Nina's Guidebook
Outdoors
June, July and August are the months for berry picking and a great place to do that is at Thompson Finch Farm in Ancramdale. Call before you go to find out what’s available
12 locals recommend
Thompson-Finch Farm, LLC
711 Wiltsie Bridge RdJune, July and August are the months for berry picking and a great place to do that is at Thompson Finch Farm in Ancramdale. Call before you go to find out what’s available
High Falls
High Falls, Philmont. A hike to a waterfall, not difficult at all
The Hillsdale Copake Farmer’s Market takes place in Hillsdale Saturday mornings from 9-1. You can find the surrounding farm’s grown and harvested fruits, veggies, cheeses, breads, etc.
31 locals recommend
Copake Hillsdale Farmers Market
9140 NY-22The Hillsdale Copake Farmer’s Market takes place in Hillsdale Saturday mornings from 9-1. You can find the surrounding farm’s grown and harvested fruits, veggies, cheeses, breads, etc.
TAKE A SELF GUIDED DRIVE THROUGH HISTORY, COURTESY OF THE COLUMBIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY (Maps and itineraries for each are available for free download on the CCHS website).
9 locals recommend
Columbia County Historical Society
5 Albany AveTAKE A SELF GUIDED DRIVE THROUGH HISTORY, COURTESY OF THE COLUMBIA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY (Maps and itineraries for each are available for free download on the CCHS website).
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329 locals recommend
Catamount Mountain Ski Resort
78 Catamount Rdhttps://ruralintelligence.com/road-trips/ski-cabanas-for-distancing-and-warmth-when-the-lodge-is-off-limits?mc_cid=2ac82ce238&mc_eid=e5194a9c6a
Art Omi
1405 Co Rte 22120 sprawling acres of art and architecture in the Hudson Valley
Bicycling adventure
BICYCLING
Currently 10.7 miles of completed, paved Rail Trail
http://hvrt.org/history/
Harlem Valley Rail Trail
Harlem Valley Rail TrailBICYCLING
Currently 10.7 miles of completed, paved Rail Trail
http://hvrt.org/history/
Berkshire Bike and Board
29 State RdQuiet time activity
This is a hidden gem for anyone who loves used books.
"Old and Unusual Books, Bought and Sold"
Nestled in the woods of the Hillsdale mountains
29 locals recommend
Rodgers Book Barn
467 Rodman RdThis is a hidden gem for anyone who loves used books.
"Old and Unusual Books, Bought and Sold"
Nestled in the woods of the Hillsdale mountains
Food scene
Believe it or not, this little ICE CREAM shop is located in the Stewards Gas station. It's our favorite "go to" on hot summer days or nights (not bad in the winter too) after dinner or heading back from the water falls, berry picking or the Farmer's Market.
***Vegan options available
Stewart's Shops
9248 NY-22Believe it or not, this little ICE CREAM shop is located in the Stewards Gas station. It's our favorite "go to" on hot summer days or nights (not bad in the winter too) after dinner or heading back from the water falls, berry picking or the Farmer's Market.
***Vegan options available
This is a new, local brewery with a food menu for everyone and a great selection of beers. An old barn converted into a high end rustic feel.
51 locals recommend
Roe Jan Brewing Co.
32 Anthony StThis is a new, local brewery with a food menu for everyone and a great selection of beers. An old barn converted into a high end rustic feel.
Fine dining with offerings from several local farms. Cozy atmosphere.
99 locals recommend
John Andrews
224 Hillsdale RdFine dining with offerings from several local farms. Cozy atmosphere.
This indoor/outdoor restaurant has superb offerings with a chef whose knows their way around the kitchen. The atmosphere is elegant but laid back. On Thursday nights in the summer a live band plays out back overlooking the golf course.
46 locals recommend
The Greens at Copake Country Club
44 Golf Course RdThis indoor/outdoor restaurant has superb offerings with a chef whose knows their way around the kitchen. The atmosphere is elegant but laid back. On Thursday nights in the summer a live band plays out back overlooking the golf course.
This historical (1797) restaurant was first a stagecoach stop, post office, and a meeting place for revolutionary politicians. Their friendly and warm atmospheric tavern serves lunch and dinner all year round
8 locals recommend
Hillsdale House
2634 Anthony StThis historical (1797) restaurant was first a stagecoach stop, post office, and a meeting place for revolutionary politicians. Their friendly and warm atmospheric tavern serves lunch and dinner all year round
Back Bar
347 Warren StOutdoor eclectic menu, very hip scene in Hudson
The Bistro Box
937 S Main StA roadside eatery open lunch and dinner in Great Barrington, Ma
Hike to Waterfall
This is one of my favorite hikes up here because it leads you to a beautiful waterfall. The hike is easy but long and beautiful. Part of it crosses the border into Massachusetts. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, water shoes, a towel and picnic lunch
18 locals recommend
Copake Falls
This is one of my favorite hikes up here because it leads you to a beautiful waterfall. The hike is easy but long and beautiful. Part of it crosses the border into Massachusetts. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, water shoes, a towel and picnic lunch
Neighborhoods
Hudson is an eclectic beautiful town on the Hudson River. It hosts severally quirky assortment of shops, galleries, and businesses. There are a plethora of outstanding restaurants and bakeries which plan their menus around the local farming scene.
442 locals recommend
Hudson
Hudson is an eclectic beautiful town on the Hudson River. It hosts severally quirky assortment of shops, galleries, and businesses. There are a plethora of outstanding restaurants and bakeries which plan their menus around the local farming scene.
Apple Picking
Little Apple Cidery
178 Orchard LnSamascott Orchards
5 Sunset Ave