Activities in the Area

Include your adventurous nature in the unspoiled beauty of the Catskill Mountain wilderness. Our goal is to bring you exceptional snow, with no glitz or glamour, fuss or frills. We invite you to get back to the heart of skiing, and experience for yourself what makes Belleayre unique.

Treat Yourself ... and Your Family! Carve turns down wide cruisers and mid-afternoon, hit trails that appeared as though no one else had been on them that day. Come discover just what makes Plattekill a truly unique mountain!

If off-road riding is your style, check out the Catskill Scenic Trail, a 19 mile Rails-To-Trails project that stretches from Grand Gorge in the northern end of the county to Bloomville (near Delhi in the county's center). The Catskill Scenic Trail, which parallels Route 10, has been constructed on the rail bed of the former Ulster & Delaware Rail Road and features nearly flat terrain with gorgeous views as it winds its way over streams and through forests and farmland. Along the route, the CST passes through the villages of Stamford, Hobart and South Kortright, where services are available.

April to November, Plattekill Mountain a.k.a. "Bike" Plattekill, features over 60 miles of lift-served mountain bike trails and is host to a series of N.O.R.B.A. sanctioned (National Off-Road Biking Association) mountain bike races. Plattekill also features chair lift rides, hiking trails and camping and is also available for private parties, banquets and weddings.

The Catskill Scenic Trail lies on top of the former rail bed of the Ulster & Delaware Railroad. The 19 mile Rails to Trails project offers a hard-packed surface that makes it perfect for hiking, biking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing. A unique feature of the trail is the very gentle grade. Young and old will find thin an easy and enjoyable trek through some of the most beautiful countryside in the world.

Each hour-long trail ride is led by an experienced rider who will see to your safety as they point out some of the interesting nature along the way. The trails will lead you through pristine woods and offer breathtaking views of the mountains that you would never see from any other vantage point. Our horses are very trustworthy and are used for both experienced and inexperienced riders. We offer trail rides for individuals or groups of up to 8 people.

The Delaware and Ulster is an excursion train that combines railroad nostalgia with scenic rides through New York's legendary Catskill Mountains. Round trip excursions from Arkville to Roxbury depart on weekends from the end of May through October. Trains also depart Thursday and Friday during July and August.

Our 18 hole championship golf course will challenge players of all abilities. The "Terminator" as proclaimed by Golf Digest carries a 3.5 star rating. With 5 sets of tees, we can accommodate advanced, intermediate and average players. Long hitters can enjoy the black tees at Hanah, which stretch the course out to 7195 yards, and give it a rating of 17th out of 700 golf courses in the Northeast.

The 9 hole course was designed by one of the country's leading Golf Course architects with construction beginning in 1916. Today, Shephard Hills remains one of the regions most challenging golf courses enhanced by its historic charm and hometown hospitality.

Originally a farmhouse at the turn of the century, this property was most widely known as Rudi's Big Indian Country Kitchen, a part of the Ashram community and a favorite place among locals and visitors alike. Rudi's was home to not only a restaurant, but also a greenhouse, bakery, bar, antique shop, as well as a location for special events. It has enjoyed a rich history of success for more than 25 years.

Chef Owned and Operated, voted #1 in Casual Dining by Catskill Mountain News readers. Enjoy the freshest Steaks, Seafood, Salads and more as well as our many daily seasonal specials plus our full selection of wine and spirits to enjoy on the open air deck for smokers. Open for Dinner Wednesday- Sunday starting at 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday open for Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. and Lunch from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

We work with each client to create a one of a kind design to suit your personality and your style. From the initial consultation to the finished product we interpret your vision into a reality. Our award winning staff can show you visuals of your event utilizing color sketches, swatches and sample arrangements. We strive to use the most unusual sought after flowers from around the world.

We offer breakfast, lunch, Cappuccino, Chai Teas, gourmet coffee, ice cream, jelly beans, gift baskets, imported cheese and local maple syrup. Open 7 days a week, and we are located on Main Street in Margaretville.

For the Second Year ... "Best Service Award" - Catskill Mountain News "... the region's coolest nightspot brings the sleekness of the city to the mountain town of Roxbury" - OK! Magazine. We offer cocktails, creative cuisine, progressive music, video and broadband Internet.

We represent established and emerging artists, offering works in a variety of genres and techniques of painting, works on paper, sculpture and photography. We bring extensive experience in both contemporary and classical art, enabling us to assist clients in developing or enhancing collections.

Ken Orton is a figurative painter. In the village of Margaretville, he has a gallery displaying his current work. His work includes portraiture and landscape. In recent years his landscape and still-life work has focused repeatedly on the disused and redundant, using dilapidated motels, rusting old cars and mothballed aircraft as his themes.