The Catskills region is known for its enchanting natural beauty and a variety of quirky and unusual attractions. Here are some highlights that might pique your interest:/im

- Catamount People’s Museum: This unique spot features an enormous cat made from recycled wood scraps1. The Museum itself is said to be a fairly unusual and terribly pleasant place to spend an afternoon.
- Catskill Game Farm: You can explore the abandoned ruins of America’s first private zoo1. For an extra-creepy Halloween Oddities, check out America’s first private zoo. (As of 2023, you must be staying at the property in order to check out the Game Farm.)
- Plan your visit – Olana NY State Historic Site | Hudson River School Painter Frederic Edwin Church.
- Basement Bistro: A one-man homegrown eatery known for its five-year waiting list1.
- Kaaterskill Falls and the Bayard of Dogs: A breathtaking two-tiered waterfall with a legend of a ghost dog1.
- Olafur Eliasson: The Parliament of Reality: A crafted island journey involving a trip across a lattice bridge1.
For those who love the offbeat and peculiar, the Catskills offer a treasure trove of hidden gems and secret spots to discover. Whether it’s the world’s largest kaleidoscope or the historic fire towers, there’s always something to surprise and delight2. And if you’re into roadside oddities, you might enjoy “New York’s Own Mount Rushmore” among other unique finds3:
Enjoy your adventure into the odd and wonderful! If you’re looking for a specific type of oddity or have a particular interest in mind, let me know, and I can tailor suggestions for you.