Monarch Migration Walk | Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area

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Monarch Migration Walk

Location

Camp Saratoga North Parking Lot #1
90 Scout Rd. Camp Saratoga North Parking Lot #1
Ganesvoort, NY 12831

County: Saratoga
Region: Upper Hudson

Date(s)

  • September 19, 2026, 8:30AM (rain or shine)
Detailed Times/Hours The Monarch Migration Walk runs from 8:30-9:30am. Our welcome cabin is open from 10am-4pm and the Historic Cornell Fire Tower is open from 10am-3pm.

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description Come for a nature walk to learn about the amazing life cycles and migrations of the Monarch butterflies. We will look for the butterflies during their peak season just before they start to migrate to Florida and Mexico for the winter. The Monarch butterflies love the Preserve for its many nectar producing species and open pine/oak savannah habitat. Organization Hosting the Event Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park Phone Number (518) 450-0321 Contact Email info@wiltonpreserve.org

Registration

Advance registration required.
Register by September 18th through our website: https://www.wiltonpreserve.org/education/calendar or by emailing info@wiltonpreserve.org.

Additional Information

Relatively flat with maintained trail conditions.

Trip Duration (hours): 1
Difficulty: Easy
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 5
Length (miles): 1
Boots Needed: No

Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No
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