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ULSTER
COUNTY TRAVEL GUIDE 2019-2020
HUDSON VALLEY & CATSKILL REGIONS
ARTS & CULTURE RECREATION EVENTS FARM-TO-TABLE CRAFT BEVERAGES
WINE
Visit our members
for tastings, special
events and more!
Angry Orchard
Walden
Applewood Winery
Warwick
Hudson Valley, NY Baldwin Vineyard
Pine Bush
Benmarl Winery
Marlboro
Brimstone Hill Vineyard
Pine Bush
Brotherhood, America's Oldest Winery
Washingtonville
Clearview Vineyard
Warwick
Demarest Hill Winery & Distillery
Warwick
Glorie Farm Winery
Marlboro
Magnanini Farm Winery
Wallkill
Palaia Winery & Meadery
Highland Mills
Robibero Winery
New Paltz
Stoutridge Vineyard
Marlboro
Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery
Warwick
Whitecliff Vineyard
Gardiner
Tastings, special events
& more! Upcoming:
Wine Tasting Passport • Valid through Aug 31
HUDSON VALLEY, NY Wreath Fineries • Nov 23-24, Dec 7-8, 14-15
#GunksWine
Info & tickets for events at GunksWine.com
WELCOME
Welcome to Ulster County
U
lster County is a year-round destination for
day-trippers and vacationers alike. What calls to
them are the thousands of acres of natural areas,
countless recreational activities, farm-to-table eateries,
distilleries and breweries, world-class accommodations and
The aassills
its diverse arts, culture and history. Located only 90 miles
north of New York City and an hour south of Albany, this
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nearly 750,000-acre rural playground has it all.
Come and discover Ulster County’s premier attractions like
the Catskill Mountains, Hudson River, Shawangunk Ridge, PHOENICIA, NY
rail trails and the Walkway Over the Hudson. Venture down
the road less traveled to find one of the county’s countless
hidden gems. Here you’ll find New York’s first whiskey View of Table and Peekamoose Mountains and Burroughs Range from
distillery since Prohibition, the last wooden lighthouse on
the Hudson River, a haunted hotel and so much more.
the Shawangunks above Ellenville
House, the 125th anniversary of Hurds Family Farm and
book now
www.railexplorers.net or call 1 877 833 8588
the 10th anniversary of Walkway Over the Hudson State
In the pages of this guide, you’ll find exciting events,
Historic Park. Plus, all year-long, the town of Woodstock is ‘Easy ride, beautiful views, and fun for family and friends of all ages.’
outdoor activities and adventures, recommendations on
celebrating the 50th anniversary of the famous 1969
places to stay and explore, plus new and interesting facts
Woodstock music festival.
about the venues.
Come out and enjoy all that Ulster County has to offer.
There’s much to celebrate in Ulster County this year,
including the 150th anniversary of Mohonk Mountain For more information, please visit ulstercountyalive.com.
Reminiscent of a European castle, Mohonk Mountain House is the epitome of the unexpected.
All summer long, experience breathtaking views, pristine hiking trails, mountain biking,
row boating, kayaking, tennis, golf, nightly entertainment, and much more. Rejuvenate
with a nature-inspired treatment at The Spa at Mohonk Mohonk Mountain House—
ranked the #1 resort spa in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler.
Join us on the mountaintop and feel your stresses melt away.
BOOK AN UNFORGETTABLE OVERNIGHT GETAWAY, DINING, OR DAY SPA VISIT.
866.966.0348 | mohonk.com | New Paltz, New York
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Contents
Events 6
Farms, U-Picks and
Farmers’ Markets 27 LOCALLY GROWN...
Recreation
Biking
10
11
Maple Sugar Farms
Craft Beverages
32
34
NATIONALLY
Boat Rentals/Kayaking
Boat Rides and Charters
11
12
Breweries and Microbreweries
Cideries
35
35
RANKED
Bowling 12 Distilleries 36 Your Public University
Cross-Country Skiing/ Wineries 36
Snowshoeing 12
Downhill Skiing/ Arts and Culture 38
WELCOME TO
Snowboarding 14 Antiques 39
Fishing 14 Art Associations 40 OUR CAMPUS…
Guide Services 14 Galleries 40 visit the SAMUEL DORSKY
Belleayre Mountain
Hang Gliding/Ultra Light/ Movie Theaters 42 MUSEUM OF ART,
Skydiving 14 Performing and Visual Arts 42 attend a PLANETARIUM SHOW,
Horseback Riding 15 Pottery and Ceramics 45 see a THEATRE production
Ice Skating 15 or check our WEBSITE
Indoor/Outdoor Recreation 15
Historic Sites for more events.
Marinas 16
and Museums 46
Miniature Golf 17 Accommodations 50
Paintball 17 Bed and Breakfasts 51 www.newpaltz.edu/events
Rock Climbing 17 Cabins and Cottages 53
Roller Skating 17 Campgrounds 55
Swimming 17 Dude Ranches 56
Tennis 18 Hotels 56
Tours and Trails 18 Inns and Lodges 57
Motels 59
Tube Rentals 20
Resorts 59
Golf 22
Spas
Spiritual Retreats
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60
Parks 24 TH E
Stone Ridge Orchard
Farm to Table 26 Travelers’ DORSKY
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Christmas Tree Farms 27 Information 62
DORSKY
For more travel information, visit or call:
Ulster County Tourism, 20 Broadway, Kingston
800-342-5826 | 845-340-3566
Distance to Ulster County
MAJOR CITIES AIRPORTS
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Albany, NY 57 New York Stewart International Airport 42
Hartford, CT 94 Albany International Airport 65
SAMUEL DORSKY OF ART
MUSEUM OF ART
SAMUEL DORSKY MUSEUM OF ART
New York, NY 110 Westchester County Airport 92
Philadelphia, PA 179 LaGuardia Airport 98 STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT NEW PALTZ
STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT NEW PALTZ
Boston, MA 205 Newark Liberty International Airport 102
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*Measured in miles from Kingston, NY John F. Kennedy International Airport 107
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On the cover: Hudson River, Saugerties. Photo by Gail Porter, Owner of I Paddle New York
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EVENTS
The Colony of the Arts Hooley on Drum Boogie
Top
Throughout 2019 The Hudson Festival
Woodstock
woodstockchamber.com Irish Festival Sept. 7, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Andy Lee Field, Rock City
Event series within the Sept. 1, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Road, Woodstock
town of Woodstock in T.R. Gallo Park, Rondout 845-255-0243
celebration of the 50th waterfront, Kingston drumboogiefestival.com
anniversary of “Wood- 845-338-6622, 845-246-7195 A free multi-cultural music
Events
stock,” the famous 1969 ulsteraoh.com festival, celebrating the
music festival and over Bagpipes, food, music, diverse styles of music/dance/
100 years as a Colony of step dancing, Ceili dancing, voice from around the world
the Arts. Arts and cultural craft demonstrations, including jazz, Japanese Taiko,
organizations, art galleries storytelling, authentic Celtic African, Brazilian, classical,
and area businesses will be products, entertainment beatbox, Steel Pan and more.
celebrating by hosting and more. Renowned musicians such as Jack DeJohnette, Paul Winter, NEXUS,
activities and special NYU Steel, COBU and more. Bring a chair/blanket. Food trucks and
events throughout the year. vendors on site. Directed by Garry Kvistad of Woodstock Chimes.
