The Trail Builders created trails in the Neversink Gorge
In Southeastern NY State from 1997 to 1998.

"Many hands make light the work. Heck, this isn't work; this is play!"

Web site updated 4-10-07.

Red Hill Fire Tower Red Hill is near Grahamsville in the southern end of the Catskill Park. It is about a 45 minute drive to Red Hill from the Neversink Gorge area.

Neversink Gorge trail map shows trail clearing progress Trail Builders made. Thanks to Chris Williams for exploring the southern reaches of the area and sending his field notes which I used to update this map in 2007.
Mullet Brook loop map (Neversink Gorge area)
Motivate others to be part of building the trail system!
Trail-related health info: incl. USGS flow rate, water temp for Neversink

Weather forecast "Never judge a day by the weather."
Inspirational quotes (non-denominational)

Maps
Trail Builders' System shows how major trails could connect.
D & H Canal Tow Path Phillipsport to Wurtsboro, mostly public
Basha Kill Rail Trail (large detailed view) Wurtsboro to Westbrookville, public
Basha Kill Rail Trail (smaller map to fit screen)
Stephen Crane Trail (proposed) - Neversink Gorge north to Monticello, mostly private

Written descriptions:
Trail Builders' System (proposed)
D & H Canal Tow Path Sullivan County Parks and recreation Dept. administers this linear park.

Related sites:
Comprehensive list of contacts - local, regional, state, national trails' organizations: Long Path, Basha Kill Area Association, New York State Dept of Environmental Conservation, Catskill 3500 Club...
Learning to navigate by compass and other means.

Lobby for funding for a major bridge to span the Neversink River.
Please write or call NYS Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther and NYS Senator John Bonacic to let them know that you want them to support funding for the development of a trail system on state land in their district in the Neversink Gorge, particularly a suspension footbridge which will cross the Neversink River to connect the trails in the west with those in the east.

Advice on communicating your needs to elected officials

Web page and maps designed by Brian Cavanagh.

Need hiking supplies and equipment? Try the Catskill Hiking Shack between Monticello and Middletown, NY. Owners Susan and John Lavelle are experienced hikers with a sense of fun and adventure. Stop by! They are 1 mile from the Rt 17 Wurtsboro exit. Call first to get their hours.