Catskills
This beautiful mountainous region west of the Hudson Valley has been a popular getaway since the 19th century. The romantic image of mossy gorges and rounded peaks, as popularized by Hudson River School painters, encouraged a preservation movement: in 1894 the state constitution was amended so that thousands of acres are 'forever kept as wild forest lands.'
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Best Things to Do
Explore the artsy enclaves and outdoor escapes that make the Catskill Mountains New York’s coolest weekend retreat.
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Drive along scenic byways to see the natural wonders and charming towns that make the Catskills worthy of wanderlust.
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