Settled beneath the shoulder of the breathtaking Shawangunk Ridge, New Paltz shines as one of the jewels of Ulster County. Visitors come to New Paltz to swim in glacial lakes, cycle on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail, soak up the region's rich history and culture, spend the night in charming lodgings, sample the seasonal bounty of New Paltz's many farms, orchards, and wineries, enjoy the sights and scents of gorgeous flowering gardens and delicious meals eaten al fresco, climb unique rock faces, take bracing hikes and take in New Paltz's spectacular views.