NOANY Hikes and Outings
Hikes and Outings Chairs: Ingrid Strauch and Oliver Lunt
Scheduled Hikes and Outings
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Saturday, September 26 – Tuxedo Circular Hike
10:15 A.M
This 5.25-mile, qualifying hike starts and ends at the Tuxedo train station. We’ll take the Kakiat, Blue Disc, and Tuxedo-Mt. Ivy trails, passing Harriman landmarks including Almost Perpendicular, Elbow Brush, and Claudius Smith’s Den.
Expect rocky terrain, one steep climb, and some nice views. Moderate pace. Hiking boots or shoes are recommended, along with bug and sun protection. You should bring at least 1 liter of water (more if it’s hot out) and lunch or snacks.
This hike is transit-accessible by taking the 9:10Coach bus from PABT to Tuxedo train station. Drivers should park in the north lot at Tuxedo train station (from route 17, turn onto East Village Road, cross railroad tracks, and turn left into railroad parking). Bus riders walk from bus stop to north parking lot to meet drivers.
Leader: Ingrid Strauch, Ingrid-hiking@noany.org
Please register with leader by Thursday, September 24.
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Sunday, September 27, 2026– Island Pond Circular
Moderate climbing (elevation gain about 200-300 feet)
Distance: 5 – 6 miles
Qualifying
Island Pond Circular – Starting from the parking area on Route 106 , we will hike to Island Pond, continue around the pond and take a look at the “Lemon Squeezer.” The hike will continue around Island Pond by way of an old wood’s road (a former route of the AT) and back to the parking area (taking a look at Green Pond, if time and energy allow).
This hike will begin from camp after breakfast (about 10AM).Bring lunch, water, rain gear, and appropriate hiking shoes.
Qualifying – Leader: Ray Kozma Please register with the leader at raymondkozma@gmail.com or 917-406-3782 by 10PM Thursday, September 24th.
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Saturday, October 3 – Parker Cabin Mountain via Claudius Rock
Departing from Camp Nawakwa at 9 a.m., we will take the unmarked camp trail toward the Yellow Triangle trail. At the intersection with the Triangle trail we will make a left toward Dutch Doctor. At Dutch Doctor we’ll make a right turn onto the Tuxedo-Mount Ivy trail. After 1.2 miles we’ll reach Claudius Smith’s Den, which offers great views and is a good stop to take a short break. From Claudius Smith’s Den, we’ll continue northbound on the White Cross trail. After 2.15 miles we’ll reach the junction with the Ramapo-Dunderberg trail. We will make a right turn and continue for 0.25 miles to reach the summit of Parker Cabin Mountain. This is a good spot to have lunch and enjoy views of Lake Sebago. Following our lunch break we will descend Parker Cabin Mountain using the Triangle trail, pass Lake Skenonto, and after 1.95 miles make a left turn at the intersection with the unmarked trail that takes us back to camp.
This is an intermediate-level hike that features several ascents and descents
Approx. total ascend 1015 feet
Distance: Approx. 6 miles
Participants should wear sturdy footwear and bring sunscreen, lunch, snacks, raingear, and enough water – Hydration Basics: How to Stay Hydrated | REI Expert Advice
Hiking poles are recommended but not required.
If you are driving from New York City for this hike, please indicate whether you can offer a ride to other hikers.
Please rsvp by 10/1 to oliver@noany.org
Please also reach out with any questions you have in the meantime.
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Saturday, October 24 – Diamond Mountain Circular
Departing from camp at 9 a.m., we will make our way along the camp road toward 7 Lakes Drive, which we will cross to access the Tuxedo Mount Ivy Trail.
We will only stay for a short distance on the TMI before we turn right onto the Stony Brook Trail and then left onto the orange Hilburn Torne Sebago Trail.
As soon as the ascent starts, we will get a good workout. After 0.6 miles the trail merges with the Seven Hills Trail, and we will be rewarded with a gorgeous view of our very own base: Lake Sebago.
After another 0.2 miles we’ve reached the summit of Diamond Mountain (1240 ft).
At this point we will follow the blue-blazed Seven Hills Trail for about 0.7 miles, with several great vistas along the way before descending and making a right onto the Kakiat Trail. This is a rather steep descent that requires rock scrambling skills.
After 0.6 miles on the Kakiat Trail, we will make a right onto the Stony Brook Trail. After a relatively flat 1.4 miles we’ll be back at 7 Lakes Drive and will return to camp.
This hike includes a steep ascent and descent and some rock scrambling. The pace will be a little faster than on some of the other Nawakwa hikes.
Distance: Approx. 5.6 miles (qualifying)
Approx. total ascent 779 ft.
Participants should wear sturdy footwear and bring sunscreen, lunch, snacks, raingear, and enough water – Hydration Basics: How to Stay Hydrated | REI Expert Advice
Hiking poles are recommended but not required.
If you are driving from New York City and can offer a ride to other hikers, please let the hike leader know.
Please rsvp by 10/1to oliver@noany.org
Please also reach out with any questions you have in the meantime.
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In Celebration of 100 Years
At Camp Nawakwa
1926 -2026
The following Centennial Hikes are being planned. Dates and details will be posted here.
1. Hike to first camp: Camp Quannicut
2. Hike to second camp: Blue Bird
3. Hike to the Raymond Torrey Memorial
4. Hike on first section of the AT: From Elk Pen to Lake Tiorati
5. Hike of the first trail: The R-D
6. Hike on the Nurian Trail
