New York Travel Guide
The Catskills
By the editors of Kaboose.com, with Margaret Soria
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The Catskills region, known for its waterfalls, mountains, lush forests, and streams, is a picturesque natural wonderland.
If you enjoy fishing, you will love visiting the famous Catskill Fly Fishing Center and nearby rivers in Livingston Manor. Bethel, the site of the original 1969 Woodstock Music and Arts Festival, now hosts a variety of musical events each summer. If you are seeking the unusual, you will delight in the Kaatskill Kaleidoscope, the world's largest kaleidoscope, which looms above the horizon in Catskill Corners. The 60-foot tube, converted from a farm silo into a fascinating visual fantasy world, is a one-of-a-kind attraction.
While there, you can easily pass the day away at the Catskill Game Farm, Zoom Flume Water Park, or one of many European-style wineries. When you are worn out, enjoy the view from the Delaware & Ulster Rail Ride that will take you through the Catskill Mountains.
Where to Stay
Pollace’s Resort
Landon Ave.
Catskill, NY 12414
Phone: 518-943-3710
The Pollace’s Resort is located on the Catskill Mountain. They offer vacation packages that are filled with planned activities for the entire family. Some amenities include three meals a day with a choice menu, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, cable TV, paddle boat, and a 3-acre pond for boating and fishing.
The Guest House B&B
408 Debruce Road
Livingston Manor, NY 12758
Phone: 845-439-4000
The Guest House is only two hours away from Manhattan. Enjoy private fly-fishing on the Willowemoc River and hiking trails in the Catskills Forest Preserve. Some amenities include Swedish massages, heated exercise pools, cable TV, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzi, and over 12 antique stores within 30 minutes away. Pets are allowed.
The Forester Lodge
64 Dolans Lane
Hunter, NY 12442
Phone: 518-263-4555
The Forester Lodge is located in the Catskill Mountains of Hunter, which makes the slopes and local attractions within walking distance. Some amenities include complimentary breakfast, cable TV, wireless internet, and outdoor activities on the Catskill Mountains.
What to Do
Catskill Forest Preserve
21 S. Putt Corners Road
New Paltz, NY 12561
Phone: 845-256-3000
It is state owned and maintained. The Preserve is comprised of 300,000 acres of forests with meadows, lakes, springs, waterfalls, cliffs, fire towers, and wildlife. Today, it serves as a watershed, recreational area, and an ecological and scenic reserve. The Catskill Preserve is comprised of seven different mountainous areas.
Lake Superior State Park
342 Dr. Duggan Road
Bethel, NY 12720
Phone: 845-794-3000 ext. 5002
Lake Superior State Park, open from dawn to dusk year-round, features activities for the whole family, from beaches to fishing, and from swimming to playgrounds. You can obtain season passes and group rates. The beach operates on weekends starting at Memorial Day weekend through June, and daily from July through Labor Day – 9am to 7pm.
Catskill Mountain Foundation
7670 Main St.
Hunter, NY 12442
Phone: 518-263-2000
It is a non-profit cultural and agricultural organization. There are cultural programs year round, including classical music, theatre, dance, and poetry. Also, enjoy the gallery, organic farm market, bookstore, and movie theatre with independent/foreign films.
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