A Labor Day Weekend moderate 10-mi hike from Sloatsburg arou

On a perfect September morning, Sundance and GayOutdoors hikers met at Sloatsburg, NY to spend a day hiking to Pine Meadow Lake and back. The group of 16 was friendly, diverse, engaging and exactly what a good hiking group looks like. Drivers from Connecticut and New Jersey met the NYC commuters at the Sloatsburg train station and shuttled them to the trail head, where they met co-leader, Rich, and his companion dog, Chester. Gregory and Rich led the hike along the Pine Meadow trail to Pine Meadow Lake, where the group had lunch and relaxed before hiking around the lake and back. The day was spendid; the conversation relaxed and easy. Group members came from Connecticut, New Jersey and New York City. Chester had his splash in the lake and the day was complete. 

This will be a moderate, 10-mi hike along the Pine Meadow Trail and around Pine Meadow Lake with some time to sit and enjoy the view.

https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/pine-meadow-lake-loop-ff7a211?u=i&sh=7btpql

Enjoy a Labor Day weekend hike in Harriman on a moderate trail to enjoy the outdoors and beautiful Pine Meadow Lake with Rich and Greg. Rich will be with his leashed companion dog Chester. Rain date will be September 3rd.

The hike is also posted on Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/sundance-outdoor-adventure-society/events/295329677/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link

START POINT:
The hike will begin at 10:15 AM at the Sloatsburg NJT train station.

Overview:
We will hike along the Pine Meadow Trail with little elevation, beautiful brooks and streams, and around the lake with beautiful views of the water and sky. We will have lunch at the lake side and take some time to sit by the water before returning.

Transportation options:
1. Shortline Bus from Port Authority Bus Station at 9:10 AM arriving in Sloatsburg at 10:07 AM. You will have to walk a few steps to the train station. Return public transportation will be on the NJT train to Penn Station which leaves hourly for NYC.

Drivers who are able to meet bus riders at the NJT Sloatsburg station to shuttle them to the trail head, please message me. 

2. Drive to the Sloatsburg Reeve Meadows Center on 100 Seven Lakes Dr, Sloatsburg, NY 10974 and Park. Meet hiking group at the NJT station to shuttle them to the trail head.

Preparation:
The hike is moderate with little elevation but there is an area around the lake that requires some balance to walk. Please wear well-fitting hiking boots/shoes, sun wear, sunscreen, tick prevention, trekking poles and rainwear. At least 2 liters of water, a hearty lunch, energy snacks and sunglasses.

Fitness:
This hike is suitable for new hikers but good balance and the ability to walk briskly for 10 miles is required.