Bike

What type of mountain biking is available at the Mohonk Preserve?

• Access to over 80 miles of carriage roads in the Gunks (or Shawangunks), including 30 miles on the Preserve, with linkages to the bike routes of the adjacent Minnewaska State Park Preserve and the Mohonk Mountain House resort
  
  
• Incomparable & varied scenery ranging from cliff-top views to open meadows
  
  
• Varied topography to meet the needs of novice and experienced bikers. Because of the sudden elevations in the Gunks, many of the bike routes will test your endurance and strength. A great place to train.

Are there limitations?

Yes, just a few...

• There is no technical singletrack on the three major properties. All mountain bike riding is restricted to designated bike routes, which encompass most of the carriage roads on the ridge.
  
  
• A Preserve day permit will allow you to bike (not drive) onto all three properties; paying the Minnewaska parking fee only gives you access to Minnewaska.
  
  
• Day visitors biking onto Mohonk Mountain House property must purchase a day permit from the Preserve and sign a waiver, and may not park at the Mountain House Gatehouse.
  
  
• Preserve day permits are available at the Preserve's Visitor Center, at one of their trailheads, or from a ranger in the field.
  
  
• Helmets are always required.
  
  
• Maximum speed is 15 mph.
  
  
• Mountain bike riders are expected to understand and comply with the Rules of the Trail of the International Mountain Bicycling Association:
  
  
  • Ride on open carriage roads only
    (designated bike routes).
  • Leave no trace - no litter, no skid marks.
  • Control your bike.
  • Always yield to pedestrians and horseback riders, who have the right of way.
  • Never scare animals.

 Is there a fee?

Yes. You can download a Membership Form (PDF, 119KB) now, or you can buy a day pass or membership at a trailhead or at the Visitor Center.