WATERFALLS & TRAILS
Kaaterskill Falls
See one of the Catskills’ signature landscapes. Check current access and parking guidance before setting out—standard roadside access has changed.
Plan with NYS DEC →YOUR CATSKILLS BASECAMP
Go find your kind of adventure.
Chase a waterfall, cross the Hudson, step into an artist’s landscape, or wander a river town—then come home to the campground.
NEARBY FAVORITES
Worth leaving the pool for.
Use these ideas as a starting point. Hours, tickets, trail access, and parking can change, so follow each official link before heading out.
SCENIC WALK
Hudson River Skywalk
Walk above the Hudson on the Rip Van Winkle Bridge, with panoramic valley views between Catskill and Hudson.
Explore the Skywalk →ART & HISTORY
Thomas Cole National Historic Site
Tour the home and studios of the Hudson River School founder, then enjoy the free grounds and Catskill Mountain views.
Plan your visit →HISTORIC ESTATE
Olana State Historic Site
Explore Frederic Church’s extraordinary home, five miles of carriage roads, family programs, picnic spots, and sweeping Hudson Valley views.
Visit Olana →RIVERFRONT AFTERNOON
Downtown Catskill & Dutchman’s Landing
Pair shops and a relaxed meal in Catskill with an easy waterfront stop and views along the Hudson River.
Explore the river route →MOUNTAIN DAY
Catskill Park
Choose from forest walks, scenic drives, fishing waters, and mountain adventures across New York’s Catskills region.
Discover the Catskills →BUILD AN EASY DAY
Camp in the middle of it all.
For familiesPool morning, Catskill lunch, then a Hudson River sunset.
For explorersEarly waterfall walk, scenic drive, and a campfire dinner.
For art loversThomas Cole, the Skywalk, and Olana in one memorable route.