HITS-on-the-Hudson Woodstock-New Paltz Art Headless Hudson Valley
HITS-on-the-Hudson I: May 22-26; & Crafts Fair Horseman Garlic Festival
HITS-on-the-Hudson II:
May 29-June 2;
HITS-on-the-Hudson III: June 5-9;
SPRING SHOW: May 25-27,
Saturday and Sunday,
Hayrides and Sept. 28-29
Cantine Field, Washington
HITS-on-the-Hudson IV: July 17-21;
10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Monday
10 a.m.-4 p.m.; FALL SHOW:
Haunted Houses Avenue Extension, Saugerties
845-246-3090
HITS-on-the-Hudson V: July 24-28; Opening night Sept 21.
Aug. 31-Sept. 2, Saturday and Kid-friendly Children’s Days: hvgf.org
New York Horse & Pony Show (VI): Sunday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.;
July 31-Aug. 4; Oct. 12 and 26. Two-day celebration of garlic,
Monday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 778 Broadway (Route 9W), Ulster Park with food, crafts, live music,
HITS-on-the-Hudson VII: Ulster County Fairgrounds,
Aug. 28-Sept. 1; 845-339-2666 chef and farmer lectures,
249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz headlesshorseman.com
HITS-on-the-Hudson VIII, featuring 505-917-1731, 845-516-4342, 845-389-3712
children’s area and tons of
the HITS Championship: Sept. 4-8 Named “No. 1 Haunted Attraction in garlic. Shuttle bus service.
quailhollow.com
America.” New theme each season. No pets. Advance tickets online
454 Washington Ave. Extension, Saugerties The fairs, now celebrating their 38th anniversary, feature high-quality
845-246-8833 (office), 845-246-5515 (during shows) Ten attractions, four gift shops and or at select local merchants.
juried creations of over 200 artists and craftspeople from across
hitsshows.com five food cafés. Ages 13 and over.
America. Features include furniture, architectural crafts, demonstrations,
Enjoy a day of family-friendly fun at HITS-on-the-Hudson and catch a handcrafted specialty foods, health care products, live performances by Reservations required.
glimpse of equestrian stars. the Hudson Valley’s best musical talent and interactive children’s activities.
Rosendale Street Festival Ulster County Fair Woodstock O+ Festival
July 20-21
Main Street, Rosendale
July 30-Aug. 4
Ulster County Fairgrounds,
Film Festival Oct. 11-13
Kingstonopositivefestival.org
845-658-8348 249 Libertyville Road, Oct. 2-6 The 10th annual festival is held
rosendalestreetfestival.org New Paltz Various locations in Woodstock, at various venues and times
The Rosendale Street Festival 845-255-1380, 845-255-1707 Rosendale, Kingston and in Kingston’s historic uptown
first took place in 1975 and has ulstercountyfair.com Saugerties, Ulster County and midtown neighborhoods.
Since 1886, this county fair 845-679-4265
been rocking ever since. Main “Exchanging the Art of Medicine
has been a family event
woodstockfilmfestival.com
Street is closed for two days. for the Medicine for the Art.”
The 20th annual Woodstock Film
There are seven stages, 80 promoting local agriculture, Concerts, murals, visual and
Festival will present a roster of
bands, over 100 vendors, kids horticulture, animal performing arts, health expo,
over 150 films, concerts, panels and the Maverick Awards Ceremony.
crafts and parades. The husbandry and good, classes in healing arts, cycling
Special screenings and events also take place year-round. Previous
festival is donation-driven old-fashioned fun. events and more.
notable attendees include: Alec Baldwin, Paul Rudd, Daniel-Day Lewis,
and is produced by Admission includes all
Bill Pullman, Giancarlo Esposito. Natalie Merchant, Courtney Cox,
community volunteers. entertainment, shows,
Jennifer Connelly, Julie Taymor, Natalie Portman, Uma Thurman, Lucy
parking and exhibits.
Liu, Vera Farmiga, Woody Harrelson, Ethan Hawke, Steve Buscemi, Peter
Gabriel, Arlo Guthrie and Donovan.
Phoenicia International Hudson Valley Ribfest Ulster Italian Sinterklaas
Festival of the Voice Aug. 16-18 Festival Nov. 30, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Rondout waterfront, Kingston
Aug. 2-4 Ulster County Fairgrounds, Oct. 13, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. sinterklaashudsonvalley.com
Multiple venues in Phoenicia and 249 Libertyville Road, Rondout waterfront, Kingston Sinterklaas departs from the
Highmount New Paltz 845-338-9111 historic Kingston waterfront
845-688-3291 844-RIBFEST ucitalianamericanfoundation.org (aka “Spain”) after a full
phoeniciavoicefest.org hudsonvalleyribfest.org The Ulster County Italian American day of open houses,
This season’s three-day festival Biggest, best backyard Foundation is presenting the 12th musical performances,
offers vocal performances barbecue in the Hudson annual Italian Festival on the workshops creating
ranging from opera to musicals, Valley. Food and Kingston waterfront. This free beautiful crowns and
gospel to world music, featuring merchandise vendors, festival features a variety of Italian branches and a Children’s
international stars in seven live music, cooking foods, beverages, products, music Maritime Parade down
venues, all within walking distance in the hamlet of Phoenicia. demonstrations, children’s and family fun. Broadway with stars and
Performances include the opera “Elixir of Love” by Donizetti, a special area, KCBS and NEBS
puppets galore.
African-American hommage, a fantastic recapitulation of the past 10 years barbecue contests.
of music and beauty, from jazz to opera, gospel to plays. The 10th annual
festival expands with Belleayre Mountain Ski Center as an additional venue.
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EVENTS
Events
May 8 Kingston Kayak Festival August 28 Family of New Paltz
Turkey Trot
Kingston Point Beach, Delaware Avenue,
Kingston Water Street Market, 10 Main St., New Paltz
3-5 Women’s Woodstock Cycling 845-481-7339
9-11 Saugerties Artists Studio Tour
845-255-7957
kingston-ny.gov 302 Old Route 32, Saugerties
Grand Prix 845-246-7493 newpaltzturkeytrot.com
Rock City Road, Woodstock The Kingston Kayak Festival is one of the saugertiesarttour.org As much of a tradition as the Macy’s
845-612-1672 largest Hudson River kayak festivals, where Discover the work of painters, furniture Thanksgiving Day Parade featuring a
womenswoodstockcycling.com you can demo a variety of kayaks, learn makers, sculptors, print makers, potters, 3.1-mile run/walk and a fun run for children.
A world-class women’s-only bicycle road race. new skills and see the newest gear. photographers and mixed-media artists Registration 8 a.m. Races 9-11 a.m.
Three days of bicycle racing in the Hudson throughout the town of Saugerties. Individual
A $10 donation is suggested. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Valley and Catskills focused on women’s ath-
and small groups per studio are welcome. 29 A Frosty Fest
Some studios are accessible. Friday, 5-7 p.m., (opening day)
leticism, wellness, community and the bicycle. 15 Strawberry Festival Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Klyne Esopus Historical Society Museum Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted
Houses, 778 Broadway (Route 9W),
764 Broadway (Route 9W), Ulster Park 10 Antique Fire Engine Muster and
Ulster Park
845-338-8109 Open House
esopushistorymuseum.org 845-339-2666
Volunteer Fireman’s Hall and Museum
Homemade strawberry shortcake, burgers 265 Fair St., Kingston
845-331-4481
September afrostyfest.com
Also, Nov. 30, Dec. 1, 6, 7,
and more with community entertainment. Twelve days of
Accessible. Admission fee. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. kingstonvolunteerfiremensmuseum. 21 Catskill Conquest Rally Commemorating the 1903 Automobile 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22.
