Gunk's Things To Do
Hiking, Biking and Climbing
Whether you're into Hiking, Biking, Cross Country Skiing or Rock Climbing, these destinations all have some of New York State's best offerings in each category!
This is a world-class hiking and rock climbing destination. Amazing climbing at all skill levels, including being on of the best places to learn!
264 locals recommend
Mohonk Preserve
3197 Route 44 55This is a world-class hiking and rock climbing destination. Amazing climbing at all skill levels, including being on of the best places to learn!
Many miles of carriage roads and bike trails, coupled with amazing valley view from several different mountain tops make this a hiker's and biker's dreamland!
504 locals recommend
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
5281 Route 44-55Many miles of carriage roads and bike trails, coupled with amazing valley view from several different mountain tops make this a hiker's and biker's dreamland!
The Mountain House is a 5 star resort (read: $$$!) but also has amazing hiking and garden tour options. Day passes are expensive, but totally worth it. Try the Lemon Squeeze Trail for the full Mohonk Hiking experience which includes navigating a trail on top of and around boulders, next to the cliff, and sometimes in the cliff! Not to be missed!!
8 locals recommend
Mohonk Mountain House Gate House
Garden RoadThe Mountain House is a 5 star resort (read: $$$!) but also has amazing hiking and garden tour options. Day passes are expensive, but totally worth it. Try the Lemon Squeeze Trail for the full Mohonk Hiking experience which includes navigating a trail on top of and around boulders, next to the cliff, and sometimes in the cliff! Not to be missed!!
Food scene
Simply the best restaurant in Gardiner! Has had the same staff for many years and everything that comes out of the full-view kitchen is simply delectable!!
79 locals recommend
Cafe Mio
2356 US-44Simply the best restaurant in Gardiner! Has had the same staff for many years and everything that comes out of the full-view kitchen is simply delectable!!
Mountain Brauhaus
3123 US-44Best German Food in Ulster County!
Great small town pub and food. Features locally produced spirits and local farm-to-table, delicious food.
37 locals recommend
Gardiner Liquid Mercantile
128 Main StGreat small town pub and food. Features locally produced spirits and local farm-to-table, delicious food.
Local Pizza and Italian Restaurant and they deliver! Our favorite pizza is the chicken bacon ranch, definitely should be tried!
13 locals recommend
Pasquales
135 Main StreetLocal Pizza and Italian Restaurant and they deliver! Our favorite pizza is the chicken bacon ranch, definitely should be tried!
Fresh made bread and pastas, offering curbside pickup of their full menu.
51 locals recommend
Lombardi's
2808 Benton CorsFresh made bread and pastas, offering curbside pickup of their full menu.
Julian's Provisions
125 State Rte 55Wineries, Breweries, Distilleries & Cideries
These are just a few of the closest wineries. For a more complete list (with distances), check out the "Neighborhood Description" with in our listing.
First whiskey distilled in New York State since prohibition and started the whole farm distillery movement! Less than a mile to the birthplace of one of America's best bourbons! If you are a whiskey aficionado, the distillery tour should not be missed!
86 locals recommend
Tuthilltown Spirits Distillery
14 Grist Mill LnFirst whiskey distilled in New York State since prohibition and started the whole farm distillery movement! Less than a mile to the birthplace of one of America's best bourbons! If you are a whiskey aficionado, the distillery tour should not be missed!
Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery
331 Mckinstry RdRobibero Family Vineyards
714 Albany Post RdMagnanini Farm Winery
172 Strawridge Rd