Mohonk means “Lake in the sky.” The Catskill Mountains are in background.

Mohonk Preserve is the largest private nature preserve in in New York located in Ulster county New York. The Preserve protects 8,000 acres of the Shawangunk Ridge, for people to explore the natural world.

Split Rock is park of the Mohonk Preserve, and while there is no “official” swimming area or lifeguard, swimming seems to be allowed. This area is very popular and you should arrive early, as the parking lot does fill quickly. The rock formation here is unique, and very picturesque.

The most famous part in Mohonk mpountain is Victorian castle resort Founded by the Smiley Family in 1869 and nestled in the Hudson Valley, only 90 miles north of New York City. Surrounded by 40,000 acres of pristine forest, our National Historic Landmark resort.