Frosty fun
weebly.com Endurance Run A family-fun holiday
An event not to be missed, the muster is light spectacular
22 Maritime Festival Featuring the annual fundraiser for the Volunteer
Catskills Visitor Center, 5096 Route 28, Mount Tremper
featuring Candy Cane
the Antique and Classic Boat 1903autorun.com
Fireman’s Hall and Museum. More than 20 Lane, Frosty’s Enchanted
Show and the National Boat antique, vintage and new fire trucks will A noncompetitive tour open to all vintages. Travel a 65-mile guided route through several
Forest, Glistening Gardens, Magical Mansion,
Building Challenge be on display with the museum’s two checkpoints along the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway and beyond. Starts 9 a.m. at the
Frosty’s Magical 3D Adventure, Santa’s
Hudson River Maritime Museum, 50 Rondout antique fire trucks, an 1845 hand pumper Catskills Visitor Center. Register online. North Pole, Blizzard the Polar Bear,
Landing, Kingston and two parade carriages. First floor is professional stage show, gift shops and
handicap accessible. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
845-338-0071 tasty treats. Friday, 6-8 p.m., Saturday,
hrmm.org
Museum docks will feature antique and classic
10 The Blueberry Festival October November 4-8 p.m., Sunday, 4-7 p.m.
Canal Street and Liberty Square, Ellenville
boats with a parade in the afternoon. Teams
from across the country will compete to see
845-647-4620
ewcoc.com 5 Heart of the Hudson Valley 23-24 Wreath Fineries at December
who can build a wooden boat in under four Live music all day, 175-plus vendors of Bounty Festival the Wineries
hours. Maritime craft vendors, kids’ activities, crafts, goods, delicious foods plus blueberry Cluett Schantz Memorial Park, 1801-1805 Ulster County 6-8 The Wawarsing Wassail Wawarsing
sailing, rowing demos and more. pies. Children’s area. No pets allowed. Route 9W, Milton 845-256-8456 845-647-4620
Rain or shine. 845-616-7824 gunkswine.com ewcoc.com
hvbountyfestival.com; Also Dec. 7-8, 14-15. Receive a souvenir
July 16-18 Arm-of-the-Sea Theater’s meetmeinmarlborough.com wine glass, grapevine wreath, an ornament
Celebrate the holidays in the village of
Ellenville and town of Wawarsing. Features
Esopus Creek Puppet Suite A fun-filled event showcasing agricultural and wine tastings at your starting winery, the 5K-ish Holiday Hustle Run/Walk, Holiday
4 Rock The Ridge Tina Chorvas Waterfront Park, 64 E. heritage and businesses making up the then receive an ornament and wine
Mohonk Preserve, 3197 Route 44, Gardiner 6 New Paltz in the War Bridge St., Saugerties beautiful Hudson Valley. Local restaurants,
Market and the Joshua R. Peters Memorial
for Independence tastings at the remaining wineries on Electric Firetruck Parade, Dec. 7, 5 p.m.
845-255-0919 845-246-7873 farmers’ market, wineries, crafts, businesses, the Shawangunk Wine Trail.
mohonkpreserve.org 81 Huguenot St., New Paltz armofthesea.org entertainment, kids’ activities and fun for
A 24-hour, 50-mile endurance challenge
and environmental fundraiser set in the
845-255-1660 (office), 845-255-1889 (visitor
center)
Outdoor music-theater
spectacle is inspired by
Bringing to life
Hudson River
everyone. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Rain date: Oct. 6.
24 Rosendale International January
natural beauty of Mohonk Preserve.
huguenotstreet.org local history and features
history and 6 Hurley Heritage Day Pickle Festival
Annual American Revolution-era encampment masked dancers, giant Rosendale Recreation Center, 1055 Route 32,
Registration required.
with the Fifth New York Regiment. Visitors puppet figures and great ecology Hurley Heritage Society Museum, 52 Main St., 18, 2020 Hudson Valley Rail
Hurley Rosendale Trail WinterFest
who bring in the Ulster County travel guide music. 8 p.m. Accessbile,
845-204-8827
18 Gardiner Cupcake Festival receive 15 percent museum shop purchase. child and group friendly. 845-338-1661
rosendalechamber.org/pickle-festival
Hudson Valley Rail Trail Depot, 101 New Paltz
hurleyheritagesociety.org Road, Highland
Wright’s Farm, 699 Route 208, Gardiner
845-255-5300 7 Sawyer Motors’ Car Show September A benefit celebration of the town of Hurley’s
357-year history, its culture and people.
Cultures of many
countries are repre-
845-691-6313
gardinercupcakefestival.com Main and Partition Streets, Saugerties hudsonvalleyrailtrail.net
11 a.m.-4 p.m. sented with food and
Annual festival and annual 5K Cupcake 845-246-3412 More than Outdoor winter festival featuring
15 Taste of New Paltz music. Vendors offer a
4,000
Classic. A day full of live music, local food, sawyermotorscarshow.com “Best of Fest” chili contest, roasted chestnuts,
Ulster County Fairgrounds, 249 13 Forsyth Nature Center variety of wares.
shopping, art and craft vendors, raffles, kids’ Once again the village streets of Main and attendees toasted marshmallows, light snacks and
Libertyville Road, New Paltz Contests, prizes and
activities, cupcake contests and, of course, Partition streets are shut down to traffic and 845-255-0243
Fall Festival annually beverages, wagon rides, wood carving
plenty of pickles.
lots of yummy cupcakes. Noon-5 p.m. filled with over 500 cars that bring back the newpaltzchamber.org, 157 Lucas Ave., Kingston
Accessible. Always demonstration and activities for children of all
memories. Non-stop live entertainment and tasteofnewpaltz.com 845-339-3053
forsythnaturecenter.org Sunday before ages. Admission fee $2. Children 6 and under
Hudson Valley food, wine and beer tastings,
June a cause that hits home for all. Admission
free to the public. 1-6 p.m. arts, crafts, live music and entertainment. A Food, games, children’s rides, entertainment Thanksgiving. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. are free. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
full day of family fun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and zoo. Accessible. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
2 Kingston Multicultural Festival 13 Hurley Stone House Day
11 Main St., Hurley
20-22 Northeast Blacksmiths 19 Eighteenth Century Autumn
T.R. Gallo Park, Rondout waterfront, Kingston
845-331-4121
Fall Hammer-In Festival
845-338-8131 Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Road,
stonehouseday.org Senate House State Historic Site, 296 Fair St.,
rehercenter.org Olivebridge
Explore America’s oldest private homes in Kingston
The Reher Center’s annual Multicultural 845-687-7130
Festival brings together Kingston’s ethnic
a National Historic Landmark Village. Tour northeastblacksmiths.org 845-338-2786 What’s happening in UC? Find out online at
guides in colonial attire, militia encampment. Blacksmithing Weekend: The 40th year of nysparks.com
cultures to celebrate the richness of the Sojourner Truth speech, colonial crafts dem- demonstrations, hands-on teaching Demonstrations of meat smoking, hearthside ulstercountyalive.com
community. This family-friendly event features onstrations, Native American dancers, food, program, tool flea market. Event is held cooking. Hands-on activities of pressing
music, dance, food, crafts and children’s children’s activities and more. Tickets online or every spring and fall. Admission fee. apples into cider, dipping candles, 18th-century
activities. 1-5 p.m. Free. on site. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Rain or shine. Please pre-register. toys and games. Free. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
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RECREATION
Biking
Bicycle Depot
15 Main St., New Paltz
845-255-3859
bicycledepot.com
Rentals, sales and service. Open
Wednesdays-Mondays.
