HikerLong Path Section 7: US Route 6 to NY Route 32
Rugged summits connect Harriman with the Woodbury side of the Highlands. The organizer describes a seasonal alternative; confirm which route is open before calculating your day or logging completion.
Make this outing your own
Resolve the seasonal route choice before calculating distance or arranging pickup. Put the chosen alternative on everyone’s map so the group is following the same plan. A demanding ridge day is not the best moment to negotiate which version of an old GPS line was intended.
The published mileage is one way. Arrange the return journey or choose an accurately mapped partial out-and-back before departure.
Before you head out
Arrange transport between the two ends before you start. Save the official section map and any current detours, set a turnaround time, and check weather and daylight for the whole route. A section can take several outings: mark it complete only after covering its full required route.
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
Use the historic-map viewer to compare an area where coverage is available. Look for changes in road alignments, settlement symbols and rail corridors; record observations from public trails. A map symbol alone does not identify a surviving structure or a public right of way.
After the hike
Choose a town stop near your finish or return drive, rather than adding an uncertain trail detour. Dry shoes, water and a meal can turn a demanding section into a comfortable day out.
Town, food & history planning sources
- Hudson Valley · town and trip planning ↗
- Orange County · food and places to visit ↗
- Ulster County · regional visitor information ↗
These are regional planning resources, not verified nearby or currently open businesses. Check the actual drive and opening hours.
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