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Mohonk Preserve

PO Box 715, New Paltz, NY 12561
845-225-0919
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Ranked #3 of 10 attractions in New Paltz
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Parks
Activities: Hiking, Golfing, Tennis
Owner description: Mohonk Preserve is the largest private nature preserve in New York. The Preserve protects 7,000 acres of the Shawangunk Ridge and inspires people to... more » Owner description: Mohonk Preserve is the largest private nature preserve in New York. The Preserve protects 7,000 acres of the Shawangunk Ridge and inspires people to care for, enjoy, and explore the natural world. Preserve lands are open sunrise to sunset every day for hiking, climbing, biking, skiing, horseback riding, and nature study. A current membership or day pass is required to access the lands. Admission to the Visitor Center is always free. « less
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Virginia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

The creative approaches to mundane concerns, such as protection of specimen plantings from natural predators, are an inspiration to those of us wishing to take the Mohonk philsophy home with us. Take pictures. Take notes. Revel in it.

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Stormville
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Was a beautiful Place and has trails and outstanding views. Getting up to the hotel was a little drive but a very pretty drive.

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

So on the other side of the water from the Mohonk Mountain House is this big forest. The guest of the Mountain House loved it so much that they got together and bought it so it would always be available for everyone to enjoy. Go there and do just that. It's a wonderful wilderness experience.

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Kingston, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

A really nice experience and great views. The food is good, the people are nice, the lake is nice and the views as I said are GREAT. The hotel rooms are ok. They are old but that is their selling point and they are expensive. This is where the United Nations was born. Well worth the visit.

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Delray Beach, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

We stayed at the Blue Willow Bed and Breakfast in Stone Ridge and spent two days enjoying the hiking at Mohonk Preserve. Wonderfully scenic and we had terrific weather. Highly recommend.

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Catskills, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

This is one of the most beautiful areas in and around New Paltz! The hiking trails are groomed and well-preserved and it's easy to navigate, as well, for novices like me!

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Warsaw, Poland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

My family have been coming for years, but this was my first visit after 20+ years away. Unfortunately, the trails were closed due to last remnants of snow, but will have to come back to experience fully next time around. The grounds are lovely and the hotel a historical charm.

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New Paltz, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

Monhonk Preserve, Mohonk House and Minnewaska State Park provide a contiguous set of preserved lands on the Shawangunk Ridge extending many miles long but not that wide. All offer fantastic hiking, climbing and views. There is an extensive network of carridge roads that make for good bicycling and use for big wheeled stroolers. The preserve has several different access points... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

I can use words like breathtaking, magical, enchanting, awe-inspiring, but it's not enough. This preserve is just too incredible to describe. My favorite trail is the Labyrinth, which leads to Lemon Squeeze. This one can be kind of pricey, though, since you have to pay the Mohonk Mountainhouse Day pass, last I checked it was $25 per person with small... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2013

I have been here many times and I still love it!!!!! Excellent place for hiking, one of the best scrambling place in the east coast!!!!! The labyrinth, giant workshop.....and more.... Well maintained trails, great lake and hotel, clean and beautiful views!!!!!! Down side: Getting in you need to pay 25$ / person..... And the maps/ intersections not marked the best!

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