Whatever type of recreational adventure you are seeking, you will find it here Gotham Bicycle Tours
4380 Vireo Ave. No. 5S, Bronx
in Ulster County. With easy access to epic wonders like the Catskill Mountains, 917-748-1119
gothambiketours.com
Shawangunk Ridge, the Hudson River and the Walkway Over the Hudson — See the beauty of the Hudson Valley with an
all-inclusive bike tour package, featuring
along with 35 peaks and 350 miles of trails — Ulster County is an outdoorsman’s tastings at local wineries and distilleries.
Offering day rides or overnight tours with
playground. From biking to hiking, kayaking to wind surfing, rock climbing to hang concierge-level support that take care of the
details. All rides meet Metro-North trains with
discount rail fare also available. Overlook Bicycles
gliding, golfing to snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, boating, fishing and more, 93 Tinker St., Woodstock | 845-679-2122 overlookbicycles.com
Indoor Cycling Center at The
there is an enormous amount of opportunities that exist all year long. Bicycle Rack
Sales, service and rental bicycle shop located in the heart of Woodstock. Family friendly
and professional. Fat bike and snowshoe rental during the winter months. Open year-round.
13 N. Front St, New Paltz Wednesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 pm; closed Tuesdays.
845-255-1770
thebicyclerack.com
A place to ride your bicycle indoors during TRT Bicycles City of Kingston Kayak Tours
cold or inclement weather from Nov. 1-April 1066 Route 32, Rosendale and Lessons
1. Ride by yourself, with another or ride with 845-658-7832 53 Delaware Ave., Kingston
a group, for fun or competition. Also offering trtbicycles.com 845-481-7336
bicycle sales and service. One block from the Bicycle rentals, sales, service and tours. Open kingston-ny.gov;
Wallkill Valley Rail Trail. year-round. March-September: Monday, kingstonparksandrec.org
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Join the city of Kingston’s Parks and Recreation
Kingston Cyclery Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. team for guided nature-oriented kayak tours
985 Morton Blvd., Kingston
October-February: Monday, Wednesday, and lessons on the Hudson River and Rondout
845-382-2453
Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Creek. Frequent sightings include bald eagles,
kingstoncyclery.com
A full-service bike shop that has been open osprey, turtles and much more. Open
May-September, Fridays and Saturdays.
since 1973 offering sales, service, rentals and Woodstock Harley-Davidson
classes. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Beginners welcome.
949 Route 28, Kingston
Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Summer hours increase. 855-RIDE WHD or 845-338-2800
woodstockharley.com I Paddle New York
Kingston Point BMX Woodstock Harley-Davidson takes pride in 61 S. Partition St., Saugerties
4 Delaware Ave., Kingston 845-532-7797
being responsible for introducing customers
845-339-0618 (seasonal) ipaddlenewyork.com
to the exciting world of touring, cruising and
usabmx.com/tracks/1238 Kayak and paddleboard rentals. Guided kayak
One of the oldest BMX facilities in the North- sport motorcycling. Offers the most welcom-
tours. Discover Cantine Falls, Saugerties
east. A USA BMX-sanctioned track. Challenging, ing and professionally trained staff in the Lighthouse, Esopus Bend Nature Preserve,
fun and safe for riders of all ages and skill levels. Hudson Valley. abundant wildlife and stunning sunsets.
Open May-November. ACA-certified. Beginners encouraged and
Lightsey Cycles Boat Rentals/ welcome. Accessible, child and group friendly.
By reservation. Open May 1-Oct. 31.
133 Main St., Gardiner
845-255-0888
Kayaking
lightseycycles.com
KENCO, the Work and Play Outfitter
1000 Hurley Mountain Road, Kingston
Bike sales, rentals, repairs and equipment for
everyone from the recreational rider to the
A Day Away Kayak Rentals 845-340-0552
serious mountain biker. Seasonal hours. 944 State Route 213, Kingston atkenco.com
845-750-6538 Daily rentals of snowshoes, recreational kayaks,
Mid-Hudson Bicycle Club takeadayaway.net touring and tandem kayaks and canoes include
Various locations, Ulster County A paddle sport livery located on the south paddles, life jackets and cartop carriers. All
845-204-8332 end of Rondout Creek in Kingston. Single- your outdoor needs under one roof. Accessible,
midhudsonbicycleclub.com seat kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes, electric child, pet and group friendly. Free WiFi.
Organized bicycle rides of various speeds and boat rentals and stand-up paddle boards are Rentals from May-September. Store is open
distances. Rides begin at various locations available at hourly and daily rates. Rentals and year-round, daily.
throughout the Ulster County region and sur- lessons. Open April-October, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
rounding area. Please visit the website for more Kenneth L. Wilson Campground
details on membership and scheduled rides. Atlantic Kayak Tours and Day Use Area
320 W. Saugerties Road, Saugerties 859 Wittenberg Road, Mount Tremper
New Paltz Biking 845-246-2187 845-679-7020 (S), 845-256-3079 (P)
OSI River-to-Ridge Trailhead Parking Lot, 44 atlantickayaktours.com dec.ny.gov/outdoor/24472.html
Springtown Road, New Paltz Kayak tours, sales and instruction on the Hud- Boat rentals, accessible fishing pier, hiking, ac-
845-594-6353 son River. Open May-October, hours variable. cessible nature trail, accessible launching site,
npbiking.com
Located on the scenic River-to-Ridge Trail in horseshoe pits, picnic tables and rental pavil-
New Paltz. Offering bike rentals for the entire Belleayre Beach at Pine Hill Lake ion. Tent and RV sites (no electrical hook-ups).
family with easy online booking, drop-off 33 Friendship Manor Road, Pine Hill Open mid-May through Columbus Day.
services and group rates. 845-254-5202
belleayre.com New Paltz Kayaking
New Paltz BMX Lake, swimming, boating, rowing/pedal boats, Sojourner Truth Park, 31 Plains Road, New Paltz
1 Clearwater Road, New Paltz fishing and hiking. Beach and picnic area, 845-594-6353
845-255-1269 (May-November) pavilions and snack bar. Rent or bring your npkayaking.com
newpaltzbmx.org own canoe/kayak. Accessible. Call for groups Located on the scenic Wallkill River in New
A fun-filled, action-packed bicycle race pro- of 20 or more. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Paltz. Offering kayak and canoe rentals for the
Participate in an event like Rock gram for the entire family. If you can ride a Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; weekends, entire family with easy online booking,
the Ridge at Mohonk Preserve bike, you can race BMX. Open May-November. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. drop-off services and group rates.
