Mohonk Labyrinth and Lemon Squeeze Trail
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New York · ulster County

Mohonk Labyrinth and Lemon Squeeze Trail

Short technical scramble route through boulder passages and cliffs.

Rating
Length
1.6 mi
Difficulty
4
County
ulster

About This Trail

A challenging 45-minute rock scramble through massive fallen boulders below the Shawangunk cliffs, culminating in the notorious Lemon Squeeze, a 100-foot crevice ascended by narrow ladders. The route passes through formations like Fat Man’s Misery and Headache Rock on the way to Sky Top Tower. Closed in winter; day-hiker fees apply.

Location

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Coordinates: 40.7127753, -74.0059728

Getting There

From New Paltz, take Route 299 west, then turn right on Springtown Road toward Mohonk Mountain House at 1000 Mountain Rest Road. Park at the hiker lot and walk to the lake area for the Labyrinth entrance.

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