143.2 mi./ 3 hrs., 44 min.
Mountain Clove & Catskill Mountain Scenic Byways
Feel the Thrill of Carving Through the Mountains
For a true adventure, the Grand Tour of the Catskills winds through rugged terrain and wide-open valleys at the heart of the forever-wild Catskill Park. Ride twisting roads at elevations near 3,500 feet, following rambling streams and brooks. Along the way, you’ll encounter towering peaks, rolling farmland, and welcoming mountain communities.
To visit Kaaterskill Falls, turn off Route 23A onto Route 18 (North Lake Road), then take a right onto Laurel House Road. A short ¼-mile hike will bring you to the Viewing Platform, offering a stunning overlook of the falls and the Kaaterskill Clove.
For Twists & Curves: Take Route 23A (between Palenville & Haines Falls.)
Suggested Stops: Mountain Top Historical Society Visitor Center, Village of Tannersville, Hunter Mountain Resort
