Reviewed by: mrdna ,  Cross Country Rider

Summary:
I recently rode Stewart after moving to Montana from Goshen, NY two years ago, and let me tell you, I have missed it dearly. The fast, swooping singletrack. The multitude rock walls. The steep drops. The mud....OHHHHHH the mud-how i've missed it so.
Anyway, this area has most of the best riding in the Hudson valley, and most importantly, it can handle the use. THere are trails for anyone with any ability. Fast doubletrack, fast singletrack, tight technical singletrack, it's all there. Just don't be afraid to get muddy. It can use lots of people who know and respect it so it's still around in another couple of years so I can ride it again.

Recommended Route:
It doesn't matter. I think Joe Fix It's in Goshen and Monroe still have maps. Give them a call: 845-294-7242

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Ringwood state park and Wawayanda state park in NJ. Goose Pond state park in Blooming Grove, NY.

Reviewed by: Tom G ,  Weekend Warrior , from Mountainville, NY

Summary:
I would like to write a follow-up review on this trail. After riding here several times since I posted my first review, I feel it's time to admit I'm wrong in my primary opinion about it lacking scenery and being in anyway boring. There is so much here to enjoy. The abundance of wildlife (biting insects included) and the transition from forest to field to sand and shale all on the same trail is just awesome. It may not be as technical and intense as some claim to prefer, although it still offers some of the best single track action in the area that is perfect for endorphin pumping epic rides. A friend and I went 30 miles here a few weeks ago and I did not want to leave when we were done. Ride here while you can because this place is huge and greed driven developers would so much love to plant thousands of plastic over-consuming homes here.

Recommended Route:
The 207 entrance is good but you can also park on Barron road off of 17k where the trails are alot better.

Reviewed by: carlk ,  Cross Country Rider , from New York City

Summary:
In my opinion, this is the best riding in the area. Most other areas are typical east coast with rocks/roots/logs, etc, that tend to break up the momentum of riding. This ride lets you let loose and have a fast ride, with enough climbs and descents to keep it thrilling. Unlike some others, I liked the scenery, with its mix of woods and fields.

Recommended Route:
From main entrance on 207, ride semi-paved road till you get to sindletrack on left. Take a right at next small road junction, and then there are several singletrack options again on the left.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Blue Mtn. (NY), Ninham (NY), Graham Hills (NY, Taconic Hereford (NY), Fahnestock (NY); Ringwood (NJ), Allamuchy (NJ), Wawayanda (NJ), Hartshorn/Huber Woods (NJ) Huntington (CT). {Being from the City,

Reviewed by: Tom R , from Cornwall NY

Summary:
I have lived very close to the Stewart Buffer Zone my entire life, and up until 2 weeks ago i had no idea that it existed. I was ammazed that there were so many trails there, miles and miles of them.... completely awesome. the trails were very enjoyable to ride, some parts difficult, some easy. Great trails, only there was not much scenery to enjoy, and many of the trails were slightly over grown.... not a big deal, you just have to pay close attention so oyu dont get hurt (like Tom G). all in all, a great place to ride, and i will certainly return there in the near future.

Recommended Route:
Just pick one of the trails as you are riding by. there are so many to chose from, there is no way to recomend a peticular one.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
schunamunk mountain, by the tressel