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Onteora Lake Yellow Trail Loop

Join us on the Yellow Trail in Bluestone Wild Forest, a scenic 3.3-mile loop winding between Onteora Lake and Pickerel Pond. Moderate with rolling, wooded terrain and beautiful pond and lake views, it's a great way to get outside and enjoy nature in the Hudson Valley.

Hike Overview

• 3.3-mile loop
• AllTrails Rating: Moderate
• ~1 to 1.5 hours
• 272 ft elevation gain
• Rolling terrain with no major climbs
• Rocky in sections
• Can be muddy or buggy following rain

What to Bring

• Sturdy walking shoes or hiking boots
• Water and a snack
• Bug spray
• Sun screen
• Trekking poles suggested

Directions

Onteora Lake--Bluestone Wild Forest
906 NY-28, Kingston, NY 12401
Upper parking area.

• From the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge, take NY-199 W to US-209 S.
• Exit at NY-28 W toward Pine Hill.
• The trail head is on the right about 3 miles west of the traffic circle, across from Brad's Barns.
• There are is a parking area right off NY-28. Don't park there. Continue up the road to teh upper parking area near the trail head.
  
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Want to car pool or other questions? Contact Mark H. at 917-562-9314.