The best Downhill Mountain Biking Facility on the East Coast. 2000+ vertical feet, over 50 miles of trails, 10% beginner, 60% sport/expert, 25% expert/pro, 5% INSANE, huge Dual Slalom track, etc. etc. etc. They hold 8 Races every year. You can camp on the mountain or stay at a local Motel. A TRUE DOWNHILLERS PARADISE! Check out www.plattekill.com
NY Thruway to Exit 19 (Rt 28) - Take Rt 28 North for approximately 1 hour to the town of Arkville - In Arkville you will come to a Rail Road crossing, make a right BEFORE the tracks (you should see a Plattekill sign) - Follow this road to the stop sign (1/4 mile) and make a right - Take this road for approx. 3 miles and keep a look out for a BIG RED BARN on your left side - Approx. 100 feet past this barn you will make a left (look for the small yellow Plattekill signs) - Follow this road up the mountain and keep an eye out for the Plattekill signs - this will take you right to the mountain, approximately 3 miles up the mountain.
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