McKenley Hollow lean-to | Challenged Hiking

on June 3, 2021June 27, 2021Backpacking Backpacking in the Catskills Hiking

Backpacking the Pine Hill – West Branch Trail in the Catskills

Chris that the 3500-foot sign on the Pine Hill - West Branch Trail

Summary The Pine Hill – West Branch Trail cuts through the heart of the Big Indian Wilderness. Practically passing over or near the summits of …

on May 14, 2021May 19, 2021Catskill Lean-tos Family Friendly For Beginners

McKenley Hollow Lean-to in the Catskills

The McKenley Hollow Lean-to (aka McKinley Hollow) located in the Big Indian Wilderness close to the trailhead on the McKenley Hollow Trail makes for a …

on May 13, 2021May 16, 2021Catskills Hiking

Hiking Balsam Mountain on the McKenley Hollow Trail

Summary A hike up a Catskill 3500 peak in a deep glacially carved valley with steep and beautiful scenery The hike on the McKenley Hollow …