Moon Hudson Valley & the Catskills: Seasonal Getaways, Outdoor Recreation, Farm-Fresh Cuisine

by Nikki Goth Itoi

Overview

A long the Hudson River, farms and orchards thrive, country lanes lead to historic parks, and mountains stretch into the sky. Get advice on planning day trips and weekend getaways, Experience local food, including farmers markets, destination dining, and farm stays, View fall foliage - on foot or by car, Go on outdoor adventures like hiking, biking, and skiing, Enjoy the vibrant art scene, with galleries, museums, and festivals

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781640496095
Publisher:	Avalon Publishing
Publication date:	11/15/2022
Series:	Travel Guide
Edition description:	6th ed.
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	353,872
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 7.40(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

A native of New York State, Nikki Goth Itoi brings an insider's perspective and a traveler's sense of adventure to Moon Hudson Valley & the Catskills. She grew up making maple syrup in the Catskills, and later studied in the Berkshires and got married in Rhinebeck. These days, she visits the region to enjoy winery tours in Dutchess County, fall foliage in the mountains, lake time in the Adirondacks, and connecting with family and friends. She has traveled throughout Mexico, Europe, Asia, and the United States for work and fun. When not on the road, Nikki finds time for swimming, backpacking, and teaching her kids to ski. She lives in Northern California with her husband, Paul, and their two sons.

Table of Contents

Discover Hudson Valley & the Catskills 6

9 Top Experiences 10

Planning Your Trip 16

Day Trips from New York City 19

Grand Estates 20

Cycling the Hudson River Valley 21

Outdoor Adventures 22

Revolutionary War Route 23

Fund for Foodies 25

Contemporary Art, Indoors and Out 26

Fall Foliage Tours 27

Best Hikes 28

Lower Hudson Valley 31

Westchester County 35

Rockland County 61

The Hudson Highlands 77

Orange County 81

Putnam County 105

Mid-Hudson Valley and the Southern Catskills 123

Dutchess County 127

Ulster County 161

Western Catskills to the Delaware River 188

Sullivan County 191

Delaware County 208

Upper Hudson Valley and the Northern Catskills 220

Greene County 224

Columbia County 247

The Capital-Saratoga Region 266

Albany 269

Rensselaer County 284

Saratoga County 288

Background 304

The Landscape 304

Plants and Animals 307

History 309

Government and Economy 312

The People 314

Essentials 315

Transportation 315

Recreation 319

Food and Accommodations 321

Travel Tips 322

Information and Services 326

Resources 328

Suggested Reading 328

Internet Resources 331

Index 333

List of Maps 343

Editorial Reviews

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