Trail Guide
Located in Ulster County in New York State is Wittenberg Mountain. This mountain summit is accessible via a number of rustic trail heads and trail systems. Encompassed within the Slide Mountain Wilderness it is an accessible day hike from various large cities including New York City. A very popular hike it is common to find numerous hikers enjoying the unobstructed views of the summit. Within clear view of Wittenberg to the east is the Ashokan Reservoir which is a key water supply for New York City. The trailhead for Wittenberg Mountain is located at the Woodland Valley Campground. (Note: To park at Woodland Valley Campground there is a fee, check DEC website for info)
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This guide starts at the trailhead on Woodland Valley Road, GPS: 42.036126, -74.357330
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| Trailhead: Woodland Valley Road |
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| 0.1mi: Bridge |
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| 0.3mi: Steep bouldery trail |
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| 0.8mi: Follow Red Trail |
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| 2.6mi: Trail Junction |
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| 3.0mi: Crazy Tree |
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| 3.4mi: Summit |
| After reaching the summit turn around and head back down the trail the way you came. Congratulations! You've climbed Wittenberg Mountain! |
NYDEC Woodland Valley Campground Info
NYDEC Slide Mountain Wilderness Map
