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Airport drive
Suggested stay
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Vehicle notes
Class C Motorhome — Sleeps 4
From $245/day · typical rate
Drive-and-sleep motorhome with kitchen and bathroom.
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State Park Capacity
Minnewaska and Mount Beacon lots fill very early on pleasant weekends. Have a secondary plan or a local town walk prepared if entry is restricted.
Gunks and Rural Corridors
Expect intermittent signal in the Shawangunk Mountains and rural parts of Route 44/55. Offline maps are recommended for navigating to remote trailheads.
Town-Based Services
Fuel and electric charging are concentrated in hubs like Kingston, New Paltz, and Poughkeepsie. Services are sparse within the state park boundaries.
Seasonal Trail Access
Carriage roads in Minnewaska may be reserved for skiing or snowshoeing in winter. Spring mud season can lead to temporary closures of fragile footpaths.
Regional Bridge Crossings
Moving between the east and west banks requires using the Mid-Hudson, Beacon-Newburgh, or Kingston-Rhinecliff bridges. Allow extra time for toll queues and traffic.
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Sleeps 2 campervans
Est. from $95/day · typical rate
Compact van-style camper that sleeps two, easier to park.
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Flights to SWF
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3 days in Hudson Valley
- 01
Highlands Art and River Towns
Suggested: 10 AM from Beacon Station
Dia Beacon
Explore large-scale contemporary art installations in a converted industrial space near the river.
Mount Beacon Park
Hike the steep stairs and switchbacks for a panoramic view of the Hudson River and the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge.
Allow 15-20 minutes between Beacon and Cold Spring; traffic varies on Route 9D
Dia Beacon requires advanced timed-entry tickets; check their official calendar.
Pick up your vehicle at SWF → - 02
Shawangunk Ridges and Sky Lakes
Suggested: 8:30 AM from New Paltz
Lake Minnewaska
Walk the relatively level carriage roads circling the glacial lake and white conglomerate cliffs.
Awosting Falls
A short walk from the main parking area leads to this 60-foot drop over the Peters Kill.
Allow 25 minutes from New Paltz; parking lots often reach capacity by mid-morning
Verify if the swimming area is open at Lake Minnewaska during your visit.
Tours for today's stops → - 03
Historic Estates and Elevated Walks
Suggested: 9 AM from Poughkeepsie
Walkway Over the Hudson
Cross the world's longest elevated pedestrian bridge for views extending to the Catskill Mountains.
Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Tour the residential grounds and library to learn about the 32nd President's connection to the valley.
Allow 20 minutes between the Walkway and Hyde Park; Route 9 can be congested
The Walkway is highly exposed; bring a windbreaker or sun protection depending on the season.
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Reservations · Moderate
Verify State Park and Historic Site Entry Requirements
Access to Minnewaska State Park Preserve and Mohonk Preserve typically requires daily fees or specific passes, with parking capacity acting as the primary bottleneck. Historic sites like the Vanderbilt Mansion or Home of FDR often require timed tour tickets purchased through the official NPS portal. Always check the official agency websites for seasonal updates and capacity alerts.
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SWFHudson Valley
New York Stewart International Airport · 57 min drive
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Plan your road trip
From New York Stewart International Airport
57 min
about 43 miles by car · times vary with traffic and road closures
Airport-to-destination drive; sightseeing stops are separate markers.
Stays near the end of your drive
3Where you'll want to sleep
RV parks near Hudson Valley on RoverPass
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Best for: RV travelers
Book RV parks and campgrounds online with full hookups near the park.
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Campground
Best for: Tent camping
Private campgrounds, cabins and glamping just outside the park, often with availability when park sites sell out.
Est. from $35/night · estimateSee stays
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Cabins & vacation rentals near Hudson Valley
Est. from $120/night · typical rate
- Whole-home cabins and lodges
- Kitchens and room for the crew
Expedia
Hotels & lodges near Hudson Valley
Est. from $110/night · typical rate
- Hotels in nearby gateway towns
- Inns and last-minute rooms
4The moments you came for
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Tours & experiences near Hudson Valley
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Curated Trip Essentials
Five picks for Hudson Valley
Day-walk storage
30–35L Hiking Daypack
Carry spare layers and walking supplies; check fit and use a liner for valuables.
Water on walking days
2L Hydration Pack
Carry drinking water on longer walks; refill before leaving services.
Uneven walking trails
Adjustable Trekking Pole
An optional support on uneven walks. Check trail rules, pole length and airline baggage rules.
Town & sightseeing days
11.5L Travel Sling Bag
Keep small day-trip belongings together without a bike-mounted bag.
Wildlife & night viewing
WG9801 4K Night Vision Binoculars
3″ HD display · 48MP photo · 8X digital zoom. Check park rules before using lights at night.
$189.99 USD · store price
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