Arkadia Cottages by the Reservoir

The Ruth R. Glunt Nature Trail is an easy walk that leads to the Saugerties Lighhouse. Wonderful views of bird fowl, marsh-like vegetation, colorful wild flowers and the Hudson River shoreline await visitors. Hike the Esopus Bend Nature Preserve.

To access the preserve from 9W in Barclay Heights, take Overbaugh Street. Make a left onto Simmons Drive, a right onto Appletree Drive and a left onto Shady Lane. There is a parking lot that can accommodate a few cars. When you enter the preserve at Shady Lane you can follow a 1.2 mile loop trail with blue markers.

Biking in the mountains:                 
Four Historic bike routes

Route 1 -  Historic Route 1

Route 2 -  Historic Route 2          
Route 3 -  Historic Route 3    
Route 4 -  Historic Route 4

Other Great Activities:

Horseback Riding: Rockmount Equestrian Center, 825 Churchland St., Saugerties (845) 246-5547

Nature Preserve: Esopus Creek Conservancy (156 acres)
To access the preserve from 9W in Barclay Heights, take Overbaugh Street. Make a left onto Simmons Drive, a right onto Appletree Drive and a left onto Shady Lane. There is a parking lot that can accommodate a few cars. When you enter the preserve at Shady Lane you can follow a 1.2 mile loop trail with blue markers.

Rock Climbing: Shawangunk Cliffs, New Paltz    www.high-exposure.com

Hunting: Catskill Mountains

Shooting: Saugerties Fish & Game Club

Playgrounds: Small World Playground at Cantine Field, Saugerties

Cantine Field: Saugerties – 127 acre sports and recreational complex

Saugerties Parks:  
Glasco Mini Park (845-246-5890)

A beautiful park on the Hudson River shore, with 2 public slips, a covered Pavilion, power, a playground and picnic facilities.

Seamon Park

A beautifully landscaped year-round park. Perfect for strolling through flowerbeds, playing with kids and viewing the Catskills.

Tina Chorvas Waterfront Park
On the Esopus Creek. A great setting for a relaxing stroll, for launching a kayak or for attending the many events that are held there each year.