Esopus, Ulster County - Scenic Hudson uses this property as an outdoor classroom for our Environmental Education Program, teaching hundreds of children annually about ecology and environmental ethics.
The 570-acre park is managed under an agreement between our land trust, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the West Esopus Landowners Association.
Deer, foxes, coyotes and wild turkeys roam this property in the Marlboro Mountains. Louisa Pond atop the ridge abounds with osprey, waterfowl and beaver lodges. |
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Features
Perfect for nature study, hiking and mountain biking. More than 3.5 miles of trails. Great views of eastern Hudson River shore and Catskill Mountains. Limited deer and wild turkey (Spring only) hunting allowed (Scenic Hudson permit required, contact us for details). Shaupeneak Trail Map (pdf/430kb) |
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Directions
Crossing Mid-Hudson Bridge from east to west, take Route 9W north for 8.2 miles. Left on Old Post Road. Lower parking lot is 0.2 miles on right. For upper lot, follow Old Post Road to Poppletown Road, which splits off to the right. Parking area is on the left, 2.5 miles from intersection of 9W and Old Post Road. |
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Contact:
Phone: (845) 473-4440, ext. 270
E-mail: landpres@scenichudson.org |
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Operating Hours
Dawn to Dusk |
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 View of Shaupeneak Ridge |
 Shaupeneak Trail Volunteers |
 Misty Reflection on Louisa Pond |
 Autumn View at Louisa Pond |
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