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About Esopus Bend Nature Preserve

Esopus Bend Nature Preserve, with its four hiking trails and scenic location along a dramatic bend in the Esopus Creek, is a unique 161-acre preserve situated less than a mile from the Hudson River. Home to eagles, turkeys, turtles, toads, butterflies and on and on. Visit the website for the latest on scheduled hikes/tours.

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4 Shady Lane
Saugerties, NY 12477

Phone: (845) 246-8314

Email: ecc.saugerties@gmail.com

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