Plan Your 2026 Catskills Snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing Adventure

Escape into a fairytale in the winter and rediscover the joy of playing in the snow. Experience the region's stunning cross-country ski and snowshoe trails softly carpeted in downy winter snow, to the awe-inspiring summit views across the Catskill peaks.

Within the Great Northern Catskills of Greene County 705,500 acres of wilderness, lies a tucked away landscape straight out of Washington Irving’s Rip Van Winkle.

Several cross XC Ski centers in Greene County offer snowshoe rentals and trail maps. Trek along scenic mountain paths and discover beautiful ice formations, majestic vistas and historic locations for a truly unique perspective of the mountaintops in winter.

Explore by day and return to a cozy après ski fire at one of our charming resorts for a mug of hot cocoa. Whether you’ve been snowshoeing and cross country skiing for years or are just starting out – the Great Northern Catskills of Greene County invites you to Awaken to Adventure.

Enjoy cross-country skiing & snowshoeing areas

Bearpen Mountain Sports

North-South Lake State Park

The Windham Path

1.5-mile family-friendly path in Windham, NY, with views of the Great Northern Catskills.

Bearpen Mountain Sports

Outdoor adventure for all ages!

Off-Mountain Winter Activities

Snowshoeing, winter hiking, and sipping craft brews by a warm fire. Get off the slopes and enjoy winter in the Great Northern Catskills!

WINTER FUN FOR ALL

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