Peekamoose & Table Mountain Hike: Two Summits, One Epic Day
Take on two incredible Catskills peaks in one unforgettable and rewarding full-day hike.
Adventure Snapshot
🌿 Activity: Guided summit hike to two Catskills High Peaks
⏱️ Duration: ~6–7 hours hiking
🥾 Distance: ~9.5 miles round trip
⛰️ Elevation: ~2,600 ft gain
🧭 Difficulty: Hard (challenging hike)
📍 Location: Peekamoose & Table Mountains, Catskills, NY
👥 Group Size: Small group experience
Join us for a challenging and rewarding hike to the summits of Peekamoose and Table Mountains, two of the Catskills’ iconic 3500-foot peaks. This route is a favorite for early summer, offering a beautiful progression through diverse landscapes and a true sense of accomplishment.
We’ll begin alongside the scenic Neversink River, easing into the day with gentle, rolling terrain before transitioning into a long, steady climb toward the summits. Unlike many Catskills hikes, this trail avoids technical rocky scrambles, making it a great option for hikers ready to step up from moderate terrain without the added strain on the knees.
As we gain elevation, we’ll enter a magical spruce-fir forest, where the environment shifts dramatically and ancient trees create a quiet, almost otherworldly atmosphere. Along the way, we’ll pass seasonal wildflowers and take in sweeping viewpoints before reaching our summit destinations.
This hike is more than just distance, it’s a journey through some of the Catskills’ most unique ecosystems, culminating in the achievement of summiting two peaks in a single day.
What You'll Learn
🥾 Strategies for pacing and endurance on long-distance hikes
🌲 How elevation influences forest ecosystems, including spruce-fir summit environments
🌿 Identification of wildflowers and old-growth forest features
🧭 Techniques for tackling sustained elevation gain safely and efficiently
⛰️ Insights into Catskills 3500’ peaks and long-distance hiking culture
The Destination Backcountry Difference
Why hike with us? Our NY State licensed wilderness guides are not just hike leaders, they are passionate educators dedicated to helping people push their limits while staying safe and supported in the outdoors.
This is more than a hike. It’s an opportunity to challenge yourself, build endurance, and experience two of the Catskills’ most beautiful peaks in a single, well-guided adventure.
By the end of the experience, you’ll leave feeling accomplished, empowered, and deeply connected to the natural world.
What's Included?
🚐 Transportation to and from NYC
☕ Breakfast: Fresh fruit, donuts, coffee, and tea for the drive to the trailhead
🧀 Lunch: Healthy, gourmet lunch and snacks during the adventure (vegetarian and vegan options available)
🌄 On-trail guidance from an expert NYS licensed guide
Schedule
6:30 Meet in Brooklyn near Barclays for pickup
7:00 Meet at Grand Central for pickup
~8:30 Rest stop
~9:45 Arrival at trailhead
~12:30 Lunch at the summit of Peekamoose or Table
~1:00 Continue hike and begin return
~3:30 Van returns to the city
~4:30 Rest stop
~7:00 Manhattan drop-off
~7:30 Brooklyn drop-off
All times are estimates. We adjust every experience to the pace and needs of the group.
What Do I Need to Bring With Me?
Must have
💧 2, 1-liter water bottles
🎽 Wear: Comfortable, breathable clothes. Standard workout clothes are great for hiking
🥾 Footwear: Sturdy sneakers, trail runners, or hiking boots. We’ll let you know well in advance if conditions call for special footwear.
🧣 A few extra layers of clothes for breaks
Good to have
🌧️ Rain shell
🕶️ Sunglasses
🧢 Hat
FAQs
What happens after I book my adventure? You will receive a confirmation email for your adventure within 24 hours of booking. Your guide will reach out 7-10 days before your adventure with an update on trail conditions, weather, a final packing list, our adventure waiver, and more.
More questions? Visit our FAQ page here.
