Breakneck Ridge Long Loop - Accessible via Public Transit! **Advanced**

Join us on Saturday, November 30th for a fun, challenging, and rewarding hike in the Hudson Highlands! Scenic views overlooking the river, beautiful forest, and stunning rock formations.

If you plan to take the Metro-North, we can meet at Grand Central at 8:30am to take the 8:50am Hudson line train which will arrive at the Breakneck Ridge stop at 10:19am.

If you are driving, please meet us at the Metro-North Breakneck Ridge station by 10:30 am.

For our return trip, we have the option to get the train back to the city at 3:14pm or 4:14pm depending on how long it takes us to finish the hike.

We will be hiking the Long Loop: Breakneck Ridge (white) > Breakneck Bypass (red) > Wilkinson Memorial (yellow)
The hike should take approximately 4 hours.
At approximately 4 miles and 1400 ft ascent it is short but very steep.
We will hike at a moderate pace with breaks for water, snacks, lunch, and many opportunities for photos.

Breakneck Ridge is considered one of the most difficult hikes in the area. There is a lot of strenuous rock scrambling involved. Previous hiking and rock scrambling experience is recommended. Please make sure you’re comfortable with the hike’s difficulty level before joining, as the start of the trail is one-way and we will not be able to turn back early.

Please wear:
-Sturdy hiking shoes/boots with good traction
-Layers appropriate for Late Autumn colder weather

Please bring:
-3 Liters of water
-Lunch
-Snacks
-Sunscreen
-Personal first aid kit

We will follow Leave No Trace principles. https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/

It is helpful to monitor weather conditions as the day of the hike nears. If there is rain the day before or day of, the trail will be too hazardous to hike. RAIN WILL CANCEL EVENT.

Disclaimer:
By participating in this hiking event, you acknowledge that hiking involves inherent risks, including but not limited to injury, weather conditions, wildlife encounters, and difficult terrain. You understand that these risks can result in serious injury or even death. By attending this event, you agree to release and hold harmless the organizer(s), the group, and any affiliated parties from any and all liabilities, claims, and demands of whatever kind, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from your participation in the event. Participants are responsible for assessing their own fitness and skill levels, bringing appropriate gear, and staying aware of their surroundings. You acknowledge that you are voluntarily participating in this hiking event with full knowledge of the risks involved and agree to accept any and all risks. By attending this event, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to this disclaimer in its entirety.