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Breakneck Ridge Trails
Challenge

Breakneck Ridge Trails

Breakneck Ridge is considered one of the best and toughest day hikes in the country. A Steep ascent up rock ledges offer beautiful views of the Hudson highlands and Hudson River located in Cold Spring, New York. Its distinctive rocky cliffs are visible for a long distance when approached from the south, and together with Storm King Mountain on the opposite bank of the Hudson River forms Wey-Gat, or Wind Gate, the picturesque northern gateway to the Hudson Highlands. Breakneck Ridge is one of the hikes you need to complete the Hudson Highlands Wey-Gat Challenge.

Challenge Rules: Hike one of the amazing Breakneck Ridge Trails. All trails start at the Breakneck Ridge Trail (White Blazes) Nimham Trail - Moderate 1.9 Miles Undercliff Trail - Moderate to Strenuous 2.5 Miles Breakneck Bypass - Moderate to Strenuous 3.25 Miles Notch Trail - Moderate to Strenuous 4.5 Miles This Challenge is open all year round. Log your hike on the provided log sheet. Share on social media with #garryowenhiking #breakneckridgetrailschallenge

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Breakneck Ridge Challenge Basic Package

Breakneck Ridge Challenge Package

  • Breakneck Patch

  • Breakneck Sticker

  • Garryowen & Hiking Challenge Sticker

  • Tree Planted by National Forest Foundation for your challenge participation 

  • Free Digital Map Download

  • Log Sheet

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Breakneck Ridge Challenge Day Hiker Package

Breakneck Ridge Challenge Package

  • Breakneck Tshirt

  • Breakneck Patch

  • Breakneck Sticker

  • Garryowen & Hiking Challenge Sticker

  • Tree Planted by National Forest Foundation for your challenge participation 

  • Free Digital Map Download

  • Log Sheet

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