Awosting Falls via Sunset Carriageway Trail
Distance:
2.1 Miles / 3.4 kmType:
Out-and-BackDifficulty:
ModerateTime to Hike:
1 hour, ~5 minutesFeatures:
Surface Type:
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Awosting Falls via Sunset Carriageway Trail at Minnewaska State Park Preserve in Gardiner, New York is a moderate 2.1-mile out-and-back hike featuring a vista point multiple waterfalls, including Awosting Falls.
The trail is gravel, well marked, and heads down to several smaller waterfalls before continuing down further to the larger waterfall -- Awosting Falls. The hike is suitable for kids and families. The park as a whole is beautiful and there's a good amount of trails to choose from, just prepare for it to be busy if you're going on the weekend.
Fee: The fee for parking at Minnewaska is $10 per car.
Parking: Parking can be found at the coordinates provided in the upper lot.
Pets: Leashed dogs are allowed on the trail.
Facilities: Near the parking lot there are porta-potties available, as well as a picnic area.
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Parking
41.728645, -74.237513 -
Main Trailhead
41.728113, -74.23742 -
Awosting Falls
41.734284, -74.236899
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Small waterfall along Peters Kill
41.734397, -74.237618
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Awosting Falls
41.734231, -74.236869
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