We have gathered some local tips and resources to get you started.
This is just the tip of the iceberg, though. Get out there and explore and let us know what we should add here!
Almost all of the charming local restaurants and shops have unique upstate hours that are subject to sudden changes and weather or holiday adjustments. Please be sure to look up their hours online before you go, but to be warned sometimes those are out of date too! May the odds be ever in your favor!
ACTIVITIES
HIKING
The Catskills are home to thousands of miles of scenic hiking trails. There are too many to list here, but do some research. When hiking anywhere, keep an eye out for “POSTED” signs indicating private property and do not cross into those areas. Sometimes those signs are scarce so always be vigilant. There are acres upon acres of protected land surrounding our area that is open for hiking and activities. Keep to those public areas. There are plenty. Have a plan, bring water and be prepared to have no cell signal. Be safe!
The following site is one good guide to some of the top rated hikes in the area. https://www.visitthecatskills.com/hiking
Please let us know if you know of or discover any additional hikes we should list here as well!
SKI/SNOWBOARDING
You are surrounded by world class ki/snowboarding resorts! Here are the top four in the area!
Plattekill Mountain - 33 minute drive- https://www.plattekill.com
Bellayre Mountain - 40 minute drive - https://www.belleayre.com
Windham Mountain - 55 minute drive - https://www.windhammountain.com
Hunter Mountain - 1 hr drive - https://www.huntermtn.com
FLY FISHING
Don your waders, grab your nippers and your fly line and head out to trout capital USA! Winniebrook Farm is located inthe heart of East Coast fly fishing! Make sure you have your permit and you know and follow the law before casting out.
”Trout Town USA” (1 hr drive)
Roscoe, NY is a top fishing destination in the East. The town is located in the southwest part of the Catskills Mountain in an area that is blessed with rugged mountains, pristine rivers, lakes and ponds ideal for fishing.
For more information, please visit: www.roscoeny.com/Fishing.htm
A good guide to places for fishing around Bovina Center at stepoutside.org/bovina-center-ny/fishing.
MINIGOLF
Why not challenge friends and/or family in some miniature golf?
A perfect place for that is PuttPutt Van Winkel located in Bovina Center.
See their instagram for more information and opening hours.
www.instagram.com/puttputtvanwinkle/?igshid=qgvx7ffjir76'
DELANEY FARM
Picking Pumpkins in the Fall at Delaney Farms
APPLE PICKING
Come back in the Fall for some of New Yorks best apple picking!
SHOPPING
GREEN TOAD BOOKSTORE
Cute local bookstore in Oneonta. Perfect when you want to find that personal gift to someone or just find yourself a good book. You can either sit down in the comfy couches in the store or why not bring the book to the local coffee shop next door.
Visit their website for more information and opening hours.
https://greentoadbookstore.com/
THE STONEHOUSE
In the hunt for local treasures for yourself or someone you hold dearly, The Stonehouse is a cute home and lifestyle store located in Delhi. Here you can find handcrafted goods from designers, makers and artisans, both local and from all around the world. thestonehouseshop.com/about
THE UNDERGROUND ATTIC
In the mood for some vintage shopping? You can’t miss out on this store located in Oneonta, focusing on sustainability and empowerment curated by the founder and owner Elisabeth Raphaelson. www.theundergroundattic.com/
HOSPITAL / EMERGENCY ROOM
OCONNER HOPSPITAL
Phone Number: (607) 746-0300
Hours: Open 24/7 for emergencies
460 Andes Road Delhi, NY 13753