Summer Is About to Explode in the Catskills

There's rain falling on Highmount today.And honestly? Good.
The Catskills know what they're doing. A little rain before a big week is just the mountains getting ready — soaking the trails, deepening the green, cooling everything down before the heat hits. Because what's coming next is worth waiting for. Belleayre Beach opens this weekend. July 4th is in near sight. And the moment that sun comes back out, this mountain is going to feel like the best place on earth to be.

Imerse in the wonderful Catskills landscape with it’s waterfalls, swimming holes and endless forest land.

This is the Catskills at peak summer.

The forests are that impossible shade of green you only get after a good rain. The air smells like pine and clean water. The trails are quiet in the morning and golden in the evening. The fire pits are waiting. Here's what the next few weeks look like up here:

• Swim at Belleayre Beach — cold, clear water with a mountain backdrop that makes every city pool feel like a punishment.

• Hike Giant Ledge before breakfast and earn the view before most people have had their coffee.

• Grab a beer at Peekamoose or a legendary breakfast at the Phoenicia Diner.

• Explore the shops and galleries of Woodstock and Margaretville on a slow afternoon with nowhere to be.

• Watch the Fourth of July fireworks from somewhere that doesn't involve a subway or a parking garage. We’ll be in Margretville for the 4th of July celebration.

• Watch the stars from a fire pit instead of a city rooftop.

Margretville shows off their annual fun park and fireworks. It’s always tons of fun!

Summer weekends in Highmount have a way of disappearing fast.

Once the July calendar fills, it fills. No exceptions.

If you've been thinking about a Catskills escape — a long weekend, a week away, a proper reset before August arrives — don't wait too long.

Book direct for the best rates and the widest selection of accommodations at www.AlpineFourSeasonLodge.com

We'll keep the lights on for you.

Daniel & The Crew
31 Galli Curci Road
Highmount, NY 12441