Witches Hat

There were a few ways to get up to the Witches Hat, and we were out on a super windy day but the weather was very clear and you could see for miles. What a gem of a location and it was interesting reading more about it. Parking was not very easy from the area that we used, so maybe research that when heading out to take a look.

The GPS took us to a service road that says not to block the gate. We parked there and didn't block the gate obviously. Take the trail behind the gate, keep going up to the service tower to around the service tower until you get to a fork in the road take the middle path that leads up. The trail is light path a few rocks here and there but easily avoided. Lots of spiders though so there is that. Please respect the land and wildlife and do not leave behind garbage and graffiti.

I loved it here! If you follow the trail , it takes a little longer , about 3 minutes past the peace rock , I climbed straight up the side of the hill & i got to Witchs Hat waaaay quicker than the rest of the group that followed the trail. It is a amazing site plus we seen gorgeous deer out there.

A good hike up to it. Cool place to check out.

Awesome place!!! It took a lil bit 2 find it but not bad at all. Very peaceful, and beautiful atmosphere

Awesome place! Quiet and secluded. Very peaceful with a slight mysterious feel.

Amazing hike up to the witch's hat this morning just before the rain came in. So quiet and peaceful. A wonderful view of the pagoda as well!

Great historic place. Really cool setting and location. Really like the atmosphere. Ant you can go there for free

This is a great hike, full of history. It's a little difficult to find if you're not sure where you're going. We went there longest, most difficult way only to find the easy trail afterwards. Wouldn't suggest going at night, seems like a spot kids like to go to drink and do whatever. You can see The Witches Hat on the top of Neversink Mt. If you're at the Pagoda and looking out towards the city it will be visible on the mountain to your left. It's pretty easy to pick out with its' pointy roof. Definitely worth the trek. Great views from the top.

I have lived in the area my whole life and this was the first time I have ever been. The only complaint I have is there should be a better way of showing where exactly to go to find it. Other than that it was a great place to hike to. Will be going back.

A small hike to the top. Parking is very limited, but you can park 1 or 2 cars in the turn near the gate.

Very cool place with lots of hiking and mountain trails and nice views.

Nice hike to get there and cool looking building. I just hope the kids on ATVS and motorcycles don't ruin it for others.

Great little hike up the mountain side. Enjoyed the view.

love the hat... love that neversink Klapperthal takes his own personal time to keep it beautiful for all of us! my puppy Bentley lane thinks it is his place to get a treat and a drink

Awesome spot for Mountain biking, hiking and climbing.definitely going back.

Nice getaway from the city. Some pretty steep trails and rocky also.
Beware of the animal sacrifices that are sometimes found up there and around the mountain. Go protected.
Yes really...

GEM to say the least! Unkept is an understatment but beautiful gazebo/pavillion.

Great spot, interesting structure with a nice view and can see the Pagoda on the other mountain. Too bad people are defacing and doing graffiti there. During my visit, some ppl said, excuse me we're about to do some graffiti on this structure. Strange. And the scent of the paint fumes made us leave sooner than we wanted as it was a nice place to rest, snack and meditate. I thought graffiti on nature was inappropriate and rude, but this was just as bad, selfish and disrespectful to an 1800s historical structure. Anyways, still worth the hike to get here. Beautiful wildflowers were in bloom too.

great place to see if you've never been. Nice view over the city of reading.