The Gunks (Shawangunk Mountains) Ridge and Valley Towns Through Time

Explore the history of the Shawangunk Mountain's breathtaking landscapes, sky lakes, and historical Victorian hotels from the 19th century to present day.

The Shawangunk Mountains―the Gunks―are renowned for stunning landscapes on and off the ridge in a region that has remained a favorite destination for visitors since the middle of the nineteenth century. While the mountain elevations are not high―nowhere exceeding 2240 feet―they present rugged topography with glistening grey—white escarpmen...