Putnam County trails

The hike to Anthony's Nose offers an excellent balance of moderate difficulty and breathtaking views. As you ascend, the trail winds through rocky paths, with occasional steeper sections, ultimately revealing spectacular overlooks of the Hudson River, Bear Mountain Bridge, and the surrounding hills​. Along…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 686 ft • Maximum elevation: 869 ft

The Stowe Pinnacle Trail is a moderately challenging hike offering beautiful views of Vermont's Green Mountains. As hikers ascend through dense forests, the route rewards with striking vistas of Mount Mansfield, Camel's Hump, and the Worcester Range from the summit's rocky outcrop. The last stretch becomes…

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,047 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,569 ft

The Stowe Pinnacle Trail offers an invigorating hike through a lush Vermont forest, leading to a rocky summit with expansive 360-degree views. From the peak, you can observe distant mountains like Camel’s Hump and Mount Mansfield, along with the sweeping Worcester Range. The trail is a mix of steep, rocky…

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,503 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,569 ft

The Bull Hill Loop offers a scenic and varied hike, with diverse viewpoints over the Hudson River and surrounding highlands. The trail provides steady elevation that can be challenging, but hikers are rewarded with lookouts toward Storm King Mountain, the village of Cold Spring, and even the distant New York…

Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,398 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,381 ft

Bike

Distance: 19.0 mi • Elevation gain: 587 ft • Maximum elevation: 180 ft

Pinckney State Recreation Area

Distance: 1.7 mi • Elevation gain: 43 ft • Maximum elevation: 951 ft