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    Top Spots in and near North Branch

    • Barryville, New York

      Camp at Kittatinny Campground

      This campground is perfect for a group of friends that want to spend a couple days outdoors camping!With 350 campsites, there are many different types of sites available: from sites with electricity to sites 3 miles from the main camp. Decide how intense (or not intense) you and your group want ...
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    • Grahamsville, New York

      Swim at Peekamoose Blue Hole

      3.8
      To get there: From Sundown, NY, head 10 miles on Route 42 until you see a large parking area on the right with a sign for the Peekamoose Mountain area. Follow the signs from the parking area to the creek. Swimming Hole Coordinates: (41.9182, -74.4215) You can cool off from NY's warm weather and d...
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    • Big Indian, New York

      Hike to Balsam Mountain in the Catskills

      5.4 mi / 2910 ft gain
      Timeline: Weekend, though can easily be done as an overnight trip or just a day hike Summary: Day 1: Hike to camp (0.7 miles, 340' elevation gain) Day 2: Hike to Balsam Mountain and back to camp (4 miles round-trip) Day 3: Relax & hike back to car (0.7 miles) Details: Park the car at McKinle...
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    • Big Indian, New York

      Camp on Giant Ledge

      4.5
      1.5 mi / 975 ft gain
      Giant Ledge is a great hike in the Catskills if you are looking for something short, with incredible views, and camping options. There are not many hikes with better views then this in the Catskills, so why not spend as much time as possible up there?  There are a few camping spots you can grab w...
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    • Big Indian, New York

      Hike Giant Ledge

      4.5
      3.74 mi
      The trail starts across the street from the parking area you will see a sign. After a short walk in you will cross a foot bridge. At approximately 0.75 mile you will reach a junction. You will turn left toward Giant Ledge. The next half mile is fairly flat. At 1.5 miles you will reach a spur ...
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    • Cragsmoor, New York

      Sam's Point Overlook to Ice Cave Trail

      3.47 mi / 584 ft gain
      Sam's Point Overlook to Ice Cave Trail is an out-and-back trail with scenic views near Lake Maratanza located near Ellenville, New York. This trail is dog friendly on-leash. 
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    • Cragsmoor, New York

      Sam's Point, Ice Cave Trail, Verkeerderkill Falls

      4.9
      6.99 mi / 1063 ft gain
      Located in Sam's Point Preserve, this hike has three major attractions – panoramic views from Sam's Point, mysterious and chilly Ice Caves, and a knee-weakening perch atop Verkeerderkill Falls. Pay attention to seasonal conditions before making this trip. Spring and early summer are best for see...
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    • Greentown, Pennsylvania

      Camp at Rustic Bear Wallow Cabins

      Rustic Bear Wallow Cabins are the ideal compromise between going camping and staying home. Enjoy an intimate connection with the natural landscape of Pennsylvania, including two lakes and the Pocono Plateau of Promised Land State Park. Explore the rich landscape, enjoy the water, and come home to...
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    • Phoenicia, New York

      Hike Mt. Wittenberg

      4.3
      Looking for a great day hike in the Catskill region of NY? Then you should definitely look into and consider tackling Mt. Wittenberg then. A challenging climb up but a very rewarding summit view.Starting at Woodland Valley Campgrounds visitor registration house (where you can pay for parking for ...
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    • Phoenicia, New York

      Camp at Woodland Valley

      3.0
      If you are looking for a great campground up in the Catskill Mountains of New York then you definitely have to check out Woodland Valley Campgrounds. Located about 2 hours north of New York City, it is the perfect place to go to get off the grid. No service for about 30 minutes in any direction.T...
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    • Greentown, Pennsylvania

      Camp at Pickerel Point Campground

      Pickerel Point Campground rests on a peninsula of the Promised Land Lake, where miles and miles of forest are punctuated by this beautiful body of water. Open sky, fresh mountain air, and the wind whispering through the maples and oaks makes for a truly enchanting place. Campers can engage all ki...
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    • Greentown, Pennsylvania

      Conservation Island Nature Trail

      1.08 mi / 36 ft gain
      Conservation Island Nature Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Greentown, Pennsylvania.
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    • Milford, Pennsylvania

      Explore Raymondskill Falls

      4.0
      0.6 mi / 178 ft gain
      This waterfall is just a short walk away from the main parking lot.Just a .30 mile hike will take you to a gorgeous three-tiered waterfall. There are platforms providing viewing areas to the falls.Raymondskill Falls is located in the northern portion of the Delaware National Water Gap Recreationa...
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    • Milford, Pennsylvania

      Hike to Cliff Park Ridge

      5.0
      6.4 mi / 700 ft gain
      This 6.4 mile out-and-back trail (2.7 miles each way) is an excellent trail for those looking to spend an early morning or afternoon outside without the strenuousness of all-out mountain hiking. Throughout the entire hike, there is only 700 ft. of elevation gain. Don't let this turn you away if y...
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    • Sussex, New Jersey

      Camp at High Point State Park

      4.0
      You'll need at least a weekend to sample all that High Point State Park has to offer. One of the park's must-do hikes is to High Point Monument (1,803 ft), where you have panoramic views of the Pocono and Catskill Mountains, and the Wallkill River Valley. Additionally, there are 50 total miles of...
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    • Wantage, New Jersey

      Hike the Iris Tail - Appalachian Tail Loop

      4.0
      9 mi / 1000 ft gain
      Start this hike from the Appalachian Trail parking area off route 23, south bound side, south of the park office. Follow the Blue Dot trail until is intersects with the Iris Trail. The Iris Trail (marked with red blazes) is a through hike that is about 5 miles long. It parallels the Appalachian T...
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    Guides, Insights and Stories from North Branch

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    Chasing Fall: A Day in the Catskills

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    Pursuit Gear Kit 2018

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