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1. Sugarloaf ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sugarloaf
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2. West Kill ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

West Kill
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3. Blackhead Mountain

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Blackhead Mountain
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4. Pyramid Peak

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Pyramid Peak
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5. Breakneck Ridge

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Breakneck Ridge
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6. Crane Mountain

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Crane Mountain
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7. Cornell

Cornell
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8. Storm King

Storm King
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9. Eagle Mountain

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Eagle Mountain
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10. Blue Mountain

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Blue Mountain
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11. Bear Mountain

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Bear Mountain
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12. Mount Egbert

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Mount Egbert
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13. Mount Jo

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Mount Jo
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14. Brace Mountain

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Brace Mountain
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15. Kaaterskill High Peak

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Kaaterskill High Peak
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16. Sugarloaf Mountain

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Sugarloaf Mountain
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17. Big Indian Mountain

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Big Indian Mountain
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18. Table Mountain

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Table Mountain
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19. Balsam Mountain

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Balsam Mountain
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20. Peekamoose Mountain

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Peekamoose Mountain
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21. Twin Mountain

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Twin Mountain
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22. Wittenberg Mountain

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Wittenberg Mountain
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23. Schunnemunk Mountain

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Schunnemunk Mountain
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24. Bonticou Crag

Bonticou Crag
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25. Huckleberry Mountain

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Huckleberry Mountain
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What mountain ranges are found in New York State?
  • Answer: New York State is home to several gorgeous and ancient mountain ranges, including the Adirondack Mountains, the Catskill Mountains, and part of the Appalachian Mountain Range.
  • Question: Are the mountains in New York accessible to hikers?
  • Answer: Hikers in the area will find these accessible from most parts of the state, and the opportunities for hiking and camping are all but endless, including great hiking getaways from NYC.
  • Question: Why are New York's mountains a must-see for hikers?
  • Answer: The intersection of New York’s mountains with trails like the Long Path and the Appalachian Trail make these peaks a must-see for any avid hiker.

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