Mohonk Preserve - 1 hour 30 min Day Trip from NYC

Review & FAQ:

• What is the Mohonk Preserve?
  • The Mohonk Preserve is a popular, private 8,000-acre nature preserve located in New Paltz, New York, on the slopes of the Shawangunk Mountains.
• Where is the Mohonk Preserve located?
  • The preserve is part of the Appalachian mountain range and is located about 90 miles from New York City.
• What types of landscapes can visitors find at the Mohonk Preserve?
  • The preserve’s diverse environment includes dense old forests, cliffs, streams, and ponds.
• What outdoor activities are available at the Mohonk Preserve?
  • The preserve has more than 70 miles of carriage roads and about 40 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and skiing.
• Why is the Mohonk Preserve popular with climbers?
  • The area is very popular with mountain climbers, who come from all over the country to explore over 1,000 climbing destinations.
• How is the Mohonk Preserve supported?
  • The preserve is supported by private donations, membership fees, and a modest entrance fee.
• What conservation efforts are in place at the Mohonk Preserve?
  • The preserve offers programs in environmental education, land protection, and scientific research.
• What rare species can be found at the Mohonk Preserve?
  • The preserve is home to over 1,400 plant and animal species, including rare and endangered species such as the peregrine falcon, and 2,000 acres of rare native dwarf pitch pine.
• Where can visitors stay near the Mohonk Preserve?
  • Mohonk Mountain House offers Victorian-style rooms in a beautiful setting.
• Where is the Mohonk Preserve located?
  • 3197 State Route 55, New Paltz, NY 12561,
    Phone: 845-255-0919

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