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Full-color, water resistant maps are available at the Visitor Center for $9.99!
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Visitor Center & East Trapps Trailhead
Map & Suggested Hikes
Photo: Christopher Ingui
Hike is highlighted on the map
Sky Top at Mohonk Mountain House – This is a significant 9.5-mile hike with a substantial amount of elevation gain, leading to Mohonk Mountain House lands and Sky Top with the opportunity to connect to the Labyrinth.
About Mohonk PreserveWith over 8,000 acres of mountain ridges, forests, fields, streams, ponds, and other unique and beautiful places, Mohonk Preserve is the largest member and visitor-supported nature preserve in New York State.
Our mission is to protect the Shawangunk Mountains region and inspire people to care for, enjoy, and explore their natural world.
Learn more at mohonkpreserve.org
Version Date 6.14.21
Plan Ahead for a Safe and Pleasant Visit
• Consider the length of your hike and the time you have before the Preserve closes at sunset.
• Check the weather and dress accordingly• Select a hike at the ability level of your
group’s least experienced member.• Help prevent plant damage and erosion:
Stay on marked trails.• Help Keep Wildlife Wild! It is important to
remember to please treat bears and other wildlife with respect and caution. - Bears that lose their natural fear of humans may have to be destroyed. - Make your presence known. Talk, sing, clap hands, or call out to alert bears to your presence. - Do NOT try to interact with an animal by offering food or approaching it. Allow the animal to go about its regular routine undisturbed. - Stay with your gear. Do NOT leave packs, food, or beverages unattended.
To reach the Visitor Center during office hours, call 845-255-0919
For directions to trailheads and more information including hours and fees, and for information about access to our neighbors, Mohonk Mountan House and Minnewaska State Park Preserve, visit us online at: mohonkpreserve.org/visit
For medical or other emergency situations, call 911.
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Suggested Hike
Explore Mohonk Preserve’s Visitor Center for recreation suggestions, directions, and information on local wildlife and geology.
Leaving from the Visitor Center, the ¼-mile East Trapps Connector Trail is a strenuous set of stone steps leading visitors uphill to a network of more than 100 miles of carriage roads and trails and to the West Trapps climbing cliffs.
Our ProgramsTrail MapsLand Use Rules
Conservation Programs We protect fragile habitats, scenic view sheds and key recreation areas and conduct conservation, climate and natural history research to manage the Preserve’s ecosystems. Our Daniel Smiley Research Center houses over a century of critical climate-change and natural history data.
EducationWe serve over 40 area schools and over 14,000 children and adults through our award-winning, innovative outdoor education programs. We help people of all ages and abilities discover the wonders of the natural world.
StewardshipWe protect and manage over 8,000 acres of property including 70 miles of historic carriage roads and trails, along with the Visitor Center, trailheads and other Preserve buildings, facilities and equipment.
Visitor ExperienceWe provide on-land safety and support services for over 300,000 members and visitors annually and maintain the critical balance between recreation and conservation. Our world-class Ranger team creates a safer environment for all members and visitors.
Learn more at mohonkpreserve.org
Support What You Enjoy
Become A MemberBe our partner in preserving the ridge! Join in person at the Visitor Center, at any trailhead or online at mohonkpreserve.org/join
DonateMake an annual, planned, or appreciated security gift and your generosity will help safeguard this special place for everyone for generations to come. For more information about giving options, or assistance in making a gift, please visit mohonkpreserve.org/donate
VolunteerWhether you maintain trails, lead hikes, or share the love of the outdoors with visitors, you will contribute to the protection of this magnificent landscape for future generations. Learn more at: mohonkpreserve.org/volunteer
Join or renew at a trailhead or mohonkpreserve.org/join
• Access to the Preserve’s trail network • Members-only parking at select Trailheads
from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.• Hike and Bike (PLUS+ Members only) at
no additional charge onto neighboring Mohonk Mountain House or Minnewaska State Park Preserve (some restrictions apply; entry by car subject to fee)
• A 10% discount at the Nature Shop• Free admission or discounts at ANCA
nature centers worldwide.
Membership Makes Memories!
All Membership Benefits Include:
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Visitor CenterElev. 692 ft
East Trapps Trailhead
Elev. 749 ft
Marakill Woods
NYS OPRHPManaged by:
Mohonk Preserve
Coxing Trailhead
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Sky Top via East Trapps