The Catskills Travel Guide 2025: The Best of The Catskills

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Shady

Shady might not have many top sights, but Overlook Mountain Trailhead and Byrdcliffe Barn are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mid-Hudson Bridge featuring a bridge, a garden and a river or creek

Poughkeepsie Waterfront

You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in Poughkeepsie Waterfront. You might want to make time for a stop at Mid-Hudson Bridge or Poughkeepsie Bridge.

Hunter Highlands

While there might not be top attractions in Hunter Highlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hunter Mountain and Kaatskill Flyer Ski Lift.

Roundout

While visiting Roundout, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Maritime Museum and Trolley Museum of New York.

Hillside

While there might not be top attractions in Hillside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Esopus Creek and Ulster Performing Arts Center.

Kingston Stockade District

You'll enjoy the churches and spas in Kingston Stockade District. You might want to make time for a stop at Senate House State Historic Site or Birch Body Care.

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Hunter Mountain

Hit the slopes at Hunter Mountain, a top ski area in Hunter. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Culinary Institute of America

Explore the campus of Culinary Institute of America during your travels in Hyde Park. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Mohonk Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mohonk Lake during your travels in High Falls. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Kaaterskill Falls

Explore the great outdoors at Kaaterskill Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Haines Falls. Wander the riverfront and forests in the area.

Olana State Historic Site

You can study the exhibits at Olana State Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Hudson. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.