Mine Kill State Park
Closed — Closed for the season through May 15, 2026. The park is open year-round for day use from dawn to dusk, with the office open 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The boat launch was closed for the remainder of the 2025 season for renovation.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 30 at 1:28AM EST until December 31 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will lead to blowing and drifting snow and reduced visibility. * WHERE...Schoharie, Montgomery, and Fulton Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lake effect snow will set up near and just south of the New York Thruway and remain in place through Tuesday before lifting northward on Wednesday. Snowfall rates may reach 0.5 inch per hour at times.
Wind Advisory issued December 30 at 1:11AM EST until December 30 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northwestern Connecticut, western Massachusetts, eastern New York, and southern Vermont. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong westerly winds continue today, especially across the eastern Catskills, Mohawk Valley, Greater Capital District, northern Taconics, and southern Vermont. Blowing and drifting snow will occur today due to these gusty winds, where treated roadways can be re-covered in snow.
About
Mine Kill State Park is a 500-acre day-use park situated in the scenic Schoharie Valley of Schoharie County, New York, overlooking the New York Power Authority's Blenheim-Gilboa Pumped Storage Power Project. The park is named for Mine Kill Creek, which cascades 80 feet through a narrow gorge creating the picturesque Mine Kill Falls, accessible via the Long Path hiking trail with overlook viewing platforms. The park offers diverse year-round recreation on 8 miles of trails suitable for hiking and mountain biking. The lower reservoir provides excellent fishing opportunities, stocked with trout and walleye, and also contains bass. The boat launch operates April 1 to October 15, with all boaters required to use the hot water boat wash station before and after launching. Summer highlights include a free Olympic-size pool, wading pool, and diving pool open from late June through Labor Day, with swim lessons offered in two 4-week sessions. The park also features a popular disc golf course with rentals available. Winter activities include ice skating, tubing, sledding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, with equipment rentals available at the park office. Bow hunting for deer is permitted by permit only through a New York Power Authority lottery system. The park entrance is free of charge courtesy of the New York Power Authority. Mine Kill State Park has picnic pavilions and tent shelters available for group reservation but does not operate traditional overnight camping facilities with tent or RV sites.
Directions
Mine Kill State Park is located at 161 Minekill Road, North Blenheim, NY 12131. From Albany, take I-88 west to Exit 23, then follow NY-30 south for approximately 30 miles to the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (518) 827-6111 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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