What Our Guests Are Saying About Their Hunter Mountain Stay
“We had an absolutely wonderful stay as a family of three. The home is beautiful, comfortable, impeccably clean and peacefully set in the woods. The hosts were fabulous – responsive when we needing things. We can’t wait to return!”
“My fiancé and I, along with our goldendoodle, had a lovely stay with Red Cottage. The house was in a perfect location for us as it was central to several towns and had breathtaking fall foliage surrounding. We were very cozy and felt right at home. Red Cottage responded very promptly and was so helpful.”
“This was such a lovely and cozy getaway! The space is charming, the kitchen is well stocked, the beds are extremely comfortable, and the hot tub is fantastic! My friends and I had a beautiful time taking in the scenery and cooking meals together.”
“We loved the place so much we want to come back every year! An ideal home to host a group of friends or a big family. Lots of space for everyone to gather comfortably or to get away. Location is great! A brewery and lovely trail down the road for the nature lovers. For the loungers, hanging by the pool and hot tub is a perfect day!”
“The home is beautiful. The kitchen was very well stocked with top of the line appliances and cookware. Can’t wait to go back.”
“Truly handsome mid-century modern cabin with some really great furnishings/pieces, ceramics, and lighting, as well as super well appointed kitchen, bathrooms, and other amenities. A rustic cabin vibe but elevated and very comfortable! You can sit by the fire listening to music through a seven-speaker sound system! The lost was a bit less secluded than I thought, but it is a beautiful and really an incredible oasis! Red Cottage made it all easy and was totally on top of everything. Nothing went wrong. A great getaway!”
Hunter Mountain Map and Trails
Use the map below to get oriented before you arrive. In winter, it is the simplest way to plan your ski day, choose meeting points, and spot the quickest routes between pods. In warmer months, it helps you understand the mountain for Scenic SkyRide access and hiking trails.
Image courtesy of Murals Your Way.
Discover Hunter Mountain
Hunter Mountain is the Catskills classic for a quick, high-reward escape from the city. It is close enough for an easy weekend, yet it still feels like a proper mountain day once you are on snow. Expect a strong ski focus in winter, plus a warm-weather lineup of Scenic SkyRides, hiking, and fall weekends that make foliage season feel like an event.
For a low-effort, high-payoff view, take the Scenic SkyRide to the summit and linger for panoramic Catskills scenery. If you want a real hike, continue to the Hunter Mountain fire tower for a satisfying finish. It is the highest fire tower in New York State, and the route is a great warm-weather centerpiece for a summer or early fall weekend.
Hunter is built for efficient laps and mixed-ability groups. You get a true vertical drop, clearly defined pods, and serious snowmaking that keeps conditions reliable. Strong skiers should spend time on Hunter West for steeper terrain, while newer skiers will have a better day staying on lower and mid-mountain trails and using the learning area.
For weekends with built-in energy, plan around Hunter Mountain Oktoberfest in early fall, plus signature winter moments like Opening Day and the New Year’s Eve celebration with torchlight parade and fireworks. If you want something more active than apres, keep an eye out for special on-mountain challenge events like Expedition Hunter.
Keep your on-mountain plan simple: grab something quick at the base so you do not burn daylight, then do a proper sit-down meal off the hill. Two reliable picks nearby are Hunter Mountain Brewery for a casual, post-ski reset, and Jagerberg Beer Hall for a more atmospheric dinner that feels like a night out. If you are going on a holiday weekend, book ahead and eat a little earlier than the crowd.