Weddings and Celebrations at Mohonk Preserve
Mohonk Preserve offers a stunning, rustic setting for outdoor weddings and special events. Our Slingerland Pavilion, surrounded by sweeping, uninterrupted views of fields and mountains, is a unique, economical, “green” site for all your event needs. Event site rental for the Slingerland Pavilion is $5,000 and maximum capacity is 120. See the full Pavillion Rental Guidelines and Rates here.
The majestic stone-arch Testimonial Gateway Tower welcomes you to another unique site for your special day. Seating is available at the tower or on the nearby grounds, offering sweeping views of the open fields, forests and the majestic Shawangunk Ridge. Guests can also stroll the historic Pin Oak Allee on the Lenape Lane Carriage Road.
Learn more about these and other special event spots available at Mohonk Preserve! To request information or reserve space, contact Jon Ross, Associate Director of Visitor Experience, at jross@mohonkpreserve.org or (845) 913-5894.









Invite Nature to your Party at the Slingerland Pavilion or the Testimonial Gateway Trailhead
At Mohonk Preserve, you can celebrate any occasion, from a small, casual get-together to a formal party —wedding, anniversary, family reunion, corporate event, birthday party, memorial, company picnic, commitment ceremony, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, and more.
To request more information or reserve space, contact Jon Ross, Associate Director of Visitor Experience, at jross@mohonkpreserve.org or (845) 913-5894.
Location
Located in New York’s Hudson Valley, just an hour and a half from Albany and two hours from New York City, the Slingerland Pavilion is a magnificent, open-air, cedar pavilion located near Mohonk Preserve’s Spring Farm trailhead. The location offers ample parking and stunning views of the Catskill Mountains.
Services
The Preserve’s trained and experienced staff is here to help you have the perfect event. We will coordinate your pavilion rental and meet you and/or your caterer for a planning session. Preserve staff will be on-site on your special day to assist with signage, set up, guest arrival, parking, and clean up—whatever’s needed to ensure that your event goes smoothly.
Become a Mohonk Preserve Member
The Slingerland Pavilion is available for rental to Preserve members. Not a member yet? Becoming a Preserve member is simple and affordable, and you can join when you reserve the Slingerland Pavilion.
Mohonk Preserve Membership Benefits include...
- Access to the Preserve’s trail network from sunrise to sunset
- Hike onto neighboring Mohonk Mountain House and Minnewaska State Park lands (access by car subject to fee and availability)
- Subscription to Ridgelines e-newsletter
- Free or reduced admission to special programs, events and summer camps for kids
- 10% discount at the Nature Shop
- Admission and/or discounts at select ANCA-affiliated nature centers
Hike, run, cross-country ski or snowshoe with a Basic Annual Membership.
Basic membership plus climbing, biking and horseback riding privileges with a PLUS+ Annual Membership.
Need help in planning your event? Preserve business members cover everything from lodging and catering, to spa services and local attractions. See our Area Guide page for listings and contact information.
Banner photo by Gerald Berliner