Esopus Creek Conservancy
"Passion is lifted from the earth itself by the muddy hands of the young; it travels along grass-stained sleeves to the heart. If we are going to save environmentalism and the environment, we must also save an endangered indicator species: the child in nature."
― Richard Louv, Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder
· Biodiversity
· Hiking Trails
· Education
· Natural Habitats
· Bird Sanctuary
· Conservation
· Biodiversity · Hiking Trails · Education · Natural Habitats · Bird Sanctuary · Conservation
Esopus Bend Nature Preserve is a unique 161-acre preserve located partially within both the Village and Town of Saugerties along a dramatic bend in the Esopus Creek less than a mile from the Hudson River. The preserve borders Barclay Heights, and is visible to 10,000 travelers a day who cross the Esopus Creek traveling on Rt. 9W into out of the Village of Saugerties.
News alerts! and Upcoming Events:
Sunday, February 15, 2026 (8:00 AM) Great Backyard Bird Count
Saturday, March 21, 2026 (8:00 AM) Signs of Spring Nature Walk
Sunday, April 26, 2026 (7:30 AM) Spring Bird Migration
Sunday, May 03, 2026 (9:00 AM) Tree Identification Walk
FOR MORE INFO ABOUT EVENTS AND TO REGISTER
Bears have been reported in and around the preserve.
Be aware of your surroundings and use caution.