Giant Stairs Redoux: Big Rocks, Big Fun

Nov '09 1 Sun 10:00 AM
Location
State Line Lookout

Palisades Blvd
Alpine, NJ 07620

How to find us
"Look for a meetup sign just outside the Lookout Inn! Will send phone numbers"

Attendance
 8  people attended.
5.00 5.007 (7 ratings)

Who organized?
Amy

Donation

$1.00 per person
refund policy

The Giant Stairs route is the "hike of hikes" in the Palisades--mostly rock scramble, steep ascent, steep descent. It is a three mile loop that begins and ends at the State Line Lookout in Alpine, NJ. There are views of the Hudson River, and the Bronx on the other side. The group that went last February thought it would be great to see in the fall!

Estimated time for the Giant Stairs loop will be about 2-4 hours; there are a lot of fun things to see on this trail, so we may break into two groups (i.e., speed hikers and "explorers" :) BYO lunch, or we can eat at the refreshment stand at the Lookout Inn after the Giant Stairs.

I make no claims to be leading or guiding. Hike at your own risk. The Palisades Park website states "Older children and adults should be in good shape and relatively confident of their hiking abilities if they wish to attempt this hike." This is not a recommended hike for kids under 12 or dogs. Copperhead snakes live in the rocks, although the website says they are "seldom seen." This is a park in an urban area. If the weather looks bad for that day I'll send out a cancellation email by 5 pm friday.

Maps are available at the lookout shelter/restaurant, you can also print your own from the link below.

Palisades website has a TON of info; history, trails, lookouts, directions, it's all there. Impressive.
The Carpool Spreadsheet. Drivers add your info. Passengers check with a driver before adding yourself to their car!

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  • Mark_H
    Mark_H

    Amy, 7:15 will be fine. Do you and Tina have to insert your names in the spreadsheet?

    Posted Oct 31, 2009 7:45 PM
  • Amy
    Amy

    Just a note...you'll be taking exit 2 off the Palisades Boulevard, for the State Line Lookout. will put it in the email but need a reminder :)

    Posted Oct 30, 2009 12:28 AM
  • Amy
    Amy

    7:30 from Lawnside sounds good...may want to make it 7:15 just in case. It's a bit confusing once you get on the parkway, last time it took us about half an hour just to find the right exit!

    Posted Oct 30, 2009 12:23 AM
  • Nishi
    Nishi

    I live in Lawrenceville, off 95 Exit 5A, or even 295 last exits. Need a ride! Anyone going my way? I have updated the Carpool Spreadsheet. I can drive up to a closer meeting place. Please let me know.

    Posted Oct 29, 2009 8:11 PM
  • Mark_H
    Mark_H

    Amy, you have been there. You were shooting for 7:00 on the spreadsheet.

    Posted Oct 29, 2009 7:45 PM
  • A former member

    Hey Ames.

    I was going to put myself on the spreadsheet but I'm not sure if I'm driving yet. I was going to ride with you guys but if we are desperate for driver then I was going to drive. I don't want anyone who wants to go to miss out.

    Posted Oct 29, 2009 9:32 AM
  • Amy
    Amy

    I'd really appreciate it if people used the carpool spreadsheet, that way everyone knows what's being offered and it cuts down greatly on confusion..... :)

    Posted Oct 28, 2009 8:18 PM
  • Mark_H
    Mark_H

    I have not been there before. 2.5hrs drive seems right. Think of the drive time to the Tappan Zee and a quick stop along the way. 7:30 departure? Andrew, Tina and Amy can fit very comfortably

    Posted Oct 28, 2009 6:27 AM
  • A former member

    I would actually like a ride but I can most certainly drive as well. If I do drive, I can fit 3 others comfortably and 4 if they don't mind getting a little cozy in the back. I have plenty of room for gear as well.

    Posted Oct 27, 2009 12:38 PM
  • Tina
    Tina

    Hi Mark, me, too. See you at Lawnside. what time?

    Posted Oct 27, 2009 10:57 AM
  • Amy
    Amy

    I'll meet you at Home Depot Mark!

    Posted Oct 14, 2009 12:02 PM
  • Mark_H
    Mark_H

    CamCo NJ people. Meet at Lawnside Home Depot?

    Posted Sep 27, 2009 7:26 PM
  • Amy
    Amy

    sorry David, didn't realize that maybes were off when I posted :)

    Posted Sep 27, 2009 1:38 PM

Who attended?

  • 8 attendees
    • “ Amy, Great choice. This hike had a variety features. Good to catch up with some and meet new members. ”
    • “ great hike with a great group! ”
    • Amy
      “ Great hike, awesome company! Thanks for coming out guys! ”
    • Rob
      Agent iPhone
      “ Fun hike with some nice views and moderately difficult bits. Scrambling and steep climbs. Nice food at mountsintop eatery. All out of the homemade veggie burgers :( ”
    • Ed
      Head Sherpa
      “ The hike was awesome. Thanks Amy. ”
    • 2 former members

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