Quick Summary:
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Why is New Paltz a great day trip from NYC?
- If you are looking for fun day trips from NYC, consider New Paltz, a small, picturesque town in New York State between New York City and Albany.
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What is New Paltz known for?
- It is well known for the State University of New York at New Paltz and for great rock climbing.
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What outdoor activities can visitors enjoy in New Paltz?
- The Shawangunk Ridge that overshadows the town is considered one of the best rock-climbing sites in North America.
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Are there wineries near New Paltz?
- New Paltz is surrounded by great wineries, and visitors following the Shawangunk Wine Trail often visit the area.
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Enjoy the outdoors at Minnewaska State Park
Go hiking in Mohonk Preserve
Taste delicious new wines at Robibero Winery
Browse art at DM Weil Gallery
Hike along The Wallkill Valley Rail Trail
Pick your own apples in the fall at Dressel Farms
Have pizza and cider at Twin Star Orchards
Go bird-watching in The Nyquist-Harcourt Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit the decadent Lagusta's Luscious chocolate shop
See a show at the John R. Kirk Planetarium
Admire art at the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art
Go shopping at Water Street Market and DENIZEN Theatre
Get pampered at The Spa at Mohonk Mountain House
Pick your own berries at Jenkins Lueken Orchards
Work out at BC's New Paltz Climbing Gym
Have lunch at P&G's
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