Rising above the west bank of the Hudson River, the magnificent crests of the Catskills , cloaked with maple and beech that turn orange, ochre and gold each fall, have a rich and absorbing beauty. This dislocated branch of the Appalachians is inspiring country, filled with amenities - campgrounds, hiking, fishing and, especially, skiing. To enjoy it to the full, venture onto the trails; the mountains are so tightly packed that good roadside overlooks are rare.

West bank and Catskill Mountains

• West bank and Catskill Mountains

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• Catskill Park
• Kingston
• West Point
• Woodstock

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