The Four Catskill Counties

There are four counties that make up the Catskill region: Sullivan in the southwest, Delaware in the northwest, Ulster in the southeast and Greene in the northeast. I've been mainly focusing on little towns and hamlets in Sullivan County, an area I know and have traveled to often. But there is much more to consider when looking for an escape from city life.

I found a great visitor site, Visit The Catskills, that covers all of the counties and also shares a wealth of information for each: 200+ lodging options that include retreats, spas, inns and cabins, over 50 camp sites, attractions for family fun and historical sites, and activities that have something for everyone in all seasons.

When on the site, you can click on the individual county which will take you out to separate sites, highlighting their regions. Each provides a robust offering of places to eat, go antiquing, agritourism including farm visits and stays, and a list of cultural events. While Sullivan and Ulster counties are a bit closer to NYC, both Delaware and Greene counties are worth traveling the short distance further. The Baseball Hall of Fame is located in Cooperstown, in Delaware County, and both Windham and Hunter Mountains are in Greene County, which offer winter and summer activities. It really is an endless list of travel options for your great escape from urban living!