Pine Bush, hamlet located in the Towns of Crawford and Shawangunk, New York, within Orange and Ulster counties in the U.S.
Pine Bush is a small rural community near the Shawangunk Mountains in southeastern New York. The village spreads along simple streets with a mix of old farmhouses and newer homes, surrounded by open fields and pine forests.
Pine Bush started as a farming community in the 1800s, with families using the land for crops and livestock. Over time it grew into a mixed residential and agricultural area while keeping its rural character.
Pine Bush takes its name from the pine forests covering the rolling hills that define the village. The town has embraced UFO legends for decades, making these stories part of local identity and drawing curious visitors year-round.
Visitors usually drive here from New York City via Interstate 87 and Route 17K, taking about an hour and a half. Summer is best for hiking and stargazing while fall offers leaf color, and staying mid-week is quieter and less expensive than weekends.
Pine Bush has gained fame for its long history of UFO sightings and mysterious lights, leading to the creation of a UFO and Paranormal Museum and an annual UFO Festival in June. This blend of local legends and scientific explanations makes it distinctive for visitors interested in unexplained phenomena.
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