By jpetryjr6 in September, 2011
I had my 3 boys ages 8, 5, and 3 (in a trailer) on this bike path. It was in great shape and followed a stream most of the way. A mostly shaded ride on a hot day was enjoyed by finishing off the ride by playing in the stream and skipping rocks. There is also an excellent playground at the parking area. It is a great location to spend an entire day. I would highly recommend this trail to anyone who is trying to get some kids out riding their bikes and looking to enjoy the great outdoors!!!!!!!!!!!
By 1186laurie in October, 2009
The bike trail is a beautiful as it borders a stream and would be perfect to take your familiy on a ride EXCEPT for one thing.....the motorized vehicles. Although the trail is supposed to prohibit motorized vehicles, it does not. Yesterday my family and I (kids ages 5 &8) had to stop our bikes 4 times to allow 4 wheelers and motor bikes to go by us. Unfortunately a few of them were not traveling at safe speeds. It was very unsafe for my children and I would hesitate to take my family back until the police start patrolling the trail ( I did stop by to chat with the police on my way home ).
By Tony in April, 2003
"Tannersville, New York, is a very popular winter vacation and weekend destination for New York City metropolitan area ski enthusiasts. In the height of ski season, the town is bustling with tourists and seasonal labor. In spring, summer and fall the town’s quaint streets and business establishments are virtually empty. I visited this trail on a beautiful Easter Sunday and encountered only three other trail users along the 2.7-mile route.
The trail’s dry, hard, and flat surface is ideally suited for bicycles or foot traffic of any sort. Wooden bridges are in position over all water crossings and protective fences have been strategically placed in areas to prevent trail users from falling down steep embankments. There is one street crossing along the entire route (South Main Street).
Primary views consist of wooded areas, several streams, a golf course, residential Tannersville, and a lake open to local residents in the summer for swimming. Interestingly, there is a New York City Department of Environmental Protection water treatment plant along the route as well. My assumption is that Tannersville is located near a primary source of water for the City.
The best place to park is at Rip Van Winkle Lake, on Lake Road off of South Main Street. During the summer months rest room facilities and a concession stand are available for public use; the trail cuts right through a picnic area adjoining this lake.
This is a wonderful trail to experience if you’re visiting the Catskill Mountains area of New York State.
Enjoy!"