Hike to the Shingle Gully Ice Caves

20 Berme Road,Ellenville NY 12428

16 May, 2022

Description

Explore the Shingle Gully Crevice Caves, where ice persists into summer in deep crevice caves! 14 years old+ Explore the Shingle Gully Crevice Caves, where ice persists into summer in dee crevice caves. These caves are in a primitive area in Minnewaska State Park Preserve. This rugged, protected landscape is accessible only on guided tours led by park staff and volunteer docents. This all-day, strenuous, approximately 6-mile adventure ascends and descends 1,500 feet, includes off-trail bushwhacking, and steep rock scrambles. This hike is only appropriate for experienced hikers.