Why this ride
A dense sequence of passes, valleys and viewpoint roads. It also links naturally to Shawangunk Ridge.
CURVESCOUT / MOTORCYCLE RIDE
Shawangunk Ridge Loop
Plan this ride
- Recorded distance
- 87 km
- Riding-time estimate
- 1 h 21
- Journey
- Recorded itinerary
Distance and timing basis
The recorded total and the leg detail need reconciliation. Inspect the leg notes before using this record for timing or navigation. Stops, delays, approach and any separate return travel add time. Basis: producer-declared routed record.
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Distance and riding time are measured on the routed road. Check local closures and conditions before you ride.
Access context
Check seasonal gates, park access and state 511 notices before publication. Specific flag: seasonal.
Seasonal context
Apr-Oct
Waypoint introductions and full write-ups
1. New Paltz
New Paltz holds up two very different histories on its main street. On one side is Huguenot Street, a short lane of stone houses built by French-speaking Protestant refugees who settled here in 1678, among the oldest streets in the country with original buildings still standing; on the other is a lively college town, where students from the State University crowd the cafes and bike shops. Between them, the place feels like a small, relaxed hub of the Hudson Valley.
Read the complete New Paltz write-up.
Recorded stop-planning note
May refer to an earlier itinerary; verify against your selected route before riding.
Planning note
New Paltz sits at 0 km, early in the day. Next is Ellenville.
2. Ellenville
Planning note
Ellenville comes up 21 km in. Next is Pine Bush.
3. Pine Bush
Planning note
43 km in you reach Pine Bush. Next is New Paltz.
4. New Paltz
Return visit. Read the place description above.
Read the complete New Paltz write-up.
Recorded stop-planning note
May refer to an earlier itinerary; verify against your selected route before riding.
Planning note
New Paltz, late in the day.