Join one of our certified mountain guides on a guided trek of the Graham and Balsam Lake Mountains in the stunning Catskills!
1 Day
Apr - Nov
High
Intermediate
The Graham and Balsam Lake Mountains are part of the Catskills in New York. These two emblematic peaks in the region are beautiful exploration spots for explorers and nature lovers. On this Graham and Balsam Lake Mountains guided trek we take you on a fun outdoor adventure to discover them!
We will begin our trekking day early to make the most of the day. First, we will head up Graham Peak. This beautiful mountain has an altitude of 1,179 m.. Not only will we get to see great views from its summit, but we will also be able to explore its pygmy hardwood forest. After, we will continue on our way to Balsam Lake Mountain. At 1,137 m it is a slightly lower mountain than Graham Peak, however it has some amazing views in store for us. At the summit, we will find the historic fire tower from where we will get a 360 degree view of the whole Catskill park! Finally, we will head back down after an exhilarating day.
This tour is open to participants with some trekking experience. It is not a technically difficult trek, although it is a bit more difficult in winter. However, keep in mind you will need a good fitness level to tackle the long day of hiking. Of course, we will be there every step of the way to guide you and help you with whatever you need.
Are you ready for a fun trekking day out in the Catskill Mountains? Then book you place now and join us on this Graham and Balsam Lake mountains guided trek!
Meeting point
4.6
(15)
Mountain Guide
One of our certified guides will take you skiing and climbing to some of the best spots in North America. In the USA we offer trips in California, Colorado, Maine, Alaska, Oregon, Arizona, Washington, Montana, Nevada, Texas, Utah and Vermont. And in Canada, you'll find tours in Quebec, Alberta and British Columbia.
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