Celebrate Mother's Day with a family-friendly hike in Minnewaska State Park!
Welcoming all parents, children, grandparents, siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, and other family members to share a family friendly hike with Destination Backcountry! This hike brings together families looking to connect with other parents, kids, each other, and nature, in a welcoming space. We will follow a gentle route with ample opportunities to stop and rest for people of all ages, to nurse our babies, and to just enjoy each other’s company. Surrounded by gorgeous scenery in a NYS forest, we can also enjoy learning from each other and sharing experiences.
Hike stats
🥾 2-3 mile easy hiking
⛰️ Minimal elevation change
🧭 Difficulty: Easy. Wide, flat trails.
The Destination Backcountry Difference
Why hike with us? Expert guides. Founded in 2011, our NY State-licensed guides are not merely hike leaders, they are ambassadors for the outdoors, dedicated to sharing their passion for nature with others.
A FULL day of adventure: Our all-inclusive day escapes include transportation, meals, and a full day of hiking and adventure. Make your escape upstate worth every minute!
On this trail, our guides will share:
💕A truly kindred experience, this trip will be led by our co-owners, Dave + Jessica, with their 3.5 year old and 1.5 year old.
🥾 Perfect pacing: your lead and apprentice guide will offer multiple paces so everyone can hike at a pace they feel comfortable with, plus, they'll offer tips and guidance along the route.
🌲 Incredible observations about the forest and wildlife we may encounter.
What's Included?
🚐 Transportation to and from NYC
☕ Breakfast: Your adventure includes a breakfast of fresh fruit and donuts and a selection of coffee and tea for the drive to the trailhead
🧀 Lunch: We will provide a healthy, gourmet lunch and snacks during our adventure. We offer vegetarian and vegan options, and we’re happy to accommodate any dietary and allergy needs.
🌄 On trail guidance from an expert NYS licensed guide
Schedule
7:00 Brooklyn Pickup near Barclays
7:30 Manhattan Pickup at Grand Central
~8:30 Rest Stop
~9:30 Arrival at Trailhead
~12:00 Lunch
~1:00 Hike out
~3:30 Van returns to the city
~4:30 Rest stop
~7:00 Manhattan Drop Off
~7:30 Brooklyn Drop Off
For parents with children in car seats, please plan to arrive 15 minutes early at the pickup location with your own car seat and the ability to attach the car seat to the van. We recommend bringing a structured baby/toddler carrier for younger hikers (for example, from Tula or Ergobaby) instead of a sling carrier. It will not be possible to bring strollers in the van or on trail. Please feel free to reach out directly with any questions. We’re happy to help! Email info@destinationbackcountryadventures.com.
*All times are estimates. We adjust every adventure to the pace and needs of the group. Travel time are subject to many factors, including weather and traffic.
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.
