Diamond Mountain & Pine Meadow Lake — 5 Mile Hike

Diamond Mountain & Pine Meadow Lake — Harriman State Park

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Join us for a scenic fall hike through Harriman State Park featuring rocky mountain trails, Stony Brook, Pine Meadow Lake, and beautiful views from Diamond Mountain. We'll hike at a conversational pace and take breaks at scenic spots along the way.

Distance: ~5–6 miles
Elevation Gain:~ 800–1,000 feet
Pace: ~2 mph
Difficulty: Moderate/Vigorous — expect rocky and uneven terrain, roots, stream crossings, and some steeper sections
Estimated Time:~ 3–3.5 hours including breaks

This is a social group hike rather than a race. We'll stay together and regroup at major trail intersections and scenic viewpoints.

Please bring:

2–3 liters of water
Snacks/lunch
Sturdy hiking shoes with good traction
Trekking poles recommended
Weather-appropriate layers
Bug spray/sunscreen as appropriate

Important: Harriman trails can be rocky and wet, particularly around the streams. Please make sure you're comfortable hiking on uneven terrain and handling moderate elevation gain.

Meeting point: Reeves Meadow Visitor Center / parking area
Please arrive 15 minutes early so we can organize the group and start on time.