Outdoor Activities & Adventures in Greene County

In the Great Northern Catskills, exploring the outdoors means escaping your ordinary.
Find epic adventures in the mountains. Let's Go Greene!

Hike, Bike, Climb and Fly in the Catskills

The Great Northern Catskills is an easy-to-reach destination for unforgettable adventures. Tackle towering mountains to enjoy breathtaking summit views or venture to a hidden waterfall. Challenge your grip strength on the best natural climbing routes in the northeast, or find your favorite mountain biking trail where natural terrain and world-class engineering meet. Cast a line or fly high above the trees on a zipline, paddle a boat, pitch a tent or find great Catskills lodging choices. It’s all here for you to explore.

Choose Your Own Adventure

From exploring the Catskill Park to careening down a waterslide, choose your own adventure and experience the freedom to play in Greene County. Then head to Hunter Mountain from Spring to Fall for the pinnacle of adventure travel in the Catskills, the New York Zipline Canopy Tour, a heart-pounding thrill-ride that can only be described with the words: fastest, and longest.

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camping under the stars in the Catskills

Catskills Campsites

Is there anything more restorative than waking to the sweet smell of the forest and sunlight streaming through the canopy overheard? Camping in the Catskills offers peaceful sleeps under a night sky bedazzled by stars, quiet Tentrr sites nestled in the mountains, or RV hookups close to music festival grounds. Explore Greene County's variety of camping experiences.

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Hike the Catskill Mountains

The Catskills are home to hundreds of miles of hiking trails, each offering a unique experience, view, and chance to discover New York's oldest vacation destination.

Test your stamina on the Great Northern Catskills Mountain Bike Trails or take a leisurely stroll on the family-friendly nature trails at the Mountain Top Arboretum.

Catskill Hiking Trails

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Hannacroix Creek Preserve (HCP)

113 Acre Natural Area

New Baltimore, NY
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Catskill Creek

Stroll this Hudson tributary's banks to experience the historic and natural heritage of Catskill village.

Catskill, NY
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Catskill Mountain Fish & Game Club

Haines Falls, NY
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Dolan's Lake Park

This swimming spot is set in a park-like setting with picnic tables and a pavilion. Lifeguard on duty in the summer months.

Hunter, NY
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Riedlbauer's Driving Range

Driving range with matted booths.

Round Top, NY
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Plateau Mountain Via Warner Creek Trail

Perfect for avid climbers and hikers, both scenic and rugged. The trail intersects with Devil's Path and offers views of the Kaaterskill High Peak and Hunter Mountain.

Lanesville, NY

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Hunter Regional Trails

If you are looking for a great way to experience the beauty of the Catskills, the Hunter Regional Trails are a great option. The trail is well-maintained and offers a variety of scenic views. The HRT is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and explore the Catskills.

Haines Falls, NY

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Walmart Super Center

Catskill, NY
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K & K Equestrian Center

Guided scenic trail rides nestled in the valley of the Great Northern Catskill Mountains.

East Durham, NY
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Catskill Park

The Catskill Park is a New York State designated wilderness recreation area spanning 700,000 acres across four counties in the Catskill Mountains.

Catskill, NY
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River Basin Sport Shop

A specialty outdoor store with a strong fishing focus. Rods, reels, accessories, and thousands of lures as well as live bait.

Catskill, NY
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North-South Lake State Campground

North-South Lake is the biggest and most popular state campground in the Catskill Forest Preserve, offering extraordinary scenic beauty, and historical sites.

Haines Falls, NY
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Windham High Peak via Burnt Knob

Great hike for panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson Valley. 7 mile hike.

Maplecrest, NY

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C & A Guns Plus

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Cairo Nature Center

A small park around the old reservoir with picnic tables and hiking trails.

Cairo, NY
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The Kaaterskill Rail Trail

The Kaaterskill Rail Trail starts at the Mountain Top Historical Property on the former Ulster and Delaware Railroad, and ends at Laurel House Road, just above Kaaterskill Falls and