Hiking to the Ruins and Incredible Vista at Franny Reese State Park
Located on a bluff high above the Hudson River near Poughkeepsie, New York, you’ll find the fabulous Franny Reese State Park. Franny Reese State Park first opened to the public …
Ulster County
Exploring the Abandoned Widow Jane Mine in Rosendale, NY
I’m always on the lookout for strange and unique spots to visit in my travels around New York, so when I heard about the Widow Jane Mine, it quickly moved …
Hiking the Lake Minnewaska Trail at Minnewaska State Park Preserve
I’ve hiked around many lakes in my life, but only a very few can compare to the incredible beauty of Lake Minnewaska in Minnewaska State Park Preserve in the Catskills. …
How to Get to Horseshoe Mine Falls in Ulster County
I’ve visited hundreds, if not thousands, of waterfalls during my explorations of New York, Pennsylvania, and more than 30 countries around the world. But I’ve never come across another waterfall …
How to Get to Awosting Falls in Minnewaska State Park Preserve in Ulster County, New York
Minnewaska State Park Preserve is one of the most beautiful places to explore in the Catskills. And, in this incredible park, one of the best (and easiest) spots to visit …
Trying the Tasty Beer and Food at Clemson Bros. Brewery in New Paltz
During a trip in the early summer of 2019, I found myself driving through New Paltz in the Catskills and looking for somewhere to eat dinner. While this is a …
Visiting Woodstock Waterfall Park in Ulster County, New York
While there are many great outdoor destinations in the Catskills, like the impressive Kaaterskill Falls, many miss the hidden waterfall in Woodstock, New York. Located just off of the Tinker …