Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site

New York State Historic Site · Montgomery County

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About Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site

Erie Canal history at the strategic confluence of the Mohawk River and Schoharie Creek. Towpath trails and a boat launch make it as much a place to walk, ride and paddle as one to read about.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Entrance fee

Admission: There is no admission fee for our Visitor Center and Museum; however, some fees apply for special events, educational services, tours, and the use of picnic areas. Guided tours are offered frequently during the operating season and by appointment. Adults are $5. Seniors and students are $3. Children 12 and under free. School groups are $2 per student. Outreach program rates and topics are also available by request. Know Before You Go Yankee Hill Our lovely Yankee Hill Lock Picnic Area is open from sunrise to sunset daily at 550 Queen Anne Rd, Amsterdam, NY 12010. This location is also conveniently located just off the Empire State Trail/Canalway Bike-path. While there, check out the newly restored exterior of the Putman Canal Store, and updated signage. Aqueduct Boat Launch The Aqueduct Picnic Area and Boat Launch is open from sunrise to sunset daily at the end of Hartley Lane, Town of Glen, off NYS Route 5-South. Come see the Schoharie Creek Aqueduct at this beautiful creek-side spot. Visitor Center Schoharie Crossing's Visitor Center and Museum, located on Schoharie Street, is open for the season from May 1st to October 31st, with hours of operation on Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sundays from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. No appointment is necessary. For group visits, programs, or tours, please contact the site: [email protected] or 518-829-7516. Accessibility For additional information on accessibility at this location, please contact us at the number listed on this page.

Facility hours

The Schoharie Creek Aqueduct Boat Launch and the Yankee Hill dock are open from May 16th to early November.

The Schoharie Creek Aqueduct Picnic Area and Yankee Hill Lock picnic area, as well as all our grounds, are open from sunrise to sunset daily. Permits are required for gatherings of more than 25 persons.

Schedules for pools, museums, campgrounds, tours and other facilities inside the park, as published by NY State Parks — not the park's own opening hours.

Contact

Phone518-829-7516

Address129 Schoharie Street, Fort Hunter, NY 12069

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