.

The beauty and charm of this useful book is that it helps you discover the true dimensions of the real Catskill Mountains. Enjoying the Catskills is the only book about the region that reveals such a diversity of enchantments and attractions awaiting your enjoyment. Each page unlocks a storehouse of riches. Here is a wealth of information for everyone, whether you are a visitor or a resident of the area. The book is more than a guide. Intermingled with legend and glimpses of history and famous characters are vital facts on a wide range of subjects, all conveniently arranged for easy reading and reference. These include geology, wildlife, hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, motoring, wilderness areas, canoeing, ski touring, and many others.