The NY Downstate 28er Hiking Challenge invites you to explore the bountiful outdoor recreation opportunities of the Lower Hudson Valley, just a short jaunt from the hustle and bustle of the NY metro area, while climbing 28 scenic peaks. Hike each mountain at your own pace and enjoy the unique adventures that each provide. Once finished, register your completion and earn a commemorative 28er patch to showcase your achievement!

NY Downstate 28er Challenge

Trail Alerts

Hudson Highlands State Park:

• Breakneck Ridge Trailhead, Wilkinson Memorial Trailhead and associated lower trails are closed until further notice for Fjord Trail construction. Other access points and trails to the upper reaches of Breakneck Ridge remain open, and the suggested hikes listed in The Peaks section of this website avoid all closure areas. See details of the closures HERE and HERE.

Bear Mountain State Park:

• Trail closures from 2023 storm damage remain in affect and limit the ways hikers can access Bald Mountain, Popolopen Torne, and West Mountain. The suggested hikes listed for each of these peaks on The Peaks page of this website avoid all closure areas. See closure details HERE.

• Access to the Appalachian Trail, Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail, and Major Welch Trail have been temporarily rerouted due to construction at the Bear Mountain Inn. The blazed reroute adds approximately 0.4 miles to the Bear Mountain Loop Hike listed above. See reroute details HERE.

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Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information and resources provided throughout this website. Trail conditions, park regulations, hiking routes, and web links to outside resources are constantly subject to change. We welcome hearing of any changes, discrepancies, or updates via email at NYDownstate28er@gmail.com. Hiking in the mountains is a potentially hazardous activity. Weather and trail conditions can change very quickly, and hikers should be fully prepared with proper gear, appropriate clothing, physical conditioning, and researched knowledge. You are responsible for your own actions and are urged to exercise caution and use sound judgement. Participation in the NY Downstate 28er Challenge and use of the resources provided on this website are at your own risk. NY Downstate 28er Challenge assumes no responsibility or liability.