Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site
Fort Hunter, Montgomery Co.
See waterfowl and water-loving mammals at this site, which adjoins the Mohawk River and both the original and enlarged Erie Canals.Wildlife to Watch
- Canada geese, mallards
- Mergansers, blue-winged teal, killdeer
- Woodchucks
- Muskrat
- Beaver
Where to Watch
- River
- Canals
- Forest edges
Recreational Opportunities
- Hiking along 2.5 mile towpath
- Short trail to two locks
- Visitor Center traces history of the Erie Canal
- Remains of Schoharie Aqueduct
Accessible Features
This Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation site has accessible features that include trails, visitors center, scenic views and picnic areas. A full list of DEC's accessible recreation destinations is available on the DEC website.
Size
245 acres
Directions
See Google Maps and enter your address for step by step directions to Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site (This link will open a page outside of the DEC website. Hold "Shift" down while clicking on the link to open it in a new window)
Contact Information
Telephone: (518) 829-7516
Address: 129 Schoharie Street, Fort Hunter
Website: Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site (This link leaves DEC's website)