Max V. Shaul State Park

Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens May 22, 2026 through October 11, 2026. Reservations available via ReserveAmerica.com up to 9 months in advance. Day use areas open year-round, dawn to dusk.

About

Max V. Shaul State Park is a small, quiet camping area nestled in the scenic Schoharie Valley at the base of Toepath Mountain. The campground features 30 wooded tent and trailer sites that provide privacy and a peaceful atmosphere. Amenities include showers, picnic tables, fire rings, and a nature trail. The park has shady picnic grounds with a pavilion available for rent, playing fields for softball, basketball, and volleyball, plus a playground for children. Fishing access is available at Panther Creek and Schoharie Creek, with a car-top boat launch trail established in 2011. The park's 1.9 miles of hiking trails offer opportunities for exploration, and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular in winter months. A group camping area accommodates up to 30 people and is available to non-profit organizations. The park's proximity to Mine Kill State Park, just 9 miles south, provides campers with additional recreational opportunities. Valid camping permits grant free access to Mine Kill's Olympic-size pool, wading pool, and diving pool, as well as hiking trails and the beautiful Blenheim-Gilboa Reservoir. The location offers easy access to area attractions including Howe Caverns, the Iroquois Indian Museum, and the Catskill Scenic Trail.

Directions

Located in the Schoharie Valley along Route 30, approximately 6 miles south of Middleburgh, at the base of Toepath Mountain.

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