Shaupeneak Ridge
County: Ulster Co
Open: Year-Round
Price: Free
Dog-friendly: Yes, Dogs must be leashed
This preserve offers a cornucopia of treats for nature lovers — wildflower-filled grasslands, woods, a waterfall and pond, stunning rock formations and an abundance of wildlife, including beaver, deer, coyotes and turkeys.
Just as impressive are the vistas, stretching to the Hudson River and, once the leaves fall, the Catskill Mountains. This natural splendor, combined with the rugged terrain, makes Shaupeneak Ridge one of the region’s prime destinations for mountain biking and trail running.
Features include:
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Mountain Biking
- Picnicking
- Wildlife Watching
- Cross country skiing & snowshoeing
HOURS:
Open daily, sunrise to sunset
ADMISSION:
Free