What are some day trip options from New Paltz?

From New Paltz, it's easy to make day trips to the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains. The Shawangunk Mountains, also known as the Gunks, are just 8 miles away, offering hiking trails, waterfalls, and world-class rock-climbing. Less than an hour's drive away, campers can pitch a tent at other large public parks, such as the 14,000-acre Fahnestock State Park to the south or the Kenneth L. Wilson Campground near Slide Mountain, the Catskill's highest peak, to the north. You can also explore different options for camping near New Paltz on Hipcamp.