Located in Kingston’s historic hamlet of Wilbur, Red Fox Ravine is a 20-acre preserve featuring a historic quarry, forested trails, a community gathering space, and an overlook with sweeping views of the Rondout and surrounding valley. Explore the quarry, follow the Overlook Trail through the forest, and discover the unique ecology and history of this special place.
Getting There & Parking
Red Fox Ravine is located at 66 Wilbur Ave.
There are ten parking spots, including one ADA spot. Once these ten parking spots are used, the parking lot is at capacity and if you arrive and the lot is full, please come back another time. Soon we hope to work with the city to install a crosswalk that would make pedestrian access safer from the minimal street parking throughout Wilbur. Please do not attempt to park along Wilbur Ave.
The Overlook Trail is Open
Explore the forest above the historic quarry and follow a series of switchbacks to a scenic overlook with views of the Rondout and surrounding valley. The moderate-to-difficult trail passes KLT's deer exclosure demonstration project and dramatic cliff habitats along the way.
Plan Your Visit
Explore the trails: The preserve includes the quarry community space and the Overlook Trail, which leads through the forest to a scenic viewpoint above the quarry.
View the Red Fox Ravine trail map →
Preserve Features
Red Fox Ravine includes a historic quarry, forested trails, a community gathering space, and a scenic overlook above the quarry. The trails are supported by the Hudson River Valley Greenway.
From the parking lot, two trails lead to the quarry’s community gathering space. One is a more direct route with stone steps near the end, while the other is a longer, more gradual route that meets accessibility guidelines published by the U.S. Forest Service.
The community gathering space includes a central stage that can also serve as a shelter, along with a rainwater catcher. Visitors are welcome to gather, explore, and enjoy the space.
From the quarry, the Overlook Trail loops through the forest above the quarry and leads to a scenic viewpoint with sweeping views of the Rondout and surrounding valley. Along the way, visitors can see KLT’s deer exclosure demonstration project, dramatic cliff habitats, and other features of the preserve.
The Overlook Trail is rated moderate to difficult and includes varied natural terrain, including mud and potentially slippery rocks near steep cliffs. Please wear appropriate footwear and use caution.
The community gathering space has a central stage that can also be used as a shelter. It is fitted with a rainwater catcher. We look forward to hosting many events here and invite you to gather and enjoy.
If you are interested in booking an event or show involving the stage, please complete this Event Request Form. For additional questions contact KLT at community@kingstonlandtrust.org
Visitor Guidelines
Red Fox Ravine is open for visitors to explore the parking area, quarry, community gathering space, and designated trails, including the Overlook Trail.
Please help us care for this land by:
- Staying on marked trails and following KLT’s white trail blazes and posted signage.
-Using caution on the Overlook Trail, which includes steep and uneven terrain, mud, and potentially slippery rocks near cliffs.
-Wearing appropriate footwear for the conditions.
-Staying away from cliff edges and other areas marked as closed or restricted.
-Respecting plants, wildlife, and ecological restoration projects, including the deer exclosure.
-Packing out trash and leaving the preserve as you found it.
-Following any additional guidelines posted onsite.
Please note that the Red Fox Ravine parking lot has 10 spaces, including one ADA space. Once the lot is full, please return another time rather than parking along Wilbur Avenue.
