Guidebook for Palenville and area
A must!
Amazing Spectacular waterfalls with a moderate hike getting to the first tier
This is the spectacular Kaaterskill Falls, viewable from the platform of the two-drop waterfall cascades total of 260 feet. Located 5 miles from the house up the Mountain (eastern Catskill Mountains ).
668 locals recommend
Kaaterskill Falls
This is the spectacular Kaaterskill Falls, viewable from the platform of the two-drop waterfall cascades total of 260 feet. Located 5 miles from the house up the Mountain (eastern Catskill Mountains ).
Another spectacular easy to moderate hike, 15 min House
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Platte_Clove
6 locals recommend
Platte Clove Road
Platte Clove RoadAnother spectacular easy to moderate hike, 15 min House
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Platte_Clove
The Bearsville Theater needs no intro besides the photos of Dyland; the Band on the walls: the lounge, a comfy, spacious and vibey club ; local acts, as well as up-and-coming national performers
195 locals recommend
Bearsville Theater
291 Tinker St The Bearsville Theater needs no intro besides the photos of Dyland; the Band on the walls: the lounge, a comfy, spacious and vibey club ; local acts, as well as up-and-coming national performers
North-South Lake, the Catskill Forest Preserve has extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites, such as Alligator Rock, Kaaterskill Falls + Swimming!
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24487.html
165 locals recommend
North/South Lake Campground
874 N Lake RdNorth-South Lake, the Catskill Forest Preserve has extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites, such as Alligator Rock, Kaaterskill Falls + Swimming!
http://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24487.html
Saugerties (11 miles), antiques, great eateries; dining try Miss Lucy's, The Red Onion, or The Dutch Ale House, and others.
162 locals recommend
Saugerties
Saugerties (11 miles), antiques, great eateries; dining try Miss Lucy's, The Red Onion, or The Dutch Ale House, and others.
A mellow village, on its way to being discovered.
Galleries, antiques, and vintage stores like Sister Salvage. Visit Thomas Cole National Historic Site with breathtaking mountain views from Cole’s porch. Coffee break? check out Willa’s café and bakery.For dining try 394 Main Restaurant, New York Restaurant, J&J Smokehouse BBQ, Radici, HiLo Catskill ( coffeehouse, breakfast/lunch)
125 locals recommend
Catskill
A mellow village, on its way to being discovered.
Galleries, antiques, and vintage stores like Sister Salvage. Visit Thomas Cole National Historic Site with breathtaking mountain views from Cole’s porch. Coffee break? check out Willa’s café and bakery.For dining try 394 Main Restaurant, New York Restaurant, J&J Smokehouse BBQ, Radici, HiLo Catskill ( coffeehouse, breakfast/lunch)
http://www.onthesnow.com
Catskills' premier winter destination, Hunter Mnt maintains renowned terrain, got skiers and snowboarders covered, high-efficiency snowmaking 100% of its trails.
892 locals recommend
Hunter Mountain
http://www.onthesnow.com
Catskills' premier winter destination, Hunter Mnt maintains renowned terrain, got skiers and snowboarders covered, high-efficiency snowmaking 100% of its trails.
Windham Mountain, a family friendly resort offering an authentic ski experience. Featuring 52 trails spread across 278 acres of accessible terrain with a 1,600 foot vertical. 5 terrain terrain parks
20 locals recommend
Windham Mountain Village
Windham Mountain, a family friendly resort offering an authentic ski experience. Featuring 52 trails spread across 278 acres of accessible terrain with a 1,600 foot vertical. 5 terrain terrain parks
Shopping, local Markets
Great wholesome food & locally sustainably sourced products
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g48358-d2645674-Reviews-Circle_W_General_Store-Palenville_Catskill_Region_New_York.html
113 locals recommend
Circle W Market
3328 NY-23AGreat wholesome food & locally sustainably sourced products
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g48358-d2645674-Reviews-Circle_W_General_Store-Palenville_Catskill_Region_New_York.html
A family run Italian Restaurant with character that has been in the restaurant business for generations located on a small country road in the valley of the Kaaterskill Creek.
17 locals recommend
Fernwood
341 Malden AveA family run Italian Restaurant with character that has been in the restaurant business for generations located on a small country road in the valley of the Kaaterskill Creek.
Decent Mexican food on a budget to finish off the hike up Kaaterskill
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g48718-d1377924-Reviews-Pancho_Villa_s_Mexican_Restaurant-Tannersville_New_York.html
89 locals recommend
Pancho Villa's
6037 Main StDecent Mexican food on a budget to finish off the hike up Kaaterskill
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g48718-d1377924-Reviews-Pancho_Villa_s_Mexican_Restaurant-Tannersville_New_York.html
Great local hang out with weekday specials. Check out Mussels Monday or Wednesday Burger night! Get there early, it gets packed!
35 locals recommend
Pig Bar
110 Partition StGreat local hang out with weekday specials. Check out Mussels Monday or Wednesday Burger night! Get there early, it gets packed!
Vinnie's Farm Market
3669 NY-32He's got everything plus homemade Italian jams.
Story Farms
4640 NY-32Great local family-owned farm market
Arts & Culture
Olana State Historic Site, the home and property of Frederic Church. Magnificent views, house tours and picnic possibilities!
Saugerties Lighthouse
168 Lighthouse DrA beautiful spot and fun hike!
Great selection of Art Galleries, Antique Stores, and Restaurants like Kittys Market, Mexican Radio, Le Gamin Cafe/Creperie, Swoon Kitchen bar, Half Moon pizza, and more!
442 locals recommend
Hudson
Great selection of Art Galleries, Antique Stores, and Restaurants like Kittys Market, Mexican Radio, Le Gamin Cafe/Creperie, Swoon Kitchen bar, Half Moon pizza, and more!
Magnificent views, house tours, walks, and picnic possibilities.
210 locals recommend
The Olana Partnership
5720 NY-9GMagnificent views, house tours, walks, and picnic possibilities.
Interesting, well-preserved home and studio of an important 1800 century Hudson River painter
163 locals recommend
Thomas Cole National Historic Site
218 Spring StInteresting, well-preserved home and studio of an important 1800 century Hudson River painter
Sightseeing
Palenville Overlook
Splendid views and a good hike
Colgate Lake
Nice mountain lake in East Jewett, refreshing in summer
Hudson River Skywalk
27-16 New York 23great walk and excursion!
City/town information
Historic village on the way up the mountain (23 A).
Tons of activities besides dining at Pancho Villa's, Deer Mountain Inn, Jessie's Harvest House Restaurant & Lodge or Maggie's Krooked Cafe & Juice Bar
Winter outdoor activities like skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice-fishing & snowmobiling and summer activities like biking, hiking, camping, swimming, fishing & golf.
117 locals recommend
Tannersville
Historic village on the way up the mountain (23 A).
Tons of activities besides dining at Pancho Villa's, Deer Mountain Inn, Jessie's Harvest House Restaurant & Lodge or Maggie's Krooked Cafe & Juice Bar
Winter outdoor activities like skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice-fishing & snowmobiling and summer activities like biking, hiking, camping, swimming, fishing & golf.
To do!
Rip Van Winkle Country Club
3200 NY-23AGolf day passes, Dining, and Bar.