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Mine Kill State Park
The lower reservoir of Mine Kill State Park is stocked with fish including trout and walleye and bass and offers motor boating, kayaking and water skiing
Located in the scenic Schoharie Valley, the 500-acre state park is named for Mine Kill Creek, which runs through a narrow gorge in the park and features the 80-foot Mine Kill Falls. Mine Kill State Park has an Olympic size pool, wading pool and a diving pool open to the public for free and swim lessons are offered in the summer.
The lower reservoir is stocked with trout and walleye, and has several other species, including bass and offers motor boating, kayaking and water skiing. Other warm weather activities include hiking and mountain biking on the parks eight miles of trails and disc golf. Birdwatchers will enjoy searching out the diverse species of birds in the park, in particular the bald eagle, blue bird and wild turkey.
In winter, visitors enjoy snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. In the fall bow hunting for deer is allowed by permit only.
Other amenities include a playground, pavilions, picnic tables and boat launch.
Household pets only; caged or on a leash. Not permitted in buildings or bathing areas.
The lower reservoir is stocked with trout and walleye, and has several other species, including bass and offers motor boating, kayaking and water skiing. Other warm weather activities include hiking and mountain biking on the parks eight miles of trails and disc golf. Birdwatchers will enjoy searching out the diverse species of birds in the park, in particular the bald eagle, blue bird and wild turkey.
In winter, visitors enjoy snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. In the fall bow hunting for deer is allowed by permit only.
Other amenities include a playground, pavilions, picnic tables and boat launch.
Household pets only; caged or on a leash. Not permitted in buildings or bathing areas.
Pet Friendly
North Blenheim, NY
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