This route presents a stunning but possibly logistically challenging point-to-point adventure featuring a long and lengthy portion of ridge and trail above tree-line, summitting six peaks and passing by several iconic lakes.

The classic approach to the Truchas Peaks most commonly and consistently used by locals, tagging each of the five "summits" that comprise the group (North Truchas, Medio Truchas, West Truchas, South Truchas or Truchas Peak, and Little South Truchas). A steady trail leads to the scenic Trampas Lakes before a steep and challenging climb up a north-facing couloir to arrive on the ridge just east of Sheepshead Peak. From there the route follows the ridgeline to the east, summitting UN 12900, before following the ridge south toward N. Truchas and Medio Truchas. The approach to N.

This Staten Island Perimeter route was planned in 2024. This run is part of a goal to run all of the NYC Borough perimeters.  Most of the route is accessible by bike, but there are few trail sections that can only be run. Some routes may have to be adjusted slightly based on road closures, private neighborhood gates, flooding, etc.

Ascent Description: 

Nice, pretty, relaxed but you need to be fit, and not too busy. Starts from Miette Hot Springs. 2.5 miles 

Out & Back Description:

A serra Fina faz parte da serra da Mantiqueira, uma das principais cadeias de montanha do Brasil. Localiza-se na divisa entre Minas Gerais e São Paulo, estendendo-se até o estado do Rio de Janeiro na sua extremidade leste, ficando bem próxima ao maciço do Itatiaia. Em termos de relevo, a serra Fina apresenta um dos maiores desníveis topográficos do Brasil, com mais de 2.200 metros entre o topo da Pedra da Mina e a base da serra no lado paulista. A Pedra da Mina, que alcança 2798 metros de altitude, é a quarta montanha mais alta do país.