by alan Powell | Sep 25, 2026 | catskillFiretowers, hikes, places, Uncategorized, Woodstock
Overlook Mountain Lodge from Mead Mountain Road. by Diane George Distance: 5–6 miles round tripTime: 3–4 hoursDifficulty: Moderate to difficult; 1,400 feet of elevation gainKey landmarks: Ruins, lake, fire tower, and Hudson Valley vistas Trail description Overlook...
by alan Powell | Sep 20, 2026 | catskillFiretowers, Devil's Path, event, hikes, places, PlatteCove, Uncategorized
Catskill Hiking: Platte Clove Preserve to the Overlook Mountain Fire Tower by Alan Powell Distance: Approximately 13 miles round tripTime: 8–9 hoursDifficulty: Moderate to strenuous. The hike is long, but it does not require a major rock scramble. Elevation gain:...
by alan Powell | Feb 25, 2026 | Balsam Lake, catskillFiretowers, hikes, places, Uncategorized
The top of Balsam Lake Mountain is a stunning one. The fire tower at the summit provides 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains. There is also a ranger cabin at the summit. The trail is a steady climb for about 3 miles until you reach the summit. The...