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Best Hikes with Children in the Catskills & Hudson River Valley
Best Hikes with Children in the Catskills Hudson River Valley Author:Thomas J. Lewis, Cynthia C. Lewis Silence, fresh air, and greenery. Scenery! How long has it been since your family ventured beyond the city limits? This book guides you through the rejuvenating countryside with 50 outings for the whole family to enjoy. — All within 2-1/2 hours of the New York City metropolitan area, these day hikes uncover the natural won... more »ders of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Rewards await both young and old on the trail to Storm King Mountain [with one of the most awesome vistas in the Northeast]; the Catskill Escarpment Trail between Kingston and Albany; and the waterfalls, old iron-ore mines, and estuaries within the rich hiking grounds of Bear Mountain, Harriman State Park, Mohonk Preserve, Lake Minnewaska, the Hudson Highlands, Catskill State Park, and more.
Practical information on difficulty, distance, and elevation helps parents choose a suitable hike. Tips on hiking with kids, an emphasis on environment and safety, and optional "turnaround points" for tired feet ensure a fun time for all.« less