Devil’s Acre Lean-to in the Hunter-West Kill Wilderness.Elm Ridge Lean-to in the Elm Ridge Wild Forest.This is a great place for a picnic or to just explore and sit around.
Hike up the Diamond Notch Trail along the West Kill for. Diamond Notch Falls – At the end of Spruceton Road park in the area on the right.NY/NJ TC Catskills Trail Map #40 and #41. This legendary area was America’s first great tourist destination and was visited by president’s, artists and the rich and powerful for over a century. Artists Rock (0.5-mile from campground), Boulder Rock (0.75-mile from campground), and Sunset Rock (1.3-miles from campground) also have great views. The Catskill Mountain House Site is a short stroll from the parking areas at the campground and boasts an incredible panorama of the Hudson Valley. Catskill Mountain House Site and Artists Rock – Accessed via North-South Lake State Campground, this is arguably the foremost classic scenic view in the Catskill Park (along with the view of North-South Lake and South Mountain from North Mountain).Huckleberry Point – Hike from the magical Platte Clove up onto the lower flanks of Kaaterskill High Peak and then out to a rocky promontory with fantastic views of the Hudson Valley, Platte Clove, and Indian Head Range.Scenic views at Dibble’s Quarry and summits of Twin and Sugarloaf Mountains. More ambitious hikers can ascend the Devil’s Path to the summits on either side of the notch. Dibble’s Quarry and Pecoy Notch – A moderate hike of 1.9 miles one-way will take you through classic Catskills northern hardwood forest and typical rock outcrops, then to an abandoned bluestone quarry with modern-day charm, on to a tumbling stream through a hemlock ravine, up to a high-mountain beaver meadow, and finally to the rugged notch between Twin and Sugarloaf Mountains (elevation gain 1,000’).Amazing vistas from bluestone ledges will turn you into a romantic such as the likes of Thomas Cole and Washington Irving. Once you make it up to the spruce-fir summits, all of your troubles will disappear in the breeze. Indian Head, Twin, Sugarloaf, and Twin are signature Catskill high peaks, and Plateau, Southwest Hunter, and Westkill Mountains will give you a better workout than you could ever pay for at a gym. Devil’s Path – Doing even a small chunk of the 23-mile Devil’s Path can be considered an extremely strenuous hike, however the rewards are numerous and unforgettable.Blackhead Range – Traverse the three high peaks that define the skyline of the northern Catskill Park Thomas Cole (elev.Be sure to be respectful of private property – do not venture onto private land without permission. Read about visiting the remains of a number of great old structures. Read an account of a wonderful camping trip taken starting at Little Pond. Looking for a 2-3 night Backpacking Idea? For more information about NY state parks and other facilities visit Accessible Outdoor Recreation Destinations in and around the Catskills.Ĭhoose a vicinity below to view some of the many outdoor pursuits in the Catskill Mountain region. For a complete list go to the DEC’s Accessible Recreation Destinations page and search their lists for Delaware, Greene, Sullivan and Ulster Counties. NOTE: The NYSDEC has developed several accessible recreation facilities in the Catskills for individuals with disabilities. The Catskill Mountain Region is Over 6,000 Square Miles….Where Should You Begin?Īre you new to the Catskills or not familiar with the location of our public lands and recreational resources? Looking for some good suggestions on where to go hiking, camping, boating, cycling, fishing, or cross-country skiing in the Catskills? In a region larger than the state of Connecticut, here are some suggestions to get you started.
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