There are hundreds of miles of rivers and streams coursing through Sullivan County, from the wild Delaware to tiny tributaries narrow enough to leap over. But how about a moment of appreciation for the bridges that span these water bodies—361 in all, according to New York State records, from nearly 1,000-foot-long concrete spans across the […]

A Catskills Weekend Getaway in Warmth and Woods There’s something about a Catskills morning that invites you to slow down. Mist lifts off the Delaware River, a hawk circles over a copper canopy of leaves and somewhere down a winding road, coffee brews in a farmhouse kitchen. This is the rhythm of the Sullivan Catskills—unhurried, […]

Three days of cabins, country roads and the art of slowing down Autumn in the Sullivan Catskills feels rich and unhurried. Mornings unfold in layers of mist over the Delaware River. Afternoons bring soft sunlight across farm fields and forested hills. The scent of wood smoke, apples and rain fills the air. Here, weekends take […]

Of all the reasons to indulge your senses by exploring Sullivan County in autumn— the scent of woodsmoke by a lodge fire, the feel of crisp air as you hike any of the dozens of trails, the taste of apple cider at a local orchard—let’s face it: The sight of our Catskills mountains and valleys […]

Halloween has a way of winning everyone over. From elementary school costume parades and over-the-top haunted neighborhoods to pumpkin carving, classic movies and that well-earned parent candy tax—it’s a holiday made for pure fun. In the Sullivan Catskills, Halloween still feels like home. We celebrate with porch lights glowing, neighbors laughing, and a friendly spirit […]

Hey adventurers! Fall in the Sullivan Catskills is like stepping into a storybook. The trees are painted in fiery colors, pumpkins glow at night and the smell of hot cider floats through the air. Whether you’re here with your family for a day or a whole weekend, there’s a ton of fun waiting for you. […]

There are plenty of beautiful old barns in the Sullivan Catskills, but only one of them has been hosting world class theatrical productions since 1947. As one of only a handful of small summer theaters left in the United States, both locals and visitors alike will tell you the Forestburgh Playhouse punches well above its […]

Let the maples guide your days. Let crisp air steady your breath. Let yourself fall into the rhythm of a place where autumn doesn’t just arrive—it reshapes everything it touches. In Sullivan County, fall is not just a season—it’s an atmosphere. Valleys glow in layers of scarlet, amber, and gold. River curves soften under morning […]

Let’s get right to it, there are nine craft breweries and two cideries in the Sullivan Catskills. There is also an astounding variety of unique dining options for a region of this size and scope. From coffee shops and cafés to food trucks and farm-to-table al fresco, there is something for everyone on the collective […]

Fall That Feels Like Home In the Sullivan Catskills, fall isn’t about sweater season or pumpkin spice. Branding a season is something that happens in places that need to work for it. Here, fall just works.  School is back in session. Schedules are juggled around sports practice, dance classes and craft clubs. Weekend plans are […]

There’s something special about a trail. The way they shortcut a corner, connect communties, lead to forts and hide-e-holes. Some have official names, associated maps, icons on kiosks. That sort of thing. Others are simply known as the “sneak route.”  Each represents an invitation to explore. To bring you someplace you want to go, but […]

Fifty-six years ago, the iconic Woodstock Music and Arts Fair opened on Max Yasgur’s sprawling dairy farm in Bethel Woods. When Brooklyn born Richie Havens took the stage at 5 p.m. on Friday, August 15, none of the nearly 500,000 people spread across the pasture knew they’d be writing history in Max’s yard.  Havens acoustic […]