For Knobby Tire Lovers
With more than 120 miles of trails, the Great Northern Catskills are a premier destination for mountain biking. Roundtopia Mountain Bike Trail Network in Round Top offers more than 20 miles of singletrack and doubletrack trails for all skill levels. Check out the many different Catskills mountain biking trail networks and kick up some dust.
For the Tent-Pitchers
For the Tent-Pitchers
If the idea waking to the soft rustle of overhead leaves and lapping of gentle lake waves is calling you, then head to the Great Northern Catskills for your next camping trip. Pitch a tent or park an RV at North-South Lake Campground in Haines Falls and explore the legendary hiking of the Kaaterskill Clove, including the site of the former Catskill Mountain House which is a quick jaunt from the campground. For those adventure seekers who seek camping, Devil’s Tombstone campground in the Catskill Forest Preserve offers secluded scenic beauty right on the lake, with easy access hiking trails leading to some of the highest peaks! The secret is out on camping in the Catskills, so book your campsite today to secure your spot.
For Hikers
For Hikers
Whether you’re up for a challenging mountain hike or a scenic walk in the woods, the Great Northern Catskills offer trails for every kind of summer adventure. Hike to Kaaterskill Falls, a two-tiered waterfall with a total drop of more than 260 feet, tackle some of the highest peaks in the Catskill Park, or explore the trails and sweeping overlooks of North-South Lake Campground.
Many of these trails lead through the same dramatic landscapes that inspired Hudson River School artists Thomas Cole and Frederic Church nearly two centuries ago. With mountaintop views, waterfalls, forest trails and hikes ranging from easy outings to full-day climbs, there’s plenty of ground to explore.
