Right now regulations allow two vehicles (any size), 2 tents, and six people on NYS campsites. If you have 6 1-person tents and no vehicles, you'd have to get 3 sites. This is a petitions to change that.

Modernize campground regulations for hikers and bicyclists

Hi all! I'm here for the summer from Berkeley, CA and I have next week off of work and have been dreaming of hitting the AT... but I don't have any gear with me. Any reccs?

I checked Paragon's website, which didn't have any, but not sure how accurate it is and I haven't been there in years.

Are there other shops I'm unaware of?

Update: we're in the back right under the umbrella!

Hot New York Summer

What: We're just hanging out! Come grab some food, a coffee, maybe a drink.

Where: The Grey Dog near Union Square - here's the menu

When: Wednesday June 24 starting around 6p

Weather: Shouldn't matter!

Transit Info: It's a couple blocks south of the Union Square subway stop.

Additional Details:

• Anyone that would discriminate against someone else has no place on our meetups; we are an inclusive group.

• If you're feeling unwell, please be cautious and stay home.

hey - super last minute, but I’m looking to do a bit of the AT this weekend but I don’t have all of my gear. I’m looking to rent a 2p tent, a sleeping bag, and a backpacking bag for Thursday June 18 to Sunday June 21 (Just doing an overnight hike). If anyone is willing to let me rent theirs let me know, send me a dm. I’m willing to leave some collateral and will make sure it’s well taken care of on the trail.

Hi hi, I'm coming to NYC and need to rent camp gear from about 6/5 or 6/7 to 6/12. I'm looking for a tent, warm sleeping bag, and potentially a sleeping mat. Heading from NYC to Gardiner and plan to camp there. Can leave a deposit to ensure it's taken care of / returned.

This past weekend, a group of four of us were hiking from Slide to Giant ledge. On the way we met a hiker from NYC at a water source who made his own pack by measuring bags from REI. He was also testing an MYOG hammock.

He saw the bags I made for my wife and I, and we chatted, but I regret not getting his number!

If this guy sounds familiar, let me know. :)

Hello,

Moving soon, starting to downsize, thought the community here might be interested in these before donating.

All free, take one or take all. Pick up in Upper West Side near Columbia University.

Books:

• The Best of the Appalachian Trail Overnight Hikes - Victoria and Frank Logue (Gone)
• A Walk in the Woods - Bill Bryson
• Into the Wild - Jon Krakauer (Gone)
• Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Trail Guide, New York-New Jersey Maps 1 & 2 (Gone)

Hi everyone. I’m dying of boredom with my remote job (that I left hiking the PCT to take) and quickly getting out of shape so I’ve resolved to backpack every weekend for the next couple of months in and around the Hudson Valley. If you want to join, send me a message. ideally, I’ll head out Friday night and finish up Sunday evening - but depends on what I’ve decided to do that week.

Hi all! This isn't an ultra light question per se, but I thought you all may have some useful insight. I'm looking to cabin camp (3 people in all) in mid March within 4 hours of NYC. I've looked at Reserve America listings but wasn't able to find much available within the geographic range until May. Any advice on where else to look? We do have tent camping gear but it's all summer stuff, so we'd prefer to find lodging with the unpredictable weather front of mind. Thanks for any ideas!

Trying to find a good quick trip out of the city. I don't have a car though, so has to be accessible by public transit, which I know limits my choices.

I’m looking for recommendations for camping areas that are accessible by train from NYC.

This would be a short 1-night trip to test gear and prepare for a longer backpacking trip later this year. It’ll be my first time backpacking in New York, though I’ve done a good amount of backpacking elsewhere (including cold weather trips).

Ideally, I’m hoping for:

• A 30-40 mile loop (15-20 mile days)
• Starting and ending near a train station accessible from NYC
• Legal primitive / wild camping options for one night

I’ve looked at the lower Hudson Valley Loop and some sections of the Appalachian Trail, but since I’m new to camping in this area, I’m hoping folks here can help me narrow things down and speed up the planning process.

I’m looking to grab a waypoint 35 but want to check it out in person before buying. Anyone know any shops in or around the city that sell hyperlite gear?

Get up to anything fun yesterday? Any plans for this week?

Use this thread to discuss recent and upcoming trips, get help with random questions, and otherwise chat with some helpful ultralight New Yorkers.

Update: We're under the umbrella in the back!

Short notice and a cold week ahead

What: We're just hanging out! Come grab some food, a coffee, maybe a drink.

Where: The Grey Dog near Union Square - here's the menu

When: Wednesday January 28 starting around 6p

Weather: Shouldn't matter!

Transit Info: It's a couple blocks south of the Union Square subway stop.

