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The ultimate
outdoor playground

Enjoy 85 miles of hiking trails, try mountain biking, or scramble to Sky Top Tower. Craving more adventure? Explore the Shawangunk Mountains with our Via Ferrata experiences.

*All activities are subject to weather conditions

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All Hiking & Outdoor Adventure Activities

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Hiking

Year Round

Mohonk Mountain House offers over 85 miles of hiking trails, ranging from beginner to advanced levels of difficulty. Our hiking trails are the perfect resort outdoor activity for our guests of all ages to participate in and see the most breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley.

Guided Hikes

Daily | Year Round

Discover Mohonk’s natural history and indigenous wildlife on a guided hike.

Call 845-256-2186 to book a private hiking experience for an additional fee.

Rock Scrambles

Mid-April – Mid-November

Mohonk is famous for its Lemon Squeeze, which lies within the Labyrinth rock scramble. Climb through naturally-formed boulders to reach iconic views of the Hudson Valley.

Via Ferrata

Year Round

Embark on a thrilling adventure like no other with our Eagle Cliff Via Ferrata, offering a blend of rock climbing, cable traverses, and aerial staircases for an unforgettable journey through the Shawangunk Mountains.

Exclusively for guests with a Stay Experience. Ages 13+. To sign up, please call the Recreation Office at 845-256-2186.

Pinnacle Ledge Tour

Year Round

Experience spectacular scenery on this guided walking and rock scramble tour as you explore several historic footpaths along the Sky Top ridge. This path features several awe-inspiring moments, including an aerial bridge walkway and a sky ladder.

Exclusively for guests with a Stay Experience. Ages 13+. To sign up, please call the Recreation Office at 845-256-2186.

Snowshoeing

Winter months

Snowshoes allow you to explore places you can’t reach by skis for incredible views and outdoor exercise. Mohonk offers guests the opportunity to explore 30+ miles of trails while snowshoeing in Upstate NY.

Winter Hiking

Winter months

Come up for crisp mountain air and the most scenic Catskills winter hiking!

Rock Climbing

Year Round

Mohonk offers some of the best rock climbing in the Northeast. Take in breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley as you scale the heights of the Shawangunk Ridge.

Cross-Country Skiing

Winter months

Glide through a network of 30 miles of groomed trails leading to magnificent views and sweeping vistas. Choose your level of challenge with our trails of varying difficulty.

Mountain Biking

Spring – Fall

Experience the rugged, scenic beauty of the Hudson Valley. Explore over 40 miles of wooded trails and dramatic outlooks.

Bring your own bike, or rent one from our Wheelworks Shop!

Couple Enjoying an Outdoor Adventure at Our Hudson Valley Resort

Couple Mountain Biking at Our Upstate NY Resort

Must-Do Hikes

Labyrinth + Lemon Squeeze Rock Scramble

Strenuous

Suggested for 8 and up. From the Lake Porch, begin on Lake Shore Road. Labyrinth opening is located directly across the Lake from the Mountain House. Featuring narrow crevices and rock formations that demand agility and nimbleness, this unique trail presents adventurers with a combination of natural beauty, physical challenge, and a touch of adventure. Return via Sky Top Road to pass Lily Pond.

1.1 miles

Sky Top Tower

Mild

From the Lake Porch, take Sky Top Path until you reach the Tower. On a clear day, six states can be seen from the observation deck. Return via Sky Top Road to pass Lily Pond.

In winter, from the Lake Porch, take Huguenot Drive to Sky Top Road.

1.1 miles in warm months
3.25 miles in winter

Eagle Cliff: Mindfulness Hike – Virtually guided by Nina Smiley Ph.D.

Easy

From the Valet Porch, take Eagle Cliff Road past the Tennis Courts for an easy-moderate walk through the lush forests. Scan QR codes along the way at summerhouses & look-outs to be guided through a mindfulness exercise with Nina Smiley Ph.D. herself.

1.7 miles

Copes Lookout

Easy

From the Valet Porch, take Copes Lookout Road past the Tennis Courts to the Scenic Vista at the end of the road loop. Return via Copes Lookout Path.

1 mile

Around the Lake

Easy

From the Valet Porch, start toward Eagle Cliff, then descend the stairs to the Bathing Beach. Turn right and take Undercliff Path to the cool woods at the southern end of the Lake. Return via Forest Drive and Lake Shore Path and Road.

1 mile

Mohonk Spring

Easy

From the Lake Porch, pass the boat dock and head across the wooden bridge. After the sign to the Labyrinth, turn left on Spring Path to the Mohonk Spring, once used as the source of the resort’s drinking water. Return via Forest Drive and Lake Shore Road.

1 mile

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100 Years of
Sky Top Tower

Standing tall since 1923, Sky Top Tower was originally constructed to be used as a forest fire lookout station. Earlier versions of the tower had succumbed to the elements, and after the passing of Mohonk’s founder, Albert K. Smiley, a committee of guests formed a plan for a memorial tower in his honor.

The tower was constructed out of excavated stone from the ridge it resides on. The excavation left a large pit directly under the tower, which was then converted into a working reservoir, which is still in place today.