Weekend Escape from NYC | Magical Catskills Waterfall Day Trip 🌊🚗
This Sunday, we took the puppy squad on an unforgettable adventure to Kaaterskill Falls - one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in the Catskills! 📍 Kaaterskill Falls, Hunter, NY 2-2.5 hour drive from Jersey City Left around 10am, stopped for lunch in charming Catskill town (dog-friendly patio dining 🐕🍽️) Easy 0.5-mile walk to viewing platform (flat terrain, perfect for all skill levels) Saw the 200-foot cascading falls from safe viewpoints (decided to skip the steep trail to base - safety first!) 📍 North Lake Picnic Area 10-minute drive from the falls Gorgeous lakeside beach with picnic tables & grills Perfect spot to relax on the sand and enjoy mountain views 📍 New Paltz Pitstop On our 5pm return trