Fun Outdoor Things to Do in the Catskills This Winter | Updated 2021

If you’re trying to stay socially distanced and enjoy outdoor activities this winter, the Catskills region has plenty of fun outdoor activities for you to enjoy even in the cold weather. From skiing to ice-skating, and even winter horseback riding, here are our favorite spots for winter fun this season.

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Best Places to Go Skiing and Snowboarding in the Catskills This Winter

Skiing is one of the most fun winter activities in the Catskills. Whether it’s a challenging ski course, a family-friendly ski day, or cross-country skiing through the forest, it’s a great way to spend a winter day.

Here’s a list of our favorite spots to ski in the Catskills.

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Best Towns in the Catskills | Callicoon, New York

Callicoon is a charming town on the banks of the Delaware River. It’s a great place to spend the day, especially if you’re attending an event at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts that evening (it’s only about 20 minutes away). Callicoon is a scenic 45 minute drive from the Beaverkill Valley Inn, and a great spot to explore on your next visit.

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Four Hiking Safety Tips During Hunting Season

Fall is a gorgeous time of year in the Catskills, and it’s when outdoors enthusiasts of all types enjoy the natural beauty of our surroundings. If you’re visiting from an area where hunting isn’t popular, you want to make sure to educate yourself on hiking safety during this time of year as you share the woods with other outdoorspeople, including hunters.

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Our Guide to the Best Fall Farmers Markets in the Catskills

The secret is out - the Catskills are the best place to be in the fall. Mild weather, beautiful foliage, an endless supply of great restaurants, breweries, and festivals - there’s no place we’d rather be this season.

With so many farms in our region, our Farmers Markets are always filled to the brim with fresh produce, flowers, and other wares. Here's our guide to the best fall Farmer's Markets in the Catskills.

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Fun Things to Do in the Catskills This September | Updated 2021

September is a great month to enjoy the Catskills: it’s still warm but with a little bit of crispness in the air. Local towns and event spaces are always hosting great things to do in September - here are some of our favorite things to do this year!

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Our Guide to the Best Antique Shops and Vintage Stores in the Catskills

One of the most fun things to do in the Catskills is to go antiquing. With scores of antique stores and vintage shops dotting the Main Streets of our region, there’s an endless amount of furniture, artwork, and vintage clothing to peruse.
Here are some of our favorite antique stores in the Catskills:

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Four Tips to Planning Your Next Family Vacation in the Catskills

The Catskills is an ideal getaway for a family-friendly vacation any time of year. With abundant hiking trails, lakes, and outdoor activities and tons of great places to stay, it’s the perfect place to escape the day-to-day grind. Here are our tips to planning a family vacation in the Catskills.

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Five Really Fun Things to Do in the Catskills This August

August in the Catskills is a special time, full of farmer’s markets, music festivals, and lots of things to see and do. Here’s our list of of fun events to check out this August in our region.

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Our Guide to the Best Breweries in the Catskills

The Catskills region is full of great breweries, and some of the best ones are right near the Inn! Here’s our guide to the best breweries in the Catskills that are closest to the Beaverkill Valley Inn and the Livingston Manor, Roscoe, and Callicoon areas:

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Best Towns in the Catskills | Jeffersonville, New York

Jeffersonville is a charming village located in the western part of Sullivan County. It’s a definite must-see on your visit to the Catskills, filled with some of our favorite places to eat and shop. Located only 20 minutes or so from Livingston Manor, it’s the perfect place to go for vintage shopping and sight seeing during your stay.

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Fly Fishing for Beginners | What You Need to Do Before Fly Fishing for the First Time

So you’re ready to go fly fishing for the first time - congratulations! This is an exciting and rewarding sport. It’s suitable for all ages and all fitness types - you don’t need to be an Olympic-level track star to enjoy it, and there are anglers of all ages on river.

However, there are a few things you should do before you put your waders on for the first time. Here are our top tips for first time anglers.

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Our Guide to a Stress-Free Summer Weekend in the Catskills | What to Do in the Catskills in the Summer

Sometimes, you want your vacation to be full of adventure and seeing all the sights (and we have plenty of recommendations for you there), but other times, you just need a break.

Here’s our guide and itinerary for the perfect stress-free summer weekend in the Catskills, for those weekends when you just need to get away from it all.

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Fun Things to Do In the Catskills This May | Updated 2021

Now that more people are vaccinated and things are getting closer to “normal” here in the Catskills, we’re excited that there are more fun events to share this spring! Here are some great things to do in May 2021 in the Catskills.

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What's On the Menu? How Can I Hire a Fishing Guide? When's the Pool Open? We Answer Your Frequently Asked Beaverkill Valley Inn Questions

With its many amenities, delicious restaurant, full bar, nineteen guest rooms, and historical property, there’s a lot to do and see at the Beaverkill Valley Inn. We’re here to answer the Inn’s most frequently asked questions.

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Our Guide to the Best Catskills Waterfalls Hikes | Updated 2021

Hiking in the Catskills is great, but when you get to hike past a gorgeous waterfall? Even better. Here’s our guide to the best waterfall hikes in the Catskills - definitely check them out as the weather gets warmer this spring and summer!

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Best Towns in the Catskills | Roscoe, New York

Known as Trout Town USA, Roscoe is a small town full of beautiful campsites, pristine lakes, and plentiful reservoirs. It’s close to Livingston Manor and only two hours from New York City. You’ll also find some of the Catskills’ best-known gems, like Do Good Spirits and Roscoe Beer Company.

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