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10 Spectacular Catskills Vistas

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Written by: The Urban Viking
Published: December 1, 2024
Sunset Rock North South Lake

Here is a list of 10 of my favorite scenic vistas in the Catskill Mountains of New York and their locations. All of the images in this article were taken by myself and I have visited most of these scenic overlooks multiple times.

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5 Thrilling Catskills Hikes

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Written by: The Urban Viking
Published: January 29, 2022
Buck Ridge Lookout

At just over a 2 hour drive north of New York City, the Catskill Mountains have a multitude of rugged hiking trails for all skill levels. Having much expirience hiking in the region, I put together this list of enjoyable and beautiful hikes that are all great introductions to what the Catskill Mountains has to offer.

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All About Primitive Camping In The White Mountains

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Written by: The Urban Viking
Published: January 18, 2022

Tent Platform

When primitive camping in the White Mountains National Forest, as well as the state parks and lands of New Hampshire, there are a number of rules and regulations that campers must abide by to ensure that the various fragile ecosystems can continue to thrive. In this article I'll cover what regulations need to be followed to minimalize this impact as well as cover the primitive tentsites that are available throughout the region.

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Ten Essentials Gear For Hiking

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Written by: The Urban Viking
Published: December 20, 2021

It can not be stressed enough to plan accordingly for venturing out into the wilderness whether it is for a multi-day backpacking trip or even for the simplest of day hikes. An innocent stray off course and an easy overlook of essential gear can result in disaster with life threatening consequences in an instant, even for the most avid backcountry trekker.

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Gear I Use

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Written by: The Urban Viking
Published: January 14, 2021

My Cooking Set


  1. MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove
  2. TOAKS Titanium 750ml Pot
  3. TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon

Trail Meals


  1. Mountain House Variety
  2. Atkins Meal Bars
  3. Clif Bars
  4. Nature Valley Granola
  5. Fig Bars

My Sleep System


  1. REI Quarter Dome SL 1
  2. REI Half Dome SL 3+
  3. Nemo Forte 35
  4. Nemo Disco 15
  5. Nemo Tensor Pad

Video Gear


  1. GoPro Hero 7 & 9 Black
  2. Ulanzi MT-16 Tripod/Selfie Stick
  3. Edutige ETM-001 Microphone

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