5 /5 Brit F: Such a beautiful view when you get to the site of the old Catskill Mountain House. There are multiple trails stemming off from the site area that give a nice added adventure. There is at least 2 different trails to get to the site, one from the kaaterskill falls overlook trail system (a pretty big hike) and an easier trail if you drive around north/south lake and park by the beach or at the pavilion right below the trail. Views are immaculate and there are information boards explaining the history of the site with images to accompany. Make sure you also check out the rock/cliff area by the edge where you can see various names and dates carved into the rock that show a bit of history. A cool little slice of NYS history. (Also be on the lookout for the two flashing lights over the Hudson River, that is the Rip Van Winkle bridge!)
NYS park rangers do have to lock the gate at the end of this side of the lake at 9pm so make sure you prepare beforehand or you will have to wait until the morning when they unlock to get your car out.