13 Halloween Hikes In The Adirondacks and Catskill Mountains

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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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5 Weekend Road Trips Under 5 Hours From NYC

My favorite trip is a road trip, but I have my limit on how much time I can spend in a car without losing my mind. Living right near New York City, I’m familiar with how frustrating traffic can get, especially when you’re trying to get out of town. (Hopefully, gas prices will start going down before I have to start driving this summer.) Luckily, there are so many great spots within a five-hour drive radius that make the headache of stop-and-starts so worth it. Here are five weekend road trips within a day’s drive from New York City that I would recommend bumping up on your list this summer.

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