dark stout from a catskills brewery

11 Best Breweries in The Catskills

With a growing number of world-class breweries calling the Catskills home, beer lovers have plenty of reasons to visit.

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quarry pool

Secret Hike: Mega Mounds & Shadow Pool

This short, strange hike leads through one of the largest quarries in The Catskills.

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view from balsam lake fire tower of balsam forest below

Balsam Lake Fire Tower Hike

Incredible 360° wilderness views make this hike spectacular at any time of year.

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Advice for Solo Female Hikers: Persist

Women hikers often face pushback for heading into the wilderness alone. It’s time to call it what it is.

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Brook with chasm-like walls

Secret Hike: Waterfall Superhighway

A stunning Catskills “canyon” dotted with multiple gorgeous waterfalls.

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scenic view mountain summits

Van Wyck to Table & Peekamoose

Two plane wrecks. Two bear holes. Two talus fields. One incredible view.

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Wooden boardwalk in spring forest

The Trail to Inclusivity

Not everyone is on board.

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escarpment trail route to inspiration point

Catskills Frequently Asked Questions

These are the most frequently asked questions about The Catskills, according to Google.

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Eastern Devil’s Path

Devil’s Path Trail (Ultimate Guide)

Everything you need to know about the Devils Path — one of the most difficult hiking trails in New York State.

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hiker in snowy woods

Survivor Bias

Survivor bias in hiking is a safety issue. So is an optimism bias.

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The summit of Croagh Patrick seen from its main hiking trail

Croagh Patrick: Hiking Trail Guide

One of the most scenic hikes in Ireland.

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hiker in Diamond Notch Hollow

Diamond Notch Falls via Diamond Notch Road

This excellent alternate route to Diamond Notch Falls is moderately challenging with a great scenic view.

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Diamond Notch Falls via Spruceton

A short, easy mountain hike to a true Catskills gem: Diamond Notch Falls.

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jay mountain ridge in the Adirondacks

Jay Mountain Ridge

Jay Mountain Ridge stands as the most rewarding and memorable hiking experience I had in 2022.

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A farmers market in The Catskills, New York

13 Remarkable Catskills Farmers’ Markets

Catskills farmers’ markets are rich affairs. Here’s your up-to-date list of the best farmers’ markets in the region.

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rangers respond to injured hiker in snowy conditions

Rescue on Suicide Mountain in The Catskills

Underscoring the difficulty of hiking Sugarloaf Mountain’s western approach in winter, a hiker was debilitated by an ankle injury, kicking off a complex dozen-Ranger rescue mission.

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