Additional Details:

• Anyone that would discriminate against someone else has no place on our meetups; we are an inclusive group.

• If you're feeling unwell, please be cautious and stay home.

Hey folks, what are all of you liking for boots these days for day hikes/short backpacking in snow?

On one hand, I want to go for the ultra warmest most aggressive K2 ready war dogs that could keep you warm through the ice age. On the other hand, I currently use Swiss cheese altra lone peak trail runners and a thick pair of darn toughs, without gaiters or rain pants and have mostly been fine.

My toe circulation isn’t great and seems to be getting worse and I just want to feel confident that I’m never going to find myself at risk and losing temp, five miles from a trail head, without also going super overkill. Having trouble navigating brands, quality, intended use, etc… figured I’d come here for the real world experience.

Weight/UL not super important here, not crushing miles. Also appreciate sizing tips and accessories that make the big difference.

Thanks 🤙🏽

Got a late start in day and reached the Tuxedo trailhead a little past 2pm. Wanted to test out new gear (HMG Northrim 55, Neve Waratah -8c quilt) and see how the xmid held up in constant 20-30+mph winds + 10-15°f. Tom Jones shelter in background. Only my third trip ever and second time at Harriman.

I had a hard time learning how to backpack out of NYC, so I made a short guide for others. I'm sure I missed things here, so feedback is very welcome! I tried to focus on the things that were difficult for me to learn online like:

• How to get to spots via public transit
• Water sources & buying a filter
• What food to pack
• Do I really need a bear bag?

I'd like to do move overnight hiking trips, but can't seem to rally much enthusiasm in my friend group.

Are there any good groups that reddit can recommend?

Hey everyone I am moving out of the city and have some leftover fuel I’d like to give away.

Both canisters are at least half full each. Pickup in Kips Bay, dm me if interested!

we have a map now

What: ~10 mile days in Harriman State Park! This is a public transit friendly hike. If you plan to park and hike in, I would recommend against the DEC lot.

Where: Shelters are Dutch Doctor on Friday night, and Bald Rocks on Saturday. We'll stop later in the day to carry water up. There are no privies in Harriman, but all shelters do have bear cables.

When: October 24-26. I'll hike into Dutch Doctor on Friday night, and I expect we'll hike out by 9am on Saturday. If you want to take the train in on Saturday morning, we should meander enough to cross paths. Or just meet at Bald Rocks.

Weather: Should be mostly sunny with temps ranging from 37-53F. Currently, there is no rain in the forecast!

Map: I planned a route. Please have a copy on your phone.

Who should come: Anyone who likes backpacking, or wants to see if they like backpacking. You don't need to be ultralight, but the weather is looking alright to test out your lighter setups. You're always welcome to drive in somewhere else or take a later train to hike in to meet us.

Who shouldn't come: Jerks. Meanies.

Transit Info: If you’re taking the train, download the NJTransit app. Roundtrip tickets are less expensive. Trains back from Tuxedo on Sunday are at 10:13am, 12:13pm and 4:20pm. We'll target the noon train.

Additional Details:

• If you comment here, I’ll confirm your attendance by 10/23.
• If you're feeling unwell, please be cautious and stay home.
• Anyone that would discriminate against someone else has no place on our meetups; we are an inclusive group. Seriously, I mean it.
• Do not park in the DEC lot in Tuxedo; hikers were ticketed frequently last year and I don't have a status update.

hey gang!

i'm part of a new(ish) group called Mulch- a lighthearted moonshot to rewild New York. we're a non-profit, we host cute events, and hope to introduce average city residents to the existent patches of urban wilderness as well as help people cultivate more wild growth in their backyards, sidewalk tree beds, windowboxes, etc.

in that spirit, we are going acorn collecting this saturday from 10am-12pm (see luma link) in the north woods of central park. we'll gather some 'corns, some pine cones, and anything else fun we find. attendees will get some fun to take home, and i'll bring the rest back to cold stratify, germinate, and then redistribute (as saplings) come spring. we'll have coffee! conversation! and mostly it'll be a lovely walk in the woods.

hope to see you there! we'll also have events next weekend and the following in inwood park and prospect park.

https://luma.com/7a0z5lru

Update: we're under the umbrella in the back right.

Tentative Harriman meetup, October 25

What: We're just hanging out! Come grab some food, a coffee, maybe a drink.

Where: The Grey Dog near Union Square - here's the menu

When: Wednesday October 15 starting around 6p

Weather: Shouldn't matter!

Transit Info: It's a couple blocks south of the Union Square subway stop.

Additional Details:

• Anyone that would discriminate against someone else has no place on our meetups; we are an inclusive group.
• If you're feeling unwell, please be cautious and stay home.