Forget the bumper-to-bumper autumn leaf-peepers and overcrowded hiking trails. When the brilliant foliage fades and the northern winds roll over the Western Catskills, Delaware County unlocks its … more

DELAWARE COUNTY  Downsville Covered Bridge Begin in Downsville, where the 1854 Downsville Covered Bridge crosses the East Branch of the Delaware River on Bridge Street, just off state … more

While Washington Irving’s Rip Van Winkle famously slept through the changing seasons in these hills, and naturalist John Burroughs recorded the sharp chill of mountain afternoons in Signs and … more

The Catskills have been making snow for generations. Long before snowmaking became a standard feature of the American ski industry, operators in the mountains were experimenting with ways to … more

A permit is required for all visitors to the Peekamoose Blue Hole and the entire nearby Peekamoose Valley Riparian Corridor along the Rondout Creek, including campers, picknickers, and hikers … more

The West Kortright Center will host an intimate, one-day festival featuring The Mystery Lights, local bands, and a curated selection of food, art, and light installations. The West Kortright … more

For the uninitiated, the “Blue Line,” the historic boundary encircling the Catskill Park, can feel like a cryptic designation. While digital maps and AI-generated itineraries offer a glimpse into … more

In the hills between Franklin and Treadwell, where narrow roads trace older routes through pasture and woods, an art tour that began as a modest experiment in the 1990s is preparing to mark its 30th … more

As summer rolls around, the Catskills come alive with farmers markets. Offering organic delights and always-fresh produce, these markets are a haven for food enthusiasts. From succulent fruits to … more

In the northern reaches of the Catskill Mountains, the village of Hobart in Delaware County has fashioned an identity that feels at once improbable and inevitable. With a cluster of independent … more

For decades, the Catskill Mountains were known primarily as the region where Rip Van Winkle famously slept for 20 years. For a long time, the area followed suit. It was a charming, slightly sleepy … more

Hiking in the Catskills is considered among the “coolest” of activities among the nearly 500,000 people who visit the region each year. Thousands of scenic vistas and diverse trails range from … more