The Best Trail Running Routes in New York

This run departs from the popular DEC parking lot along Platte Cove Road and leads to one of the best bang-for-the-buck overlooks in the Catskills. Less than 5 miles round-trip, the average runner should be able to complete this run in under 90 minutes....

This run has a little to offer to everyone. At 5 miles round trip, you can enjoy the beautiful views and rich history atop Overlook Mountain. For a longer run, continue to Echo Lake and experience the beauty of a serene, remote lake....

Once believed to be the highest peak in the Catskills, the Kaaterskill High Peak remains the most dominant mountain as viewed from most of the Hudson Valley. Its beauty and prevalence made it the subject of both artists and vacationers of the early 1900s....

The Devil's Path is one of New York's most acclaimed hiking trails—some would even argue that it is the best in the Catskills. High peaks are only earned through arduous climbs, and the descents follow fall lines....

This popular but challenging trail run links the Pecoy Notch Trail to the Mink Hollow Trail, summiting Sugarloaf Mountain via the infamous Devil's Path. Begin your run at the DEC Trailhead located along Dale Lane....

This trail run connects the first segment of the infamous Devil's Path with the Jimmy Nolan Notch Trail. Unique rock formations, picturesque boreal forest, and dramatic views line the way and make this one of the best in the region....

Once believed to be the highest peak in the Catskills, the Kaaterskill High Peak remains the most dominant mountain as viewed from most of the Hudson Valley. Its beauty and prevalence made it the subject of both artists and vacationers of the early 1900s....

This is hands-down the most epic trail run in the Adirondacks, if not the entire state of New York. Of course, the infamous [Devil's Path](https://fatmap.com/routeid/204127/The_Devil's_Path/) in the Catskills would be considered a close second....

Breakneck Ridge is a popular but strenuous and technically-challenging hike/trail run that leads to a gorgeous overlook of the Hudson River and the Hudson Highlands. The loop shown here is the shortest and most popular option on Breakneck Ridge, which reaches a few stunning overlooks on the ridge before looping back down to the river....

Breakneck Ridge is a popular but strenuous and technically-challenging route that leads to a gorgeous overlook of the Hudson River and the Hudson Highlands. The ascent up the ridge is steep and technical, requiring arduous scrambling up a never-ending series of boulders....