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New Ulster Marine
440 Abeel St., Kingston
845-430-1455
newulstermarina.com
New Ulster Marine offers 1,000 running feet
of water frontage with floating docks, ramp
and winter storage. Rent a boat slip, kayak or
canoe, or have your special event or occasion
along the Rondout Creek. Open 24 hours a
day, April-October.
Saugerties Marina
24 Ferry St., Saugerties
845-246-7533
saugertiesmarina.com
Sales, service, motorboat, kayak and canoe
rentals, ship’s store, transient slips, dock use,
local and long distance transportation. Hudson
River tours. Year-round. Summer,
9 a.m.-9 p.m.; winter, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saugerties Steamboat Co.
2 Ferry St., Saugerties
914-466-8954
saugertiessteamboatco.com
Full-service special event venue and recre-
ational oasis. Dockage available. Kayak and
paddleboard rental avilable.
Boat Rides & Charters
Black Swan Sailing
Abeel Street, Kingston
845-542-SAIL (7245)
blackswansailing.com
USCG-licensed Captain Robert Henderson and Belleayre Mountain
crew sail the Black Swan, a 36-foot Cata-
181 Galli Curci Road, Highmount | 800-942-6904, 845-254-6254 for lessons | belleayre.com
lina sailboat, on the Hudson River. Up to six
Five cross-country trails ranging from easy to difficult totaling 9.2 km. No trail use fee.
guests. Serving Saugerties and Kingston area.
Cross-country trails open based on natural snow conditions and separated from downhill
Open May-October, daily, weekday evening
slopes. Private lessons available weekends and holiday periods with advance registration.
TIME OUTDOORS
sails and weekend all hours. Rock Climb
in the Gunks
Ophira Sailing Bowling
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historic experiences on the Hudson River. Open
patelskingstonlanes.com
May-October. Family recreation center with bowling, laser Operating daily
tag, redemption arcade, lounge and snack All ability levels
Osprey Marine Ltd. bar. Bowling leagues. Open year-round, daily, All equipment provided
12 Butterville Road, New Paltz noon-10 p.m. Private and group lessons
845-633-8516, 845-594-1098 (cell)
ospreymarine.com Saugerties Bowlers Club
Offering sailing charters and lessons out of the 9 Simmons Plaza, Saugerties
Hudson River Cruises Rondout Creek in Kingston aboard a 40-foot 845-246-4969 AlpineEndeavors.com
Beneteau Osprey. Six people maximum. By Facebook: Saugerties Bowlers Club, 877-486-5769
Rondout Landing, Kingston Saugerties
appointment. Group friendly. Open May 15-Nov. 1.
800-843-7472, 845-340-4700 A bowling center offering 20 lanes.
hudsonrivercruises.com
Saugerties Marina
Tour and explore the majestic Hudson River on
a fantastic two-hour sightseeing cruise aboard 24 Ferry St., Saugerties Cross-Country
the M/V Rip Van Winkle. Top-rated tour in
the Hudson River Valley. Historical narration.
845-246-7533
saugertiesmarina.com Skiing/Snowshoeing .
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Programs for every level
Indoor-to-outdoor transition
Groups and corporate events
Full-service beverage and snack bar. Day- Sales, service, motorboat, kayak and canoe . Camps and scouts
time sightseeing, evening music cruises and rentals, ship’s store, transient slips, dock use, Frost Valley YMCA . Customized climbing trips
local and long distance transportation. Hudson 2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville
seasonal dinner cruises. Private charters and
FROST VALLEY YMCA
River tours. Year-round. Summer, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; 845-985-2291
events available. Limited accessibility, child frostvalley.org Rock Climbing Specialists Since 1974
and group friendly. winter, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Thirty-five kilometers of groomed
cross-country ski and hiking trails in the
Hudson Sailing The Gumbo heart of the Catskill Mountains. Open You’re invited to join us any weekend this fall,
1 Broadway, Kingston Broadway, Kingston City Marina, C Dock, weekends, weather-dependent. Check
845-667-1394 Kingston website for hours and open trails. winter, or spring. Enjoy an all-inclusive getaway in
845-283-1383
hudsonsailing.com
thegumbocharterboat.com
a variety of lodging, from cabins to hotel style.
Excursions and instruction aboard Cirrus, a Minnewaska State Park Preserve
A 50-foot former shrimping boat converted to
28-foot trimaran. Cirrus is fast, comfortable
a beautiful live-on vessel. Cruises on the scenic
Route 44/55, New Paltz JOIN US ANY WEEKEND SEPTEMBER - JUNE
and safe. Accommodates up to six passengers. 845-255-0752
All excursions are captained by Dan Feldman, Hudson River with amazing views from the large parks.ny.gov
a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captain. Departs flybridge atop the boat and comfortable bow Located in the dramatic Shawangunk EMAIL reservations@frostvalley.org
area. Bring your favorite beverage and anything Mountains. No pets. Open 9 a.m. Call for 1.800.777.CLIMB
from the Rondout Creek. May-November, daily,
9 a.m.-10 p.m. to throw on the grill. One to six people. current ski conditions. High-Xposure.com TEL 845-985-2291 ext. 450 WEB frostvalley.org
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Mohonk Mountain House
1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz
Barry Knight Interpretive Walks
1451 Route 28A, West Hurley
Hike New York
Ulster County
Ice Skating
866-966-0348 845-331-1214 210-724-9611
mohonk.com Easy hike to campsite, tower and views of the hikeny.com Kiwanis Ice Arena
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on 35 Catskill Mountains, Ashokan Reservoir, Mo- Guided hikes and nature tours in the Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex
miles of groomed trails. Weather permitting. honk Mountain House and more. Pets allowed, Hudson Valley and Catskills. Hike, paddle Washington Avenue Extension, Saugerties
Child and group friendly. Free WiFi. but call first. Open year-round, daily, by ap- and play on your next getaway. Accessible, 845-247-2590, ext. 300
pointment. Five-minute walk through woods child, pet and group friendly. Open daily, kiwanisicearena.com
Mohonk Preserve from parking lot to the tower.
3197 Route 44, Gardiner 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Fully-enclosed, refrigerated ice rink facility.
845-255-0919 Private and public sessions, figure skating, ice
mohonkpreserve.org Catskill Country Walks Mountain Skills Climbing Guides dance, instructions. Ice season is August-April,
Lands open daily. Cross-country skiing and Woodstock New Paltz daily. Office training room, meeting rooms.
snowshoeing, conditions permitting. 914-482-5771 845-853-5450 Open year-round. Birthday and group
Occasionally groomed trails. Day fee for non- catskillcountrywalks.com mountainskills.biz parties/outings. Accessible, child and group
members. Accessible, child and group friendly. Walks, hikes and camping emphasizing the Guided rock climbing, ice climbing and friendly. Free WIFi.
human and natural history and ecology of the hiking in the Shawangunk and Catskill
Downhill Skiing/ Catskills. New York State-licensed outdoor
guide. Marriage officiant performs weddings
Mountains. Fully-insured and AMGA-certified
guides. Open year-round.
