Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

We will be starting this long hike at the Spring Overlook parking area. We will hike the short section of the Western Ridge trail to the Eastern Ridge trail. From there we will hike all the Eastern Ridge trail turning onto the Ridge Run Trail, then the Cottage Park trail for a short period then cutting back onto the Western Ridge trail to end back at the Spring Overlook parking. Please bring plenty of water, snacks and a lunch. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call our office at 518-793-0511. You will meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced to Expert

Come learn to kayak with us before the season is over! This wonderful paddle is a fantastic way to start. The Park Naturalist will lead this paddle along the river pointing out signs of wildlife and other wonderful sights while teaching strokes and kayaking safety. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, 518-793-0511. We have kayak rentals for $15, you must be 18 years old age to rent. Please meet and pay at the park office.

The Baker trail is always an enjoyable and challenging hike. We will summit thePalmertown Mtn range at a comfortable pace. Then we will hike the ridge which is rather flat and takes us to the overlook of Moreau Lake. This is a pleasant hike that if we are lucky enough we may get a chance to see some wildlife. This hike will be a about 2 miles. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced

This hike has a couple ups and downs that travel around Lake Bonita. This hike is about 2+ miles and has some beautiful views of the Lake. Keep your eyes peeled and you will see some lovely rock outcroppings and maybe some neat wildlife. Registration is required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Beginner

Take a walk in the woods on this easily navigable and trail free parcel of the park. There will be beautiful views of the Hudson River and some neat natural wonders to explore. This is a flat, bushwhacking hike. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Meet and pay at the park office. $1 for kids and anyone over 62, $2 for everyone else. Rating: Beginner

At 10am AND 1pm. This class is intended for children ages 1-6 and their parents/guardians along with any siblings. We will read a short story or two based on the outdoors and then go for a short hike hoping to see some cool wildlife. Registration is necessary with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. Stop at the office first to pay for the event. Each child costs $1. Class usually lasts 45 minutes to an hour.

Come learn to kayak with us before the season is over! This wonderful twilight paddle is a fantastic way to start. The Park Naturalist will lead this paddle along the lake pointing out signs of wildlife and other wonderful sights while teaching strokes and kayaking safety. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, 518-793-0511. We have kayak rentals for $15, you must be 18 years old age to rent. Please meet and pay at the park office.

A park naturalist will lead as we hike along this steep but short hike up to the Spring Overlook. This almost mile long trek one way is one of the favorites at the park. Once at the top you will see a beautiful view of the Hudson River. Reservations are required with 24-hour advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. This hike is about 2-miles round trip, so not very long, but a little on the steeper side. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Advanced

We will park a car at Mud pond and drive over to the Spring Overlook parking lot. From there we will start the Western Ridge trail and hike it in its entirety to Mud pond. This will be just about 6 miles. Call the park office to register for this hike with 24-hour advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Meet and pay ($1 for kids and 62+, $2 for everyone else) at the park office. Rating: Advanced to Expert

Join the Park Naturalist on a beautiful hike overlooking the Hudson. This is a hidden gem on the other side of the Hudson River. It is a truly wonderful place to explore. This trail is about 3.5-miles round trip. Pre-registration is required, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Moderate

Join an educator as they talk about the bats of New York and why they are important. This is a family friendly event. Please call the park office with 24- hours advanced notice, 518-793-0511. We will meet and pay at the office. Kids and anyone over 62 are $1, adults are $2.

Our Park Naturalist will be leading this month's Full Moon Hike. While walkingaround the lake, we will point out flora and fauna as the sun is setting and themoon is rising. Call for reservations with 24-hour advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Program fees apply. Rating: Beginner

Come learn kayaking with us before the season is over! This wonderful twilight paddle is a fantastic way to learn a new fun way to spend time outside. The Park Naturalist will lead this beginner's paddle around the lake pointing out wonderful sights that are more enjoyable from an up-close perspective given by a kayak. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, please call 518-793-0511. We have kayak rentals for $15, you must be 18 years old age to rent. Please meet and pay at the park office.

It is that time of year again. Come and partake in the festivities here at Moreau Lake State Park. The Friends of Moreau Lake (non-profit) will be sponsoring this event. Take a haunted walk with refreshments and activities afterwards. Advance registration is required and a $5 fee/car is required. Contact the park office at (518)-793-0511 to make reservations or if you have questions. Proceeds go to benefit the educational programs at the park.

Join the Park educator on a beautiful hike overlooking the Hudson. This is a hidden gem on the other side of the Hudson River. It is a truly wonderful place to explore. This trail is about 3.5-miles round trip. Pre-registration is required, please call 518-793-0511. Please meet and pay at the park office. Rating: Moderate

Join a park educator as we go into our woods to explore! We will walk to a close by creek bed. There we will look under logs and rocks searching for cool critters. But make sure you always put everything back where you found it! Please call to reserve a spot at 518-793-0511 with 24-hour advanced notice. We will meet and pay for the event at the park office.

Harrelson and Daryl are our two resident terrestrial turtles that we care for here at the park. Come and spend some time learning about their habits, habitat, diet and what life would look like in the wild. Afterwards we may take a little walk with them on the beach. Reservations are required with 24 hours advanced notice, 518-793-0511. Please stop at the office first to pay for the event. Children and seniors are $1, everyone else is $2.