This is alsoone of the best places to swim in the Catskills. On hot summer days, the more daring cool off in the refreshing watering hole below the upper falls. In winter, skip the icy downward climb and stick to the observation deck to see the frosted landscape from above. You'll lik...
From classic hikes like Storm King Mountain in the Hudson Highlands, to carriage road walks in the Shawangunks and a historic walk around the grounds of Oleana, to 25 Catskills hikes such as Wittenberg and Cornell Mountains, to ridgewalks a...
Located about two hours fromNew York City, the Catskills provide a gorgeous mountain retreat for those looking to slow down and take in some fresh air. It’s the perfect weekend getaway whether you’re looking to do some hiking, visit one of the famous mountain resorts, or enjoy some time...
Catskills hiking offers an experience of a beautiful landscape, including a two-tiered waterfall & breathtaking five-state views from the Catskills high peaks.
Begin off Oliverea-Slide Mountain Road and cross over the West Branch of the Neversink River on the Phoenicia-East Branch Trail. Turn onto the Wittenberg-Cornell-Slide Trail to the summit of Slide Mountain. Slide Mountain is the highest point in the Catskills and hikers will find a monument ...
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Best for natural wonders and epic hikes Start – Palenville; End – Hunter; Distance – 41 miles; allow half a day Cloves, a distinctive geographic feature of the Catskills, are clefts cut by waterfalls and rivers as they zigzag through mountains. Thomas Cole, the 19th-century landscape pai...
Beautiful fall hike. In addition to the views , I enjoyed the trail itself and the terrain. Grateful we went counter clockwise because I prefer going up the scrambling parts.Scutt Rd Loop via Badman Cave and Artist’s Rock to North South Lake Claudia Cruz Nov 27, 2024•Hiking Easy to...
In the Summer months, other possible adventurous activities in Hunter include atram ride up to the summit of Hunter Mountain, followed by a hike down the gorgeous trail that draws visitors around the region all year round. The tram ride itself can seat up to six passengers and lasts about ...
Spot some of the gorges and waterfalls in the area with a hike like the stone staircase that leads to Cascadilla Creek Gorge. 7. Catskills Just an hour’s drive north of New York City are the Catskills Mountains. This destination is an incredible juxtaposition to city life, which is why ...