Most of the people who visit Onteora Lake never set foot on the trails. They are there to enjoy the lake. This summer-themed guide to Onteora Lake swimming will help you prepare for a day at the lake!
Lake Onteora has some of the easiest and most accessible hikes near Kingston, New York. It's located up Route 28 just three miles west of Kingston, within the Bluestone Wild Forest.
As a Kingston local, I've hiked each of Lake Onteora's trails multiple times, from water snowshoe treks to summer blueberry picking hikes. So read on for all the Onteora Lake Trail details and my favorite locals' tips to make the most of these accessible hikes near Kingston, NY!