Mohonk Mountain House,
Snowboarding in the woods. Ice Skating Pavilion
1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz
Northeast Off-Road Adventures
Belleayre Mountain Eastern Mountain Sports Tempaloni Road, Ellenville
866-966-0348
Climbing School mohonk.com
181 Galli Curci Road, Highmount 845-514-9896
New Paltz (GUNKS) Climbing School Ice skating in a Victorian open-air pavilion
800-942-6904, 845-254-5600 nyoffroaddriving.com Rocking Horse Ranch Resort located at a National Historic Landmark
belleayre.com 3124 Route 44/55, Gardiner Low speed, off-road 600 Route 44/55, Highland | 800-647-2624, 845-691-2927 rocking | rockinghorseranch.com
800-310-4504, ext. 2, 845-255-3280 Resort. Accessible, child and group friendly.
SnowEast Reader Survey for “Overall Favorite driving instruction and Learn to Horse adventures are only the beginning of family fun at this four-season, all-inclusive resort.
Eastern Resorts.” Fifty trails, glades and parks emsoutdoors.com Free WiFi.
rentals with I4 WDTA- off-road drive Enjoy horseback riding for all ages, horse-drawn wagon rides, Big Splash Indoor Water Park,
with varied terrain for beginner to expert Rock and ice climbing school and guide
certified instructors on 68 acres Winter Fun Park, Mountain Tubing, delicious meals, nightly entertainment and more, all
skiiers and snowboarders. No. 1 classic resort.
Ranked No. 1 in New York for best grooming
service. Instruction at all levels. Full-service
retail tech shop. Open year-round, daily,
and experienced trail included in an overnight stay. Indoor/Outdoor
and snow. Accessible, child and group friendly. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
guides leading students
through miles of pristine Recreation
Free WiFi. Catskill Mountains’ only gondola.
Forsyth Nature Center’s
driving trails and obstacles at the 68-acre Horseback Riding
Fishing Guided Programs
157 Lucas Ave., Kingston
mountaintop facility.
Ashokan Horseback Riding
Accord Speedway
299 Whitfield Road, Accord
TRT Bicycles
Big Indian Guide Service with
845-339-3053, 845-481-7336 (programs)
1066 Route 32, Rosendale and Woodstock (Swords) 845-626-3478
Hank Rope
kingstonparksandrec.org 845-658-7832 Fencing Club accordspeedway.com
Guide services include kayaking, bird walks 363 Beaverkill Road, Olivebridge Quarter-mile oval dirt racetrack putting on
Big Indian trtbicycles.com
in the Kingston area and surrounding 845-657-8021 stock, modified and sportsman cars every
845-254-5904 Bicycle rentals, sales, service and tours.
community. Snowshoeing, full moon hikes, ashokan.com Friday from April-October. Special events
Guided fishing trips and fly fishing instruction. Open year-round. March-September:
maple sugaring, nature hikes and education Enjoy the harmonious relationship between throughout the season.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday,
programs at the Forsyth Nature Center and horse and rider, nature and horses. Learn
Catskill Mountain Angler 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
other city parks. All programs are offered on to fence. By appointment only. Call for
346 Route 214, Chichester
a seasonal basis. Call to reserve. October-February: Monday, Wednesday,
reservations. Open year-round. Child friendly
Cantine Veterans Sports
845-688-5400 Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Pine Ridge Dude Ranch Complex
catskillmountainangler.com and groups by appointment. 30 Cherrytown Road, Kerhonkson Washington Avenue Extension, Saugerties
Four Points
Fly fishing instruction and guiding services in
the Catskill Mountains. Solid advice from 27 Flanders Lane, West Hurley Hang Gliding/Ultra Braden Brook Stables
845-626-7345
pineridgeduderanch.com
845-246-5890, ext. 309
saugerties.ny.us
knowledgeable, experienced and friendly
people. Half-day or full-day guide trips
518-321-5115
Four Points blends outdoor guiding with
Light/Skydiving 19 Mountaindale Road, Greenfield Park
845-647-7556
Enjoy a day-long treat in the country with day
guest and ride-only passes available at this
A 127-acre sports complex featuring
available. Child, pet and group friendly. Open therapeutic recreation by connecting all ages bradenbrook.com family-friendly resort nestled in the Catskill many year-round recreational services
during fishing season, April 1-Nov. 30. Horseback riding stables, trail rides, pony and amenities, including baseball/softball
and abilities to nature. Typical outings include Mountain Wings Mountains. Accessible, child, group friendly.
kayaking, canoeing, hiking, survival skills and rides and lessons. Accessible, child, pet and Free WiFi. fields, soccer fields, fully-enclosed
77 Hang Glider Road, Ellenville
Fly Fishing With Bert snowshoeing. Weekends by appointment. 845-647-3377
group friendly. Open to the public year-round refrigerated ice arena, skate park,
Tillson seven days a week.
845 235-4557
Year-round. mtnwings.com/default.html Rockmount Equestrian Center playgrounds, pavilions, trails and senior
Hang gliding instruction, sales, rides and fun. 825 Churchland Court, Saugerties citizens multi-purpose center. Accessible,
flyfishwithbert.com Flying Change Farm LLC 845-458-1629 child and group friendly. Home to the
Fly fishing school and guide service on Catskill The pro shop offers a complete retail store 235 Airport Road, Accord
for all your hang gliding needs. View website rockmountequestrian.com Saugerties Stallions collegiate summer
trout streams. Private lessons, group and 845-626-0020
for exhilarating views from the “Hang Gliding Horseback riding lessons, horseback riding league baseball team. Free WiFi.
corporate classes. April-November. Child and flyingchangefarmllc.com
group friendly. Capital of the Northeast.” camp and trail riding. By appointment only.
Quaint family farm offering riding lessons and
Open year-round.
summer camps. Specializes in developing a Dietz Stadium
Ray Ottulich’s Wildfish Angler Skydive The Ranch perfect learning environment for beginners 170 N. Front St., Kingston
Stone Ridge 45 Sand Hill Road, Gardiner and intermediate level riders. Open every day Rustic Ridge View Farm 845-331-4788
845-657-9522, 845-663-4291 (cell) 845-255-4033 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 15 Old Queens Highway, Kerhonkson
Sports complex in uptown Kingston with
Fly fishing guide service: Catskill trout and skydivetheranch.com 203-858-3634
rusticridgeview.com outdoor field, seating and track. Home
smallmouth, Hudson stripers. Drift boat float Open for first-time jump students and Hudson Valley HorsePlay to Kingston Stockade Football Club, a
trips. Neversink River, Hudson River, Esopus and experienced jumpers. Large fleet of 98 Sherman Road, Kerhonkson Rustic wedding venue, Gunks climbing
Rondout Creeks. Beginner instruction. Groups 845-616-3608 accommodations and full-capacity horse semi-professional soccer team; Hudson Valley
turbine-powered aircrafts available. Group
up to four people. Child friendly. Year-round. hudsonvalleyhorseplay.com facility. Experienced trainers for all levels of Buccaneers, a semi-professional football team
friendly. Free WiFi. Open weekends in
HorsePlay guides observations of horses and ability and all ages. A safe, respectful and and Kingston High School Tigers football team.
