The Shawangunks and associated area is gorgeous Tour the area by car or do a walk/hike to take in the views: By car: take a trip on the Shawangunk Mountain Scenic Byway Suggested route: 299 west out of New Paltz; take 44/55 up through the Shawangunks to Wawarsing and the Rondout valley; left onto 209 …