This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Manhattan chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.
For beginner hikers, Sterling Forest offers many leisurely hikes that still provide beautiful scenery. For those up for a slight challenge, going to the Fire Tower is definitely worth it and is completely breath taking.
A view from the Fire Tower down at Sterling Lake
Sterling Lake at level
A fallen tree on the way to the Fire Tower
The view from the Fire Tower facing South
Sterling Forest also has a trail that leads to the Lakeville Ironworks, where much of New York’s mining took place. It was an unexpected surprised but delightful, a part of New York’s history I did not know much about.
Overall, I give this hiking experience a 9/10 and would recommend it to anyone starting out as well as experienced hikers.