Minnewaska State Park Preserve
A high mountain lake and cliff overlook on the Shawangunk Ridge, with clear water ringed by white cliffs. It is the valley's most popular hiking spot.
Atop the Shawangunk Ridge sits Lake Minnewaska, ringed by white conglomerate cliffs. The loop trail around the lake is about 3 km and suitable for everyone. For a more challenging hike, try the Castle Point or Gertrude's Nose trails, which overlook the valley and the distant Catskill Mountains. The park also has Lake Awosting, Rainbow Falls and the ice caves at Sams Point. Parking costs about $10 per vehicle. On weekends and during foliage season the entrance often closes once the car park is full, so arrive early.
Opening hours
About 09:00–19:00 (seasonal changes)
Nearby sights
- Mohonk Preserve
- Mohonk Mountain House
- Historic Huguenot Street
- Walkway Over the Hudson
- Kingston Stockade District
- Legoland New York
- Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
- Home of FDR National Historic Site & Presidential Library