Explore the Hudson Valley
The best of the Catskills and Hudson Valley, all within easy reach of Birchwood
Dining & Restaurants
Inness
5 minAccord
Upscale farm-to-table dining at a luxury resort
Cherries
5 minAccord
Local favorite with creative American cuisine
The Egg's Nest
10 minHigh Falls
Beloved local spot with eclectic American fare
Tuthill House at the Mill
20 minGardiner
Historic mill restaurant with craft cocktails
Arrowood Farms
5 minAccord
Farm brewery with seasonal food and craft beer
Westwind Orchard
10 minAccord
Wood-fired pizza and cider in an orchard setting
The Gatehouse
20 minEllenville
Refined seasonal cuisine in a charming setting
Nature & Outdoors
Mohonk Preserve
20 min8,000 acres of hiking, rock climbing, and pristine nature
Minnewaska State Park
25 minStunning lake views, waterfalls, and miles of trails
Vernooy Kill Falls
15 minBeautiful waterfall hike through hemlock forest
Ashokan Reservoir
15 minScenic reservoir with a peaceful promenade trail
Sam's Point Area
30 minDramatic cliff views and the famous Ice Caves
Activities & Entertainment
Arrowood Farms Brewery
5 minFarm brewery with tastings and seasonal events
Accord Speedway
5 minFriday night dirt track racing (seasonal)
Hudson Valley Wineries
15-30 minMultiple wineries and tasting rooms nearby
Rondout Creek
10 minSwimming and kayaking in summer months
Rail Trail
15 minScenic walking and biking path
Charming Towns & Shopping
High Falls
10 minCharming hamlet with antique shops and galleries
New Paltz
25 minVibrant college town with great dining and shopping
Kingston
25 minHistoric Hudson Valley city with art and culture
Woodstock
35 minIconic artistic community with unique shops
Rosendale
20 minQuaint village with natural cement mines and cafés
Winter Activities
Hunter Mountain
50 minMajor ski resort with 67 trails
Belleayre Mountain
45 minFamily-friendly skiing with stunning Catskill views
Ice Skating
25 minSeasonal outdoor rinks in New Paltz and Kingston
Emergency Contacts
All distances and drive times are approximate from Birchwood. We recommend checking hours and availability before visiting. Ask us for personalized recommendations — we love sharing our local favorites!