PLACES OF INTEREST
THINGS TO DO AROUND HERE
Rosendale Street Festival Sat, July 19th, noon-10pm
Sun, July 20th, noon-6pm
Rosendale Pickle Festival Sun, November ?, 2014
Rosendale Farmer's Market Sundays 9AM - 3PM
Kingston, New York Farmers’ Market Connecting Local People with Local Food. Open Every Saturday (rain or shine) May - Nov 9 am - 2 pm 328 Wall Street Kingston, NY 12401
High Falls Flea Market Sundays, 10AM - 6PM Until Thanksgiving In High Falls town center near the New York Store.
Walkway Over The Hudson The Poughkeepsie Bridge is a steel cantilever bridge spanning the Hudson River between Poughkeepsie, New York on the east bank and Highland, New York on the west bank. The bridge deck stands 212 feet above the river's surface and is 6678 feet long, making it the longest, elevated pedestrian bridge in the world.
Shawangunk's: The Shawangunks contain Mohonk Preserve, Minnewaska State Park Preserve and Sam's Point Preserve with more than 100 miles of hiking trails and several climbing areas. The Long Path long-distance hiking trail follows the ridge from Sullivan County to the vicinity of Kerhonkson; south of it the Shawangunk Ridge Trail connects to the Appalachian Trail near High Point.
Shaupeneak Ridge Trail Situated on 570 acres in eastern Ulster County, the Shaupeneak Ridge Cooperative Recreation Area boasts viewpoints both east and west from atop the Marlboro Mountains, as well as a large wetland pond and cascading waterfall. This moderately difficult hike (5 mile round trip) travels over a majority of this preserve, affording the hiker and canine pal the opportunity to experience all of these natural benefits and more.
John Burroughs Sanctuary Burroughs Dr. off Floyd Ackert Rd., West Park, NY
Naturalist and area resident John Burroughs built Slabsides, a rustic cabin, as a retreat and study in 1895. The cabin, which has built-in twig furniture, holds an open house only twice a year, but you may stroll the 170- acre nature sanctuary year-round, from dawn to dusk. West Park is 7 mi east of New Paltz, and the cabin itself is about a 1/3-mi uphill walk from the parking area. Cost: $2 suggested donation Open: May 3rd - Oct.1st 12:30-4:30
Huguenot Street Historic District, a National Historic Landmark, was created to preserve the oldest continuously inhabited street in America with its original houses. The principle houses on Huguenot Street were built surrounding the turn of the 17th into the 18th centuries, from 1680's through the first decades of the 18th century.
Hyde Park is a town located in the northwest part of Dutchess County just north of Poughkeepsie. The town is most famous for being the birthplace of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. His estate, Springwood, is the site of FDR’s Home and National Historic Site. It is also the site of his presidential museum and library.
Val-Kill was the home of Eleanor Roosevelt, wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt. It is located about 2 miles (3 km) away from the home of FDR.
Culinary Institute of America --- One of the world's top culinary schools, in the South part of Hyde Park, between Route 9 and the Hudson River. The college operates four student-staffed restaurants at its campus in Hyde Park, NY for which reservations arerecommended. 845 471-6608
Rosendale Theater 401 Main Street Rosendale. This is a treat not to be missed. It plays almost current films and only charges $7. Call for schedules: 845 658-8989
Frog Hollow Farm 570 Old Post Rd Esopus NY Horseback riding, classes and boarding. This farm is 2 miles from here. Call for info: 845 384-6424
Water Tubing the Esopus Creek: 845 688-7633 in Phoenicia, NY is 24 miles west of Kingston. 3 ½ mile course and 1 hour and 45 minute trip.
Kayaking the Wallkill River, Rondout Creek or Hudson River: Bring your own kayak or rent them in Kingston at Kenco: 845 338-5021 .
RESTAURANTS
New Paltz Indian Restaurant 1 N Manheim Blvd New Paltz, NY 845 255-6441
The best Indian food ever.
Main Street Bistro 59 Main Street New Paltz, NY 845 255-7766
The Bistro serves breakfast and lunch in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. We specialize in eclectic American and Vegetarian cuisine, but our varied menu features a wide range of dishes for every taste. The Bistro's extensive beer and wine list contains some of the most interesting and unusual bottles from around the globe. And, please don't forget that our own in-house bakery provides us with wonderful, freshly-baked breads, muffins, brownies, pies, vegan desserts and many other delicious treats!
P&G’s Restaurant 91 Main Street New Paltz, NY 845 255-6161
Casual lunch or dinner in an atmosphere that is genuinely, well... New Paltz! Our menu has something for everyone and features freshly prepared daily specials.
Mexicali Blue 87 Main Street New Paltz, NY 845 255-555
Mexicali Blue is a Southwestern/Californian style restaurant, that serves ultra fresh tacos and burritos. Its philosophy is based on the California healthy way of thinking, fresh and natural ingredients, prepared quickly. A burrito (fish, steak, chicken, pork, bean or portobelo) makes a satisfying meal on its own. Stuffed with things like fresh cilantro, fresh lime, caramelized Red Onion, rice, black beans, cheese, spices, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream, it's a meal that tastes great! The tacos, wrapped in grilled blue corn tortillas, are a smaller version of the burritos. The meats and fish are all fresh and grilled right in front of you. Everything is cooked fresh to order.
