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Sylvan Glen Quarry Hike
Location
Sylvan Glen Park Preserve, Eastern Trail Head
Stony St. 150ft. south of Winding Court
Mohegan Lake, NY 10547
County: Westchester
Region: Lower Hudson
Date(s)
- September 19, 2026, 2:00PM
Details
Event Type Walk/Hike Description The 2.5-mile hike is led by New York New Jersey Trail Conference volunteers and will explore the quarries and surrounding natural areas at Sylvan Glen Park Preserve. The Mohegan Quarry operated from 1890-1941 and supplied honey-colored granite for several buildings in New York City, including the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Some of the abandoned cables, machinery, and building foundations are still visible along the trails. The hike includes a visit to the Quarry Oak, an 18-foot circumference white oak dating from colonial times. Organization Hosting the Event New York New Jersey Trail Conference Phone Number (914) 649-7452 Contact Email felarengo@gmail.comAdditional Information
The guided hike is 2.5 miles, around 2.5-3 hours, moderate difficulty on uneven terrain with some steep hills. The group meets at the Sylvan Glen Park Preserve eastern trail head, opposite 2820 Stony St., Mohegan Lake, NY, at 2:00PM. The hike will be canceled in the event of inclement weather.Additional Equipment Required: Hiking shoes, water, insect repellent, sunscreen.
Trip Duration (hours): 3
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 6
Length (miles): 2.5
Boots Needed: No
Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No