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Scenic Hudson Parks Rules & Regulations
Please remember: You are a visitor and a steward of the land. For a safe and enjoyable experience, please observe these rules:

Park only in designated parking areas.
Stay within property boundaries.
Be considerate of other visitors and adjoining property owners.
Stay on marked trails.
Always hike with a friend.
Keep pets leashed; please clean up after them.
Do not remove or destroy plants, wildlife or artifacts.
Carry out what you carry in.

The following are prohibited:

All Motorized Vehicles (on and off trails)
Radios
Alcohol
Camping
Hunting *
Fires
Dumping/Littering
Smoking
Personal Watercraft (Jet Skis)

* Hunting is allowed - with a New York State permit during some hunting seasons at Fishkill Ridge Conservation Area (Dutchess County) and with a Scenic Hudson-issued permit at Shaupeneak Ridge Cooperative Recreation Area (Ulster County). Contact Scenic Hudson at (845) 473-4440, ext. 270, or e-mail landpres@scenichudson.org for more information.

CAUTION: Deer ticks, which can transmit Lyme Disease, are a growing problem. Take precautions and check for ticks after leaving.
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