Ashokan Reservoir – Ashokan Rail Trail loop from Olivebridge

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Ashokan Reservoir – Ashokan Rail Trail loop from Olivebridge

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Ashokan Reservoir – Ashokan Rail Trail loop from Olivebridge

02:18

37.3km

250m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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Catskill Park

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Parking

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1.48 km

Ashokan Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This massive reservoir spans more than 8,000 acres and, depending on who you talk to, is somewhere around 180 to 190 feet deep. It makes for great scenery on your …

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2.02 km

Viewpoint

2.38 km

View of Ashokan Reservoir and Catskill Mountains

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Scenic road that runs right next to the Ashokan Reservoir. Great views of the Reservoir and the Catskill Mountains

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18.6 km

The Ashokan Rail Trail is a great multi-use trail, that has a compact surface. This trail runs beside the Ashokan Reservoir. It is open during daylight hours.

There are parking areas and restrooms at the trailheads.

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20.0 km

Old stone wall

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Good view. Don’t touch, has poison ivy

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29.5 km

Frozen Ashokan Reservoir

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Forest area between the Ashokan Reservoir and the Ashokan Rail Trail, south from Shokan. It is a true delight cycling through it, whether you're approximating the water or just cruising through the Rail Trail.

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