Guidebook
Parks & Nature
North/South Lake Campground
Magnificent views! This Catskills gem is definitely worth a visit during your stay. North/South Lake Campground will capture your heart! Hike along serene nature trails and discover the highest cascading waterfall in New York State ! – Kaaterskill Falls!
For even more fun, you can rent a canoe, kayak, or paddle boat!
Dolan's Lake
A fun place in the village of Hunter to relax on a man made sand beach in the Catskills! This swimming spot is set in a park-like setting with picnic tables, a pavilion and a circular walking trail that leads over a beautiful wooden walking bridge.
Huckleberry Point Trail
Huckleberry Point is a 4.5 mile out and back easy to moderate hike with a huge view payoff as your reward!
Kaaterskill Falls
Katterskill Falls are the highest water fall in NY. Please wear proper shoes. Go VERY early in the morning to attain great parking at the newly designed parking area.
Opus 40
Located 23 miles from Hunter Created over 37 years by pioneering artist and professor Harvey Fite ,Opus 40 is a world-famous nonprofit sculpture park and museum with more than 60 acres of meadows, forested paths and bluestone quarries — including 6.5 acres of earthwork sculpture — in the heart of the Hudson Valley in Saugerties, NY
Windham Mountain Bike Park
The Windham Mountain Bike Park is great bike park for all abilities levels. It is located only 11 miles away at the Windham Ski Resort.
Fellow Mountain Cafe
Located in the village of Hunter Fellow Mountain Cafe honestly has the best scone I have ever eaten! Outdoor porch seating in warmer temps is divine. They even make all their the baked goods and delicious ciabatta bread in-house.
Shandaken Bake
Jagerberg Beer Hall and Tavern
Jaegerberg is located just a short walk away. Chef Christy makes German themed food that rocks. The spirits are artfully made. Also they have the best weekend brunch around!
Jessie's Harvest House
Deer Mountain Inn
The Deer Mountain Inn is a very upscale Inn and restaurant located only a few miles away. This historic Inn is well worth a visit. Please be sure to make reservations in advance.
Pancho Villa's
Pancho Villas located in the village of Tannersville has been my go-to restaurant for over 20 years!
M&J Bagel Store Bakery Deli Cafe
Surprisingly good bagels, baked goods and sandwiches. Located across from the entrance to Hunter Mtn.
Phone number: (518) 628-5128
Drinks & Nightlife
Ronnie Mac Gregor's Pub
If you love Karaoke MacGreggors is great on a Saturday night! The burgers are also very good. It’s located across from the entrance to Hunter Mountain to the left of the Valero gas station.
West Kill Brewing
West Kill Brewing is about 20 minutes away located on a dead end road. It’s a rural and beautiful ride out. Once you are there you are family!
Woodstock Brewing
Woodstock Brewing is a super hip brew pub located 15 minutes away in Phoenicia. They have multitudes of board games to play. There are several fire pits all with plentiful seating. On your way there be sure to stop in the quaint village of Phoenicia to visit the many cute shops!
The Vineyard at Windham
A very tasteful vineyard, The Vineyard at Windham is only 15 miles away. Truly a relaxing place to sample local wine with a great charcuterie board in a serene setting.
Guidebook for Hunter
Entertainment & Activities
Hunter Mountain
It’s the reason this town exists. Hunter Mountain/Hunter Mountain Resort has the best skiing and riding in the north east. Be sure to check their events calendar. In the summer enjoy the sky ride to the top!
New York Zipline Adventures LLC
New York Zipline Adventures is a fun activity right on Hunter Mountain. It is the highest and longest in North America. It’s a great adventure! Reservations a strongly advised.
Mountain Cinema
Mountain Cinema is the village of Hunter is the most quaint up to date place to see a movie. They have 3 screens.
Rip Van Winkle Ranch
Snowmobile and all-terrain vehicle rentals on mountain trails. They will get you out on the trail, snow or no snow! A safe and fun family activity.
Rough Riders Ranch
With trail rides for beginners and more experienced riders, Rough Riders Ranch in East Jewett allows all levels of riders to explore the beauty of the Catskills on horseback. Carefully learn alongside the instructor or head out on a fast ride—the rides will take you along tree-lined paths, rivers, or through the pasture.
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
The National Baseball Hall of Fame is Located an hour away in Cooperstown is well worth the trip for the museum and the great shops in the town.
Colgate Lake
Iconic trails leave from Colgate Lake. Enjoy great swimming too!
The 1500-acre Colgate Lake Wild Forest features the scenic Colgate Lake in the Catskill Forest Preserve. The lake is a popular spot for fishing, kayaking and primitive camping. The yellow marked Colgate Lake Trail travels just over 4 miles to Dutcher Notch and the Escarpment Trail. The wild forest is surrounded by the Windham Blackhead Range Wilderness Area on three sides.
Tops Friendly Market
Tops Friendly Markets located on the edge of Tannersville on Rt 23A specializes in the groceries your family needs. Whatever you are looking for, you’ll find it at Tops
Cumberland Farms
Cumberland Farms has gas and all the basics for your adventure. It is located on the main street in Hunter.
Smileys Taxi
Give them a call day or night!
Hudson River Maritime Museum
The Hudson River Maririme Museum is located on the Hudson river 35 miles away. Great for boat and history lovers. The museum’s collections include historic vessels, objects, archival material and art related to Hudson River transportation, industries and recreation such as paintings, prints, photographs, ephemera, blueprints, artifacts, ship models, a 100-year old shad boat, life boats, lighthouse tender and ice yachts.”
Fromer Market Gardens
Fromer Market Gardens grows organic produce on site. They are open on Wednesdays and Saturdays. You will find them in the roadside market next to the Hunter High School.