Moonlight Café 53 Main Street New Paltz, NY 845 255-4813
Eclectic mix of Mid-Eastern, Mexican and American in a relaxed atmosphere and at a reasonable price.
Rocco’s Pizza 4 New Paltz Plaza New Paltz, NY 845 255-7161
Just the best pizza you’ll ever eat!
Main Course 175 Main Street New Paltz, NY 845 255-2650
A creative passion for food is the philosophy of Main Course Caterers. Under the innovative leadership of chef/owner, Bruce Kazan, Main Course Caterers’ team of talented professionals create the finest in catered events. Main Course, a leader in the sustainable food movement, uses small Hudson Valley purveyors to provide the freshest local organic produce, free range poultry, line caught fish and hormone free meats. With the bounty of the Hudson Valley as his inspiration, Chef Kazan creates unique, contemporary menus, reflecting the innovation and creativity that has become our hallmark
La Stazione Italian Restaurant 5 Main Street New Paltz, NY 845 255-9447
Good Italian food - a step up from a pizza place in atmosphere.
The Gilded Otter 3 Main Street New Paltz NY 845 256-0955
The master chef brings you some of the finest cuisine in the Hudson Valley. The award-winning brewery always has something new. Meet the Brewmaster and check out our fresh-brewed beer menu.
The Egg’s Nest 1300 Rt 213 at Mohonk Rd High Falls, NY 845 687-7255
Located on Route 213 in the center of High Falls, NY, The Egg's Nest is noted for its eclectic décor, unusual menu and friendly, casual atmosphere. The Egg's Nest offers creative cuisine with a southwestern flair, unique overstuffed sandwiches, vegetarian dishes, burgers, homemade desserts and "Nest" Breads. Dinner specials start every night at 5:00pm and a cocktail lounge is also offered.
High Falls Café Rt 213 and Mohonk Rd High Falls, NY 845 687-2699
Casual Dining, burgers, steaks, wraps, pasta dishes, homemade soup and chili, kids menu and daily specials. 7 wines offered by the glass. Guinness, Bass Ale, Budweiser, Sam Adams, Keegan's Hurricane Kitty on tap. Great brunches.
Depuy Canal House 1315 Rt 213 High Falls, NY 845 687-7700
"Restaurant Merits Three-Hour Drive" by Craig Claiborne New York Times
"This is one of the most interesting and best suburban restaurants in America. It is housed in an authentic 200 year old tavern, and it has the feel of a wonderfully reconstructed place without an excess of hokum. There is candlelight and an open fireplace in the main dining room...There are stylish place settings, and the place "mats" are also, slate and handsomely so. This is not a place for specifically great French cooking or Italian cooking, but the menu is fascinating and the food is cooked with infinite care."
Northern Spy Café 155 Main St High Falls, NY 845 687-729
The Northern Spy is nestled among waterfalls and apple orchards in the beautiful village of High Falls. The Spy offers guests an inviting comfortable atmosphere to dine and relax. Whether you're looking for Duck Confit with a Port Glaze, Free-Range Tofu Wings or an 8oz. burger, the Northern Spy Cafe will make your dining experience most enjoyable. Each member of our staff is empowered to take whatever measures are necessary to meet your needs and to exceed the expectations of our guest.
Global Palate Restaurant 1746 RT 9W West Park, NY 845 384-6590
The Global Palate is dedicated to giving their customers all-natural, hormone free meat, wild or organic fish and poultry from local farmers. The majority of the vegetables we use are gardened locally such as RSK Farms, Stone Ridge Orchards & Davenport’s Farm. Named one of the Best New Restaurants in the Hudson Valley (November 2008).
Guidos Grill and Pasta House 812 Ulster Ave Kingston, NY 845 339-7400
Guidos offers fine Italian/American cuisine and great service. Large portions of traditional Italian food at a reasonable price.
Whites Dairy Bar 205 Canal Street Eddyville, NY 845 331-4345
At the convergence of RT 213, Creek Locks Rd and New Salem Rd. The best soft serve ice cream, dips and shakes. They have burgers and hot dogs as well.
MARKETS AND Supermarkets
ShopRite 258 Main Street New Paltz 255-2578
ShopRite 801 Miron Lane Kingston 336-7800
Stop & Shop 10 New Paltz Plaza New Paltz 255 4324
Hannaford 1261 Ulster Ave Kingston 336-0325
Emmanuels Market Place 3853 Main Street Stone Ridge 687-2214
Upscale market with lots of natural, organic choices and wonderful produce. A local wrote: Humanly sized, community-oriented, warm and welcoming. Shopping here is a real treat. Very fresh, often local, produce. Organic, health section, good selection in a well-designed space. Totally worth shopping here.
Adams Fairacre Farms 1560 Ulster Ave Lake Katrine 336-6300
Visiting Adams for the first time can be awe-inspiring. The abundance, the amazing variety and the enormous scope of offerings are features unique to Adams Fairacre Farms and are unparalleled in the Hudson Valley.
High Falls Food Co-op 1398 State Route 213 687-7262
A local wrote: Super friendly staff, great produce and a good variety of organic staples both packaged and in bulk. Lisa creates fresh and delicious vegetarian delights daily. The soup is incredible. Hey, it feels good just to walk through the door!