Events
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Pine Swamp Loop Hike
Location
Begins in Lake Skannatati parking area in Harriman State Park
, NY
County: Orange
Region: Mid Hudson
Date(s)
- September 30, 2018, 10:00AM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description This hike begins with an easy walk on the Long Path through open woodlands along the shores of Lake Skannatati and crossing Pine Swamp Brook. Gradually climbing, it takes you past huge rock ledges and through hilly blueberry patches, until it intersects with the Dunning Trail. Following this old mine road, you ascend to Pine Swamp, home to pitcher plants, sundews, beaver and historic mines. Intersecting with the Arden-Surebridge trail, you bend around the shoulder of Pine Swamp Mountain and rapidly descend through open forest to the parking area. Organization Hosting the Event SCA Excelsior Conservation Corps Phone Number (845) 786-1293 Contact Email chris.osullivan@parks.ny.govRegistration
Advance registration required.Please register by September 27 at noon, by calling 845-786-2701 x293.
Additional Information
uneven rocky surfaces, wet areas,Additional Equipment Required: Bring plenty of drinking water.
Trip Duration (hours): 3
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 12
Length (miles): 3.15
Boots Needed: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No