Take a tour with Rail Explorers and experience the magic of the railroad like never before! Ride the rails on our pedal-powered 'Rail Explorers' - a unique activity suitable for everyone.
The Great Northern Catskills of Greene County are home to many treasures – from the stunning natural beauty of the landscape to the rich literary and artistic heritage immortalized by Thomas Cole and Washington Irving. Perhaps the crowning jewel is the highest cascading waterfall in New York State – Kaaterskill Falls. Dropping in two tiers over 260 feet, Kaaterskill Falls has been one of the region's most popular destinations for centuries.
The restaurant at the Deer Mountain Inn is a community living room – a place for locals, weekenders, and visitors to meet, greet, and eat. Our comfortable dining room welcomes all, whether for a small plate and drink on the mountain-view patio, a leisurely three-course meal near the cozy fireplace, or dessert and a digestif at our full-service bar, which offers classic spirits, hand-crafted cocktails, a smart wine list, and local brews.
"For many, the word Woodstock conjures up images of tie dye, hippies, and free love at the 3-day outdoor music festival… that did not actually take place here. (It actually took place in Bethel, which is about 1.5 hours southwest.) That didn’t stop Woodstock from becoming a bohemian destination though; for many years, the streets were lined in touristy gift stores and head shops. Though it’s taken awhile for the forces of change to sweep through town, Woodstock’s ever-changing Main Street includes lots of new shops, restaurants, and lodging, making it a definite contender for the coolest destination in the Catskills. Plus, it’s home to one of the best outdoor attractions in the entire Catskills region!" - Escape Brooklyn
"Hudson, NY is the perfect town for your maiden voyage upstate — in fact, it was ours! Ten+ years ago, a coworker returned from a weekend Upstate with tales of a sleepy town dotted with quaint B&Bs, great antique shopping, farmland and fields of wildflowers." - Escape Brooklyn
Saugerties Lighthouse, an 1869 landmark beacon on the Hudson River that stands proudly as a Living Museum and a renowned Bed & Breakfast. Step back in time over 150 years to experience the charm and rustic simplicity of life in the middle of the river.
Ninety miles north of NYC, the Hudson River Valley town of Kingston, NY is situated at the base of the Catskill Mountains on the Rondout Creek. As the original capital city of New York, it’s loaded with history and incredible architecture — plus, a very vibrant art community.
Located in Ulster County, NY Minnewaska State Park Preserve is situated on the dramatic Shawangunk Mountain ridge, which rises more than 2,000 feet above sea level and is surrounded by rugged, rocky terrain. The park features numerous waterfalls, three crystalline sky lakes, dense hardwood forests, incising sheer cliffs and ledges opening to beautiful views, clear streams cut into valleys, 35 miles of carriage roads and 50 miles of footpaths on which to bike, walk, hike and simply enjoy. And, all this within an hour and a half drive from New York City.