November, December and March; daily,
Guide Services April-October. Weekdays, 10 a.m.-sunset;
activities with them - for mindfulness and
relaxation, social and emotional skills, as well
fun relationship between rider and horse and
instructor is encouraged. Headless Horseman
weekends, 8 a.m.-sunset.
as team-building for couples, families, clubs Escape Rooms
Alpine Endeavors and corporate groups. No riding involved and Ulster County Horse Council, 778 Broadway, Ulster Park
Rosendale HighXposure Adventures The Blue Sky Ranch no horse experience is necessary. New Paltz
Mohonk Preserve, 3197 Route 44/55, Gardiner 45 Sand Hill Road, Gardiner 845-339-2666
877-486-5769 845-494-4839
800-777-2546 845-255-9538, 845-255-4033 (school) headlesshorsemanescaperooms.com
alpineendeavors.com Mohonk Mountain House uchc-ny.org
One of the “Top 13 Escape Rooms in America.”
Professional instruction and custom guided high-xposure.com theblueskyranch.com 1000 Mountain Rest Road, New Paltz Non-profit organization dedicated to preserv-
trips: rock and ice climbing, mountaineer- Rock climbing specialists since 1974, this pre- Skydiving center. Large fleet of turbine aircraft. ing, promoting and improving Ulster County’s It is a fully interactive and immersive experience
866-966-0348
ing, hiking, snowshoeing and backpacking in mier guide service and school offers climbing Instruction available. Group friendly. Free WiFi. mohonk.com overall equine environment. Part of the State with only 60 minutes to escape from a themed
Shawangunk and Catskill Mountains. AMGA- from beginner to advanced. Accommodating Open weekends, November, December and Trail and carriage rides through 1,200 historic Horse Council. Sponsors horse shows, trail room. Recommended ages 11 and above.
certified guides and accredited program. All individuals as well as corporate groups, camps, March; daily, April-October. Weekdays, acres. Reservations required. Child and group rides, educational programs and more. See Sept. 21-Nov. 2 or by appointment. A mobile
abilities. Open year-round by appointment only. scouts and outdoor clubs. 10 a.m.-sunset; weekends, 8 a.m.-sunset. friendly. Free WiFi. website for events. Escape Room is available.
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Hideaway Marina
170 Abeel St., Kingston
Miniature Golf Alpine Endeavors
Rosendale
Wood ‘N Wheel Family Fun Center
365 Route 9W, Ulster Park
845-331-4565 877-486-5769 845-331-9680
Launch ramp. Pump out. A 35-ton boat lift. Ascot Park Golf Center alpineendeavors.com woodnwheel.com
Summer and winter storage. April-November, 163 Esopus Ave., Kingston Professional instruction and custom guided Family fun center featuring roller/inline
daily, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 845-339-6395 trips: rock and ice climbing, mountaineer- skating, laser tag, bumper cars, spaceball
Facebook: Ascot Park Driving Range/ ing, hiking, snowshoeing and backpacking in ride, arcade, indoor and outdoor rock
Jeff’s Yacht Haven Miniature Golf, Kingston Shawangunk and Catskill Mountains. AMGA- climbing walls, outdoor bungee trampoline,
Driving range, chipping range, putting green, certified guides and accredited program. All new year-round outdoor tubing and more.
140 First St., Connelly Open year-round for parties and the public.
miniature golf, golf professional, lessons and abilities. Open year-round by appointment
845-331-9248
parties. Playground and volleyball area. Open only. Child and group friendly.
jeffsyachthaven.com
Specializes in short haul and mast stepping.
April-October, 9 a.m.-dusk.
BC’s New Paltz Climbing Gym
Swimming
Full-service repairs, engines (gas/diesel), Homegrown Mini-Golf at 234 Main St., New Paltz
fiberglass. Transit and seasonal rates. Winter
Kelder’s Farm 845-255-ROCK (7625) Andretta Pool
storage. March-December. Joy’s Lane, Kingston
5755 Route 209, Kerhonkson bcclimbinggym.com
845-626-7137 Indoor rock climbing gym, equipment rentals, 845-481-7330, 845-338-2115
Kingston City Marina keldersfarm.com youth program, team building. Group rates. kingston-ny.gov
1 Broadway, Kingston Accessible, child friendly. Free WiFi. Open Family swimming, adult lap swimming, open
Play miniature golf on the only farm-themed
845-331-6940 course with edible landscaping. Have fun and year-round. swim time and youth swim lessons.
kingstoncitymarina.com taste locally grown local food. Accessible, child
Full-service marina at the foot of Broadway on and group friendly. Open May-October, daily. Eastern Mountain Sports Belleayre Beach at Pine Hill Lake
33 Friendship Manor Road, Pine Hill
the historic Rondout. Walk to area restaurants Home of the world’s largest garden gnome. Climbing School 845-254-5202
and shops. Hourly, transient and seasonal New Paltz (GUNKS) Climbing School belleayre.com
slips available. Reserve early for best party Lakeside Licks Ice Cream and 3124 Route 44/55, Gardiner Lake, swimming, boating, rowing/pedal boats,
on the Rondout. Open from May 1-Oct. 31. Mini Golf 800-310-4504, ext. 2, 845-255-3280 fishing and hiking. Beach and picnic area,
Hudson Valley Sportsdome Hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Call for emergencies. 288 Route 299, Highland emsoutdoors.com pavilions and snack bar. Rent or bring your
845-691-7080 Rock and ice climbing school and guide service. own canoe/kayak. Accessible, child friendly.
240 Milton Turnpike, Milton | 845-795-5220 | hudsonvalleysportsdome.com
Lou’s Boat Basin lakesidelicks.com Instruction at all levels. Full-service retail tech Free WiFi. Call for groups of 20 or more. Open
An 87,000 square-foot arena with turf for indoor field sports. Youth and adult leagues and
944 Abeel St., Kingston Miniature golf and ice cream, breakfast and shop. Open year-round, daily, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Memorial Day-Labor Day, Monday-Friday,
tournaments: Soccer, flag football, lacrosse and field hockey. Field rentals, corporate and special lunch. New hole-in-one donuts debuting this
events. Ten acres of lawns for festivals, craft fairs and concerts. Open year-round. Accessible, 845-331-4670 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; weekends, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
lousboatbasin.com year. Call for hours. HighXposure Adventures
child and group friendly. Free WiFi. Mohonk Preserve, 3197 Route 44/55, Gardiner
Marina, kayak rentals, ship’s store, boat ramp, Hurley Recreation Association
non-ethanol fuel. Open April-November, daily,
Puttin’ Plus 800-777-2546 50 Dewitt Mills Road, Hurley
455 Washington Ave., Saugerties high-xposure.com 845-338-9407
HITS-on-the-Hudson Show Saugerties Stallions 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Also boat storage. 845-246-4501 Rock climbing specialists since 1974, we are hurleyrec.wildapricot.org
Jumping Facility Cantine Field, Washington Avenue Extension, puttinplus.com a premier guide service and school, offering A community association that offers seasonal
545 Washington Ave. Extension, Saugerties Saugerties New Ulster Marine Mini-golf, go-kart track, batting cages, climbing from beginner to advanced. Accom- memberships with recreational activities
845-246-8833 (office), 845-246-5515 845-707-0265 440 Abeel St., Kingston laser/water tag and arcade. April-September. modating individuals as well as corporate on a facility that contains two pools, two
(during shows) saugertiesstallions.com 845-430-1455 Call for spring and fall hours. Child and groups, camps, scouts and outdoor clubs. tennis courts, baseball field, basketball court,
hitsshows.com Summer collegiate baseball team competing newulstermarina.com group friendly. Accessible, child and group friendly. playground, two pavilions and hiking trails.
