Minnewaska State Park Preserve

Minnewaska State Park Preserve is a state or provincial park Kerhonkson located in United States.

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5281 Route 44-55 Kerhonkson , NY 12446 United States

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hiking scenic views trails minnewaska fresh air picnics spacious biking waterfalls lakes swimming well park
Heather

Love this place for hiking . It's 8 dollars to get in. You can picnic , you have to bring your own grill. Dogs are allowed in that area. On the trail too. There's a small beach too. Awesome views !

Paige C

Amazing selection of hiking trails . We chose a few that led in a loop (total of 7 miles) and had a great time. Explore the path leading to Gertrude's Nose. A bit difficult, but definitely worth it!

Melissa Zayas

What can I say I love Minnewaska ! No matter my mood I can go here and get recharged and feel better. I enjoy seeing the waterfall , lake , endless trails and stunning views .

Anne Brooks

Gorgeous place for a hike (and swim ) in the summer or fall. In the winter put in some snowshoes. Gorgeous vistas with the Catskills in the distance!

Casey

The loop is easy with a ton of great views but crowded . Trails to the waterfalls aren't too bad. There are other trails just as relaxing but a little more difficult. Favorite place I've been all year.

Nicole Rovig

Use an app to make sure you are getting on the correct trail head. Look for Castle Point. The views are spectacular from there! Well worth the hike .

Rachel

Beautiful scenic views , there is a wide two mile loop trail around the lake , $10 per car and worth it!

Daniel McDonough

Really fun hiking . Bring your swim suits. Lots of different places to take a quick swim in the lake .

Michelle Wiles

Fabulous hiking . Carriage trail isnt too difficult and the views are incredible

Caroline L

Tons of trails . You can make a hike as easy as you want or as hard as you want. The Gunks are beautiful!

Gingere La

winter XC skiing & telemark skiing . well - groomed , scenic trails with gentle hills . Rent XC skis @ Rock & Snow in New Palt, and ask for trail conditions there.

Jisu P

Pack a picnic and find a spot with a great view . This park is beautiful!

Zengpan Fan

Cheaper to enter in the winter comparing with the trail cross street. If the $15 per person is too much for you cross street, come here.

Jimmy Kastner

I only passed through this park on the way north. It's definitely worth visiting... even if it's just a drive through the mountain .

Joe Crobak

Tons of hiking from short trails to long. In the summer, there's swimming in some of the likes. Keep an eye out for rock climbers.

Sandra Baez

Very easy hike with beautiful views . Bring water and drench yourself with good bug spray.

Geno C.

If you're a dog owner, consider taking your dog hiking at this park . The views are amazing. Great place to take your girlfriend. Just saying. ;-)

Papa Baffour-Awuah

See the waterfalls in the Peters Kill area. Follow the red trail markers.

Parks & Trails New York

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Daniel McDonough

Great trails for hiking .

Nazan Osmanoğlu

Awesome view . Best place in New Paltz ????

Laura Gorman

very pretty! nice trails , super nice views

Ms. Envy

Beautiful And Serene! Great Exercise Even For A Short Stroll.

Rhea Burke

Rainbow falls was awesome day after rainstorm

Ann Thomason

Great place to take the family hiking

Jessica Ferrucci

Beautiful, easy hiking

Cailin Welch

Great place to hike with friends...I recommend the Loop. It is a great place to walk your dog.

Alyssa Giordano

Great place to hike , good waterfalls

Jeremy Beker

Beautiful hikes

Ed C

Does anyone know why there are so many Japanese tourists here? They have serious hiking gear.

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Lake
Lake Awosting

Awesome place to relax after hiking or mountain biking. - Kostas

Scenic Lookout
Castle Point

What a spectacular view! It’s a fantastic hike and the paths are very well maintained. We got within six feet of a buck deer who posed for us. It was awesome. - Nicole Rovig

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Lake
Lake Minnewaska

Beautiful 2 mile walking trail around the lake. - Paul Murphy

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Trail
Gertrude's Nose

Gorgeous in the fall with the leaves changing but beautiful all year round with the rock formations! Definitely worth the views if you are up for a long walk! - Caroline L

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Trail
Peter's Kill

I've been sunburned, skinny dipped, chased chipmunks and gazed at the south side of the Catskills here. Recommend. - Andrea Girolamo

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Waterfall
Awosting Falls

A great place for an easy nature hike, with a picture perfect view of the falls. - Emily Rose Thompson

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German
Mountain Brauhaus

The goulash was delicious. Start the meal with it and then get a second cup for dessert - Blake J. Graham