HikerPalmer Hill · Both Meadow Loops Hiking Guide
An open-country walk combining the approach and both meadow loops.
Make this outing your own
Choose a day when you can enjoy the open-country character without racing the weather. Plan both meadow loops if full-system completion is the goal, and leave time to read the landscape from the permitted path. A short visit to a viewpoint can still be worthwhile; simply record it as a partial outing.
- Trailhead / approach
- Finkle Road scenic overlook off Route 28 near Andes.
- Distance note
- Approximate route distance from the linked source; branches and approaches can add mileage.
Before you head out
Include both loops for the full trail-system checklist. Carry sun and wind protection; an open meadow day feels different from a sheltered woods walk.
Keep these essentials in your plan
- Save the official map and directions while you have reception.
- Tell someone your route and expected return, and set a turnaround time.
- Pack water, food, layers and a headlamp for the full outing.
- Check current closures, permits, weather and parking with the land manager.
Read the landscape
The club identifies former farm features and stone walls. Use the legal path to observe the landscape without climbing or disturbing the walls.
After the hike
Leave the town stop flexible until you are back at the car. Add your actual route, date and useful trail observations to your journal; confirm current opening hours before making a separate food or history stop.
Town, food & history planning sources
- Great Northern Catskills · town and trip planning ↗
- Ulster County · towns, food and places to visit ↗
- Sullivan Catskills · places to eat ↗
These are regional planning resources, not verified nearby or currently open businesses. Check the actual drive and opening hours.
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