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13 Halloween Hikes In The Adirondacks and Catskill Mountains

overlook mountain house ruins halloween hikes

If you’re tired of the spooky movies, creepy stories, or sticky candy, consider spending the end of October on a Halloween hike in Upstate New York. There are a ton of trails to still spark the spookiness that Halloween brings while still keeping things a bit outdoorsy. If you’re spending Halloweekend in the Adirondacks or the Catskills, there are plenty of eerie, spooky, and creepy trails to hike with your buddies. From old hotel ruins to creepy forest backdrops to odd trail names to an old plane wreck, there’s something for everyone in a Halloween hike. So strap on your headlamps and pack some candy in your hiking backpack and let’s hit the trail.

Here are 13 hikes to do on Halloween in New York State’s Adirondack and Catskill Mountains.

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Hiking Mount Jo in the Adirondacks At Peak Fall Foliage

view of adirondack mountains from mount jo

Mount Jo is one of the most popular hikes in the Adirondack Mountains. It also has the parking lines and crowded summits to prove it. After seeing scenic panoramic shots of the view from Mount Jo on Instagram and TikTok, I wanted to see the mountain views for myself. I thought it was good timing to attempt the hike during fall with all the changing colors of the leaves. Apparently, so did dozens of other hikers.

I happened to visit Mount Jo on a record-breaking peak fall foliage weekend. Over 500 cars reportedly parked along the road at one point, making some hikers tack on an extra 2+ miles of walking before making it to the trailheads. While I predicted there would be some crowds, the huge line of cars in the overflow parking was a shock. So, I wanted to share a realistic play-by-play of what a busy day on a popular trail looked like beyond the elevation gain.

Here’s what I wish I knew before I hiked Mount Jo in the Adirondacks during the peak fall foliage season. 

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