Welcome to the New in in Paltz, New York Directory, where you will learn all about the historic village of New Paltz and what makes it so special. Nestled in between the magnificent Shawangunk Mountains to the west and the Hudson River on the east, New Paltz features one of the most spectacular and scenic countrysides on the East Coast.
In fact, in September 2009, New Paltz was named one of National Geographic's Best Adventure Towns. Hundreds of hikers and bicycle riders make their way to New Paltz each year, exploring the fertile farmlands and apple orchards of the Wallkill River Valley, enjoying 120 miles of hiking and mountain-biking trails, and experiencing the thrill of first-rate rock climbing in the Trapps Cliffs. New Paltz visitors also enjoy strolling along serene, tree-lined streets, where local retails shops, restaurants, and office buildings blend seamlessly with the town's 17th and 18th-centruy historic stone houses.
Wine lovers flock to New Paltz to visits its vineyards and to embark upon its 11-stop wine trail. In the wintertime, the nearby Mohonk Preserve and Minnewaska State Park Preserve are hot spots for snowshoeing and Nordic skiing

However, New Paltz is best known for Huguenot Street, the most famous and oldest street in the United States. Named after the French Huguenots who founded New Paltz in 1677, the nation's oldest street still features its original houses. You will journey back in time as you catch a glimpse of 17th century colonial life, visit former U.S. presidents' houses, and explore American history.

Better still, New Paltz is less than a two-hour drive away from New York City! Take a bite out of the Big Apple as you visit Wall Street, Broadway, the Statue of Liberty, the UN, and local museums and galleries.

Topping off the exciting blend of yesterday, today, and tomorrow in New Paltz is the State University of New York at New Paltz, where students earn a liberal arts education and are offered an opportunity for intellectual, cultural, and social growth.

So take your time browsing through the New Paltz, New York Directory, where you will find information about Food & Drink, Shopping, Recreation, Entertainment, Real Estate, Lodgings, Healthcare, Businesses, and Professional Services - all located in the beautiful region of New Paltz, New York.