The best parks & outdoor spots in Saugerties

Greig Farm has the classic Hudson Valley combo this month... apples and pumpkins to pick, four miles of farm trails, goats to feed, plus a Market & Café turning out hearty lunches and cider donuts. If you’re lingering, The Barn Taproom pours Jordan Homestead’s local beer, ciders and seasonal cocktails.

From the Saugerties newsletter, October 22, 2026

Family-owned since 2005, Brookside Campgrounds gives you that quiet-by-the-brook vibe with mountain views and quick access to Kaaterskill Falls. Whether you roll in with an RV, grab a cabin, or keep it old-school with a tent, it’s an easy local getaway that actually feels like one.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, October 16, 2026

Mead Orchards has that classic Hudson Valley pick your own vibe, spread across 100+ scenic acres with a corn maze, and rows of apples calling your name. A century-old family farm where you can wander, breathe, and make autumn feel official.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, September 30, 2026

Hudson River Skywalk is a six-mile out-and-back over the Rip Van Winkle Bridge linking the Thomas Cole Historic Site and Frederic Church’s Olana. Expect sweeping Hudson River Valley and Catskill Mountain views that drop you right into the landscapes that inspired the Hudson River School.

From the Catskill newsletter, September 29, 2026

Six Hands Farm Store is a collaboration between Nimble Roots Farm and The Lo Farm, run by six friends bringing Catskill-grown, Certified Organic produce, starter plants, locally sourced staples, and fresh flower bouquets to town. It’s the kind of spot you swing through weekly, then suddenly cook like you meant it.

From the Catskill newsletter, October 4, 2026

Need a quick reset close to home? Mawignack Preserve loops through woods and meadows to Catskill Creek, with interpretive signs and the same river views Thomas Cole painted a dozen times. Great for leash walks, quiet wildlife peeks, winter skis, and the occasional smug 'yep, I live here' selfie.

From the Catskill newsletter, September 21, 2026