Appalachian Trail New York and New Jersey
From Connecticut to the Kittatinny Ridge in New Jersey, the Trail?s terrain is less wild than to the north. Palisades Interstate Park is much frequented. Along the Kittatinny Ridge the Trail is rugged and more remote than elsewhere in these states.

Trailhead: Pawling

Permit Information
Permits are not required to walk the Trail or for overnight camping in NY and NJ. Vehicles and pack animals are prohibited.

Directions
Access the AT as it enters New York from Connecticut at Pawling, NY on Rt. 22.

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