What You Need To Know About the Nature Bus in Ulster County

One of the things I love about the Hudson Valley is the nature we get to experience all year long. The Hudson Valley is known for its eco-tourism. Now that experience is more accessible for everyone.

Ulster County Provides Transportation to Nature in 2025

This weekend, the Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) Nature bus returns. Once again, people will be able to take a bus to the Hudson Valley's most popular nature spots. This is car-free access to nature and outdoor fun.

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This bus is an amazing idea that returns this weekend and runs every Saturday through the end of September. The County Executive, along with UCAT and the Department of Tourism, has teamed up to offer both residents and visitors the ability to get to some of Ulster County's most breathtaking places without using a car.

Where Does The UCAT Nature Bus Go in Ulster County, New York

The UCAT Nature Bus has both a Ridge Route and a River Route. Places that take residents car-free include: Sojourner Truth State Park, Mohonk Preserve, Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Black Creek Preserve, Walkway Over the Hudson State Park, and Kingston Point Beach.

What Does it Cost to Ride the UCAT Nature Bus?

UCAT runs the nature bus free of charge. You can click here for route details and ride information.

The program is entirely free for both transportation and admission to the sites, and all Nature Bus routes include destinations for people of all ages and abilities. The Nature Bus will continue to run with two alternating routes on Saturdays through late September for 2025. (via ulstercountyny.gov/nature-bus)

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