It’s been a while since I’ve been up in the Black Dome Valley. I read that the original Batavia Kill lean-to had been decommissioned and the new one constructed. As of this writing, I had
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The Batavia Kill lean-to is situated near the Batavia Kill Trail in the Catskill Mountains. It is currently decommissioned and awaiting reconstruction.
Hiking the Catskill’s Acra Point Loop
Batavia Kill Lean-to in the CatskillsIn the shadow of the big peaks that line the Black Dome Valley (aka Big Hollow Valley) in the Catskills sits Acra Point. This 3100′ peak is located just north of Blackhead Mountain. The Acra
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Best Hikes: Black Dome Mountain from Big Hollow Road
The trailhead for Black Dome Mountain, Blackhead Mountain and the Escarpment Trail is reached at the end of Big Hollow Road and space for about 8-9 cars exist. When the lot is full one can find
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Places to Camp on the Catskill’s Escarpment Trail
The Catskill’s Escarpment Trail has been a favorite for hikers for generations. It’s ruggedness and wilderness feel will appeal to almost any outdoor enthusiast. Along its 23-mile length, the trail winds over 7 mountains with a high
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