Overview
New Paltz is a small historic college town at the foot of the Shawangunk Ridge in Ulster County, New York. The town is best known for Huguenot Street, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America with original 18th-century houses.
Day Trips · History · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Activities
World-class rock climbing and hiking on Shawangunk Ridge. Several wineries within 15-minute drive. Historic Huguenot Street tours available.
Money
Prices in USD. Budget for $30/night hostel or $250+ for Mohonk Mountain House resort. Wine tastings run $10-14.
Transport
Ulster County Transit buses serve the area. A car is helpful for reaching wineries and trailheads. The town is walkable downtown.
Weather
Best visited spring through fall for outdoor activities. Winter is cold but quiet. Summer weekends get crowded with NYC day-trippers.