FEATURES: This loop hike follows the ridge of Hook Mountain, with good views, and returns via a bike path along the Hudson River. LENGTH: About six miles. DIFFICULTY: Moderate. TIME: About three and ...

Think walking sticks are just for grizzled mountaineers or your grandpa on a nature stroll? Think again! Our own personal hiking expert Allie Welsh shares the trail companion that can boost your ...

To early Dutch settlers, Hook Mountain was known as “Verdrietlg Hock,” which means “Tedious Point.” Hook Mountain State Park is a 676-acre undeveloped park, part of the Palisades Interstate Park ...

First Person is a daily personal piece submitted by readers. Have a story to tell? See our guidelines at tgam.ca/essayguide. When I was quite young, my father often took my brother, sister and me on ...