• Mist rises over fields on Martin Van Buren's farm Lindenwald as the Catkill Mountains loom in the distance.

    Martin Van Buren

    National Historic Site New York

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  • Heavy Visitation Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday June 4, 5 & 6!

    From Tuesday through Thursday June 4, 5 & 6 the site has limited openings on tours between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm due to visitation by school groups. Visitors are advised to phone the park at 518-758-9689 to determine when openings are available.

Outdoor Activities

Red tail hawk
A red tail hawk seen along the Kinderhook Dutch Farming Heritage Trail.
Andreas Stresseman

Trail Information

There are several tours which you can enjoy while visiting Martin van Buren NHS. The trails allow you to enjoy the beautiful scenery and interesting history while you stretch your legs and enjoy the fresh air. Click on the links to retrieve a bulletin which will explain the route and rules of each trail.

Lindenwald Wayside Trail

Martin Van Buren Nature Area

Kinderhook Dutch Farming Heritage Trail

Did You Know?

Martin Van Buren by John Sartain.

Martin Van Buren was the first president born in the United States of America. He was born December 5, 1782 six years after the colonies declared independence from Britain. The seven previous presidents were all born British subjects.