Beer Hiking New York State
The Tastiest Way to Discover the Empire State
A guide to the best urban and rural hikes and microbreweries in New York State.
Beer lovers and hiking enthusiasts, these 33 New York hikes are for you! Each carefully selected hike leads you through a stunning natural landscape and ends near a brewery or a brewpub where a local craft beer awaits you!
This full-colour guidebook features the best one- to six-hour beer hikes in the Empire State. It takes you along the Hudson River, up to the grand vistas and waterfalls of the Catskills and Adirondacks, through the vibrant neighborhoods of New York City and over historic upstate railway bridges. Each trail description includes details on access, difficulty, duration, points of interest, and, at trail's end, a recommended beer, with notes on its appearance, aroma, and taste. You’ll also get an inside look at the creative and passionate craftspeople behind the brewing process.
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Jason Friedman and Philip Vondra are hiking and running partners from New Paltz. They are both members of the Catskill 3500 Club, and Philip is also an Adirondack 46er. Between them, they have completed over 100 ultramarathons and have won four age group national championships.