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Shaupeneak Ridge Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 222 Google reviews · Running trail in New Paltz, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Shaupeneak Ridge Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
936.5 acres of park, offering forested hiking trails, a pond, waterfall & elevated river views.
What runners say about Shaupeneak Ridge Park
“Beautiful uphill walk through the winterscape with running streams, waterfalls, and great views over the Hudson!”
“Most trails are beginner friendly and pets are welcome.”
Nice hiking area with several short trails you can string together. One area features a beautiful overlook of the Hudson river. This preserve is managed by Scenic Hudson and there is no fee. Make sure you keep your dog on a leash and check for ticks frequently.
It’s a very nice trail for what it offers. We hiked the red, green, orange and blue trails. There were no long ascents or descents. I would rate it at moderate difficulty. Most people who can walk a couple miles should be able to do it. The red loop is very easy and brings you to a nice overlook.
Beautiful spot for a hike. Trails are not that long. I did blue,orange,white and purple (lower lot) There were lots of roots and rocks, walking stick helpful, (found mine along the way). Moderate hike. Orange trail goes through grasses and ferns. Not much bigger than game trail in spots.
Scrabbly trails worthy of a walking stick. But no dirtbike or quad damage (hurray!!). Views inward and outward. Birdsongs and a booming barred owl. A perfect early Sunday morning hike.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful uphill walk through the winterscape with running streams, waterfalls, and great views over the Hudson!”
“Make sure you keep your dog on a leash and check for ticks frequently.”
“You'll have to head back out and loop all the way around to the southern entrance, which is maintained all year.”
“It's quite an uphill trek from the parking lot, never made it to top as it was too hot & humid.”
“I did blue,orange,white and purple (lower lot) There were lots of roots and rocks, walking stick helpful, (found mine along the way).”
Plan your run at Shaupeneak Ridge Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitescenichudson.org
- Phone(845) 473-4440
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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