Catskills Guide to Winter Activities in 2025-2026

Winter Guide To The Catskills

Plan your trip to the Great Northern Catskills and experience the wonders of the season!

Winter in the New York Catskills is a time of adventure, when snow-capped peaks beckon with adventure, and even small things, like meeting up with friends for an après ski drink, feel a little bit more special. From skiing to shopping and dining to hiking, here’s a guide to some of the best things to do in Greene County during winter.

Off-Mountain Winter Activities

If you don’t downhill ski or snowboard but still want to enjoy winter fun, the Catskills has plenty of things to do. From cross-country skiing to snowshoeing, winter hiking or a day of snow tubing, the Great Northern Catskills are where you can embrace the best of winter.

Plan a New York Skiing Vacation

Home to two of New York State’s best ski resorts – Hunter Mountain and Windham Mountain, the Great Northern Catskills make the perfect place to escape for a downhill ski or snowboarding vacation. Both mountains cater to novice and experienced skiers and snowboarders–plus everyone in between. Both deliver on fun and adventure, within a couple hours of NYC and Boston.

Winter Lodging & Dining Ideas

What’s better than a hotel or lodge with a hot tub and fireplace on a cold winter’s night in New York? Check out our list of ideas for the best lodging places to stay and dine while visiting the Catskills this winter.