East Trapps Trailhead — Attraction in Town of Gardiner

The Mohonk Preserve does a good job maintaining the trails and climbing area. And it's a nice visitor's center with parking. However, they charge $15 per person for hiking access and $20 for climbing and biking. There are annual rates at a discount. Minnewaska State Park is right next to the preserve, charges $10 per vehicle, and has waterfalls, the lake, and plenty of free...

The fee is $20 per day to climb here. I smell corruption, but I have no proof. I did pull up the Preserve’s Form 990. In 2023, they had over 6m in public support and revenue. I’m no Einstein but that’s a big number to upkeep some trails and place some placards. Open to someone explaining away...

Beautiful place, on a sharp curve. Just be very careful for all of the traffic in the area. Other than that its an amazing hiking spot not for a newbie. The views are absolutely astonishing. You can see across the whole valley! Even all the way past the hudson river. I...