Minnewaska State Park
Gardiner, New York
| Address: | ~Hamilton Point Trail, Gardiner, NY 12525, USA |
| GPS: |
41°43'43.9"N 74°14'14.2"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | New York |
| Trail Length: | 15.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Beginner |
| Trail Type: | Network |
| MTB Trail Type: | Fire Road |
Mountain Bike
There are multiple spots to park but the best starting point is Minnewaska State Park main parking. The upper parking lot overlooking Lake Minnewaska is best. This is mostly loose gravel and all carriage roads. This is not for the hammerhead but more for the beginner with fantastic views. First three miles is mostly climbing but not too steep a grade. If your looking to bomb, this isn't the place. It is shared by hikers so caution is advised. Many of the trails can be connected for many miles. Maybe 1000' of climbing or so. Trails are very well marked. I took the Upper Awosting trail 3.1 miles to the Lake Awosting trail, around Lake Awosting. I then took the Castle Point trail back to the parking. The views from Castle Point and Kempton Ledge are amazing. I went during fall foliage and it was great. This loop totaled about 12 miles. You can get some speed on the way down from Kempton Ledge so be careful. Many exposed ledges! Courtesy of Singletracks.com
Long bike tour on carriage trails in Minnewaska State Park. Outstanding scenery around Lake Awosting and along the Castle Point carriageway.Courtesy of MTBProject.com
More Information
Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Gardiner, New York
- Head south on Dusinberre Rd toward Main St (36 ft)
- Turn right onto US-44 E/Main St (9.4 mi)
- Turn left (0.7 mi)
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