Winter Nose Series: Gertrude’s Nose

Adventurers, this winter for the first time ever, we are doing a three-hike Nose Series. Three famous ‘nose’ trails in the area: Anthony’s Nose, Gertrude’s Nose, and Vroman’s Nose. Do them all and get the Adventure Untamed Winter Nose Challenge Patch!

Gertrude’s Nose is a classic. We’ll see one of the most iconic views in Minnewaska State Park Preserve! This hike traverses the ridge of Gertrude’s Nose, a unique rock formation on the Shawangunk Ridge. We’ll start our adventure at Lake Minnewaska, a glacial lake rimmed by towering, white sandstone cliffs. We’ll then traverse carriage roads and woodland trails and enjoy breathtaking views at the top of the ridge before reaching Gertrude’s Nose. With a keen eye and a little luck, you might spot local wildlife, like a porcupine or a black vulture, a recent addition to this area’s bird population.

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