š A popular day-use area in New York, known for its swimming hole within the Rondout Creek.
šļø Part of the Rondout Creek, contributing to the drinking water supply for the New York City metropolitan area.
šāāļø Enjoy a refreshing swim in the famous Blue Hole.
š¶ Explore the natural beauty of Peekamoose Valley.
šæ Experience a protected natural environment with special regulations.
š« Strict regulations: no camping, fires, large coolers, glass, alcohol, or radios.
ā ļø High bear activity ā be bear-aware!
āæ Trail to Blue Hole is not ADA accessible.
š Parking is strictly limited; no roadside parking.
š Bring an electronic or printed reservation confirmation and valid photo ID.
š¾ Pets allowed with proof of rabies vaccination (cannot be left unattended).
šļø Be prepared to use portable restrooms and dumpsters for waste.
āļø Open from one half hour before sunrise to one half hour after sunset.
šļø Permits required from May 15 through September 15 each year.
šļø Permits are required for access, valid for one vehicle and up to 5 people.
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Obtain permits up to 7 days in advance; daily limit of 50 permits.
š« Cancellations are not permitted.
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æļø Parking strictly limited to designated areas (60 car capacity).
š« No parking along road shoulders (tow away zone).
š No trailers or vehicles over 20 feet.
š³ New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) manages the area.