Sports and RecreationFrom professional baseball to NCAA basketball to world-class golf, the Hudson Valley has so much to offer the sports-minded visitor.
New Paltz and the surrounding region is well known around the world for its outdoor attractions. There's more to sports in our region than hiking and kayaking. Hiking
What better place to go for a hike than in New Paltz? From Main Street you have sweeping views of the Shawangunk Mountains all the way up to Mohonk's Skytop Tower. Take a hike up to the tower and explore the Shawangunk's many waterfalls and lakes. From one side you can see New Paltz and Gardiner, from the other you can see the Catskill Mountains. Check out the local hiking spots HERE! Biking
When you think of New Paltz, most people think of our incredible views from the Shawangunks, many of which can be seen from carriage trails along the Mohonk Preserve and Minnewaska State Park. More then just mountain biking, we also have great trails in and around town. Consider renting a bike HERE! Kayaking
The beautiful Wallkill River runs at the base of New Paltz. Along this river you can experience views of local farms, Historic Huguenot Street, and beautiful views of the Shawangunk Mountains. Access to the river can be found at Sojourner Truth Park on Plains Road. Consider renting a kayak HERE! Golf
Whether you're looking for a championship course to put every part of your game to the test, or if you just want a fun 9-hole round, you'll find it in the New Paltz area. Browse local golf courses here: Golf Courses Baseball
Don't miss a visit to Dutchess Stadium, home of the Hudson Valley Renegades --2012 New York-Penn league champions! There's no better place to root-root-root for the home team than at the Dutch. Enjoy a snack or make a meal at one of the stadium's five concession stands, including specialty burgers, hotdogs and french fries, and the Healthy Hut and Renegades Pizzeria & Pub. Be sure to say hello to local celebrity and 'Gades mascot Rookie Raccoon, his lovely wife Rene Gade, and their son Rascal. Click HERE! |
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Photo by LACE Photo Media - from 2018 Taste of New Paltz Karate Demonstration
Rock Climbing
The Shawangunks is one of the premier climbing areas in the country. The rock is quartz conglomerate, solid rock with horizontal, rather than vertical cracks. This area is famous for great one-to-three-pitch climbs of all levels of difficulty. You'll find some of the best easy and moderate climbs in the country here. Click HERE for more information!
Martial Arts
Martial Arts are a great way to get centered and build self-confidence, and a terrific form of exercise. Karate is so much more than a form a self defense, providing a path toward ethical decision-making and spirituality. Browse local karate studios here: Marital Arts
Swimming
Make swimming part of your nature experience or take a dip in a local pool. The Hudson Valley's got lots of ways to get refreshed and energized in the water, from public beaches in the Minnewaska State Park to the Ulster County Pool Complex, right in the town of New Paltz.
College Sports
Watch outstanding student-athletes compete at our local colleges. SUNY New Paltz NCAA Division III men's sports include Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball and Cross-Country. For Division III women's sports, check out Softball, Basketball, Tennis, Swimming, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Soccer, Cross-Country and Lacrosse. Or head to Stone Ridge for SUNY Ulster NJCAA Division III men's soccer, basketball, baseball, golf and tennis, or women's volleyball and softball. Go SUNY New Paltz Hawks & SUNY Ulster Senators!
The Shawangunks is one of the premier climbing areas in the country. The rock is quartz conglomerate, solid rock with horizontal, rather than vertical cracks. This area is famous for great one-to-three-pitch climbs of all levels of difficulty. You'll find some of the best easy and moderate climbs in the country here. Click HERE for more information!
Martial Arts
Martial Arts are a great way to get centered and build self-confidence, and a terrific form of exercise. Karate is so much more than a form a self defense, providing a path toward ethical decision-making and spirituality. Browse local karate studios here: Marital Arts
Swimming
Make swimming part of your nature experience or take a dip in a local pool. The Hudson Valley's got lots of ways to get refreshed and energized in the water, from public beaches in the Minnewaska State Park to the Ulster County Pool Complex, right in the town of New Paltz.
College Sports
Watch outstanding student-athletes compete at our local colleges. SUNY New Paltz NCAA Division III men's sports include Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball and Cross-Country. For Division III women's sports, check out Softball, Basketball, Tennis, Swimming, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Soccer, Cross-Country and Lacrosse. Or head to Stone Ridge for SUNY Ulster NJCAA Division III men's soccer, basketball, baseball, golf and tennis, or women's volleyball and softball. Go SUNY New Paltz Hawks & SUNY Ulster Senators!
