Highlight • Viewpoint
Giant Ledge Viewpoint
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5.0
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oliviakellis
September 13, 2023
Hiking
This popular ledge boasts panoramic vistas of the Catskills wilderness from a dramatic cliffside perch. One of the range's finest viewpoints, reachable via a short, rewarding hike.
Matthew
January 13, 2024
Running
This cliff area serves as a pretty spectacular viewpoint. The trail is busiest up to this overlook. If you decide to push on towards
Panther Mountain, you'll see a lot less traffic on the trails.
Panther Mountain, you'll see a lot less traffic on the trails.
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Hike the moderate 6.2-mile Giant Ledge and Panther Mountain Trail in the Catskills for panoramic views and challenging, rocky terrain.
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Hike the 3.0-mile Giant Ledge Trail for an easy, rewarding adventure with panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains and Slide Mountain.
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8
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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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Elevation 910 m
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