Stop in Saugerties - New in the 13-team Perfect Game Collegiate Base- New Ulster Marine offers 1,000 running feet Open June-Labor Day.
York State Thruway Exit International, ball League. Each summer, college-eligible of water frontage with floating docks, ramp The Sports Cone Minnewaska State Park Preserve
20 - for international, Olympic-level players come to Saugerties from various DI, and winter storage. Rent a boat slip, kayak or 180 Sawkill Road, Kingston Route 44/55, New Paltz Kingston Point Beach
Olympic-level equestrian DII, DIII and JUCO colleges across the country canoe, or have your special event or occasion 845-331-2545 845-255-0752 Delaware Avenue, Kingston
horse shows thesportscone.com
horse shows. Sit front row to compete in a high-level summer baseball along the Rondout Creek. Open 24 hours a parks.ny.gov 845-331-1682
league. Home games take place at Cantine day, April-October. Mini-golf, batting cages, go-carts and ice Located in the kingston-ny.gov
and watch the world’s top Named
Field, June-July. cream. Just 1 mile from New York State Shawangunk Moun- Swimming, beach volleyball and kayaking in
riders jump over 6-foot
Thruway Exit 19. Visit the expanded café.
“Best Park” by
Rondout Yacht Basin tains. Hiking and rock the Hudson, playground and pavilion. Fenced
fences for a chance at big Open mid-March to November. Hudson Valley
prize purses. Events take place select weeks Wood ‘N Wheel Family 102 First St., Connelly climbing. Open April
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dog area across the road.
Fun Center 845-331-7061 1-Dec. 1 (weather per-
May through September, Wednesday through
Sunday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy a day of free 365 Route 9W, Ulster Park
845-331-9680
rondoutyachtbasin.com
A full-service marina including a canvas
Paintball mitting), 9 a.m. Call for
closing times and fees.
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
Route 44/55, New Paltz
family fun at the Northeast’s most impressive 845-255-0752
woodnwheel.com shop. Open April-November, Sunday-Thursday,
horse park.
Family fun center featuring roller/inline
Action Paintball Mohonk Preserve parks.ny.gov
9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday and Saturday,
365 Broadway (Route 9W), Ulster Park 3197 Route 44, Gardiner Located in the Shawangunk Mountains. Offer-
skating, laser tag, bumper cars, spaceball 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Accessible, child, pet and
Hudson Valley Buccaneers ride, arcade, indoor and outdoor rock group friendly. Free WiFi.
845-331-8759 845-255-0919 ing swimming, hiking, mountain biking, nature
Dietz Stadium, 170 N. Front St., Kingston hvactionpaintball.com mohonkpreserve.org programs, rock climbing, horseback riding,
climbing walls, outdoor bungee trampoline, Lands open daily. Rock climbing cliffs and boating, picnicking, cross-country skiing,
845-399-9723 Full-service six-acre paintball park featuring
new year-round outdoor tubing and more. Saugerties Marina woodsball field, PSP X-Ball field, compressed air bouldering. Day fee for non-members. snowshoeing and snowshoe rentals.
hvbucs.com Open year-round for parties and the public. 24 Ferry St., Saugerties
Semi-professional football competing in the (3500, 4500 PSI), CO2 and picnic area. Great for Accessible, child and group friendly.
Elite Football Alliance. Home games take
845-246-7533 birthday, bachelor, corporate and team building Moriello Park and Public Pool
place at Dietz Stadium, July-September. Marinas saugertiesmarina.com
Sales, service, motorboat, kayak and canoe
events. Open seasonally, weather permitting. Mountain Skills Climbing Guides
New Paltz
32 Mulberry St., New Paltz
845-255-1700, 845-255-0604
rentals, ship’s store, transient slips, dock use, Paintball Sports NY 845-853-5450 townofnewpaltz.org/pool
Indoor Cycling Center at The local and long distance transportation. mountainskills.biz Open Memorial Day-Labor Day, noon-7 p.m.
Bicycle Rack Anchorage Marina & Restaurant 230 Camp Sunset Road, Clintondale
182 Canal St., Eddyville Hudson River tours. Year-round. Summer, 845-691-1979 Guided rock climbing, ice climbing and hiking
13 N. Front St., New Paltz
845-338-9899 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; winter, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. paintballsportsny.com in the Shawangunk and Catskill Mountains. Saugerties Village Beach
845-255-1770 Paintball park with 16 wooded and themed Fully-insured and AMGA-accredited. Partition Street, Saugerties
anchorageeddyville55.com
thebicyclerack.com Located across from the first lock of the D&H Saugerties Steamboat Co. fields. Experienced referees, free air refills, Open year-round. Accessible, child, pet and 845-246-2321
A place to ride your bicycle indoors during Canal. Restaurant is open year-round, closed 2 Ferry St., Saugerties rental gear and picnic area. Birthdays, bach- group friendly. village.saugerties.ny.us
cold or inclement weather from Nov. 1-April 914-466-8954 elor parties and team building. Year-round by Located on the Esopus Creek. A sand
Mondays. Child and group friendly. Free WiFi.
1. Ride by yourself, with another or ride with
a group, for fun or competition. Also offering
saugertiessteamboatco.com reservation. See website for hours of opera-
tion and reservations.
Roller Skating beach with swimming dock, playground area,
fishing and picnic areas and slip for kayaks
Certified Marina, LLC Full-service special event venue and recre-
and fishing boats.
bicycle sales and service. One block from the
Wallkill Valley Rail Trail.
166 First St., Connelly
845-339-3060
ational oasis. Dockage available. Kayak and
paddleboard rental avilable. Rock Climbing Skate Time 209
5164 Route 209 at Mettacahonts Road, Accord The Sojourner Truth Ulster Landing
Facebook: Certified Marina, Connelly 845-626-7971 County Park
Kingston Stockade Football Club Full-service marina: Mercury O/B, Mercuiser, West Shore Marine Advanced Rockcraft skatetime209.com 916 Ulster Landing Road, Saugerties
Dietz Stadium, 170 N. Front St., Kingston Volvo-Penta, Universal, Yanmar and 140 Dock Road, Marlboro 8 Emil’s Drive, Gardiner All indoor. Roller skating rink, skateboard park, 845-336-8484, 845-340-3300
stockadefc.com Westerbeake. Gas and diesel sales and 845-236-4486 845-663-7391 arcade, birthday parties and snack bar. Acces- ulstercountyny.gov/public-works
Semi-professional soccer based in Kingston service. Bait and tackle. Dockage, winter westshoremarine.info advancedrockcraft.com sible, child, pet and group friendly. Free WiFi. Swimming, beach, hiking trails, picnic/play
that competes in the National Premier Soccer storage, land storage, launch ramp and ship’s Marina, boat sales and service. Gas and A guide service that exists to deliver fun, Skateboard and roller skating lessons by ap- area, pavilion. Boat launch area. Accessible.
League (NPSL, Fourth Division). Home games store. Bar and café open weekends. diesel. Boat launch. Open year-round. confidence and competence to all climbers. pointment. Open Thursday-Sunday. Extended May-September. See website for specific dates
are at Dietz Stadium, May-July. Open February-November, daily. Call for hours. Certified, licensed, insured and permitted. summer and holiday hours. and times.
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