FOREVER FORESTS
Join us in protecting our region's most ecologically important places
LAND PROTECTION FOR OUR FUTURE
Protecting the future of our irreplaceable landscape
For over 35 years, Winnakee Land Trust has worked in partnership with private landowners to conserve and sustainably manage some of the Hudson Valley’s most vulnerable lands, including thousands of acres of open space, forests, farms, wetlands and watersheds, and wildlife habitats that are critical to the region’s environmental health.
The power of land trusts
Land trusts exist to save land and, through the power of conservation, help make communities stronger and healthier for a more secure future. Winnakee is accredited by the Land Trust Alliance, leveraging protection of Hudson Valley lands and waters for the benefit of everyone and making a regional impact to global issues.
Our Priorities
Why Forests Matter
You can prevent the loss of irreplaceable land
Protecting and restoring forests – and the ecosystem services they provide for all life – is essential to maintaining the special quality of life we enjoy here in the Hudson Valley.
Learn MoreExplore Our Preserves
Winnakee's trails offer some of the most unique scenic viewsheds in the region
We have developed over 25 miles of trails that allow visitors to enjoy the irreplaceable landscapes that we protect.
Visit Parks & PreservesWinnakee’s Conservation Map*
You can browse our properties using this map. Hover over an icon for a detailed description to pop up. Public hiking trails (orange pins) typically have parking areas and mapped trails. More detailed information is also available on our Parks and Preserves page.
*excludes over 2,300 acres of conservation easements
35
YEARS OF LAND PROTECTION
25
MILES OF NEW TRAILS CREATED
100,000+
ANNUAL VISITORS TO OUR PRESERVES
5,000+
ACRES PROTECTED FOREVER