Trails

At Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge, a total of 3.6 miles of trails are available and open to visitors. Two interconnected loop trails wind through the refuge’s open grasslands with impressive views of the Shawangunk Ridge. Two kiosks at the main entrance provide general information and orientation. Five wildlife observation / photography blinds are located along the trails.

From November 15th, 2024 through approximately April 1st, 2025, the refuge trail map is as follows; there are trail closures on the refuge for the protection of overwintering Short-eared owls:

From April 1st through approximately November 1st each year, the refuge trail map is as follows:

Observation Blind Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.10
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