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Minnewaska State Park Preserve

Kerhonkson, New York

Minnewaska State Park Preserve

Default image for Awosting Falls via Sunset Carriageway Trail, a 2.1-mile trail in Gardiner, New York (US)
  • 2.1 mi
  • Moderate
  • Out-and-Back
5.0
Default image for Beacon Hill Carriageway Loop, a 1.4-mile trail in Kerhonkson, New York (US)
  • 1.4 mi
  • Easy
  • Loop
0
Default image for Lake Minnewaska Ledges Hike, a 0.6-mile trail in Gardiner, New York (US)
  • 0.6 mi
  • Easy
  • One-Way
0
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Know Before You Go

  • Minnewaska State Park Preserve in Kerhonkson, NY, offers stunning natural beauty with waterfalls, lakes, and forests, making it ideal for hiking, swimming, and picnicking.
  • The park features multiple trails for various skill levels, from easy strolls to challenging climbs, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.
  • Popular attractions include Lake Minnewaska, Lake Awosting, and numerous waterfalls such as Awosting Falls and Rainbow Falls.

About Minnewaska State Park Preserve

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Minnewaska State Park Preserve in Kerhonkson, NY, a haven for hikers of all skill levels. Discover a diverse range of trails, from the moderate, waterfall-rich Awosting Falls via Sunset Carriageway Trail (2.1 miles) to the easy, scenic Beacon Hill Carriageway Loop (1.4 miles). Whether you're seeking stunning views of cascading waterfalls, cliffside vistas, or a peaceful picnic spot, Minnewaska offers something for everyone, including your leashed furry friends. Keep an eye out, you might even recognize some of the landscape from the Apple TV series *Severance*!

Planning your visit to Minnewaska State Park Preserve? Parking is available for a $10 fee, providing access to well-maintained trails like the family-friendly Awosting Falls path and the less-crowded Lake Minnewaska Ledges Hike (0.6 miles), known for its incredible views of the lake. Extend your adventure by connecting the Ledges Hike to the Beacon Hill Loop. Remember to bring water and enjoy the marked trails, and the available facilities such as the picnic areas. For fans of the Apple TV show *Severance*, be sure to keep an eye out for familiar locations along the trails!

Popular categories

Scenic mountain view representing vista trails
Vista trails
Scenic gorge of cascades representing waterfall trails
Waterfall hikes
Rugged mountain terrain representing summit trails
Summit trails
Scenic mountain view representing dog-friendly trails
Dog-friendly
Scenic campsite with a view representing camping trails
Camping trails
Appalachian Trail logo representing A.T. hikes
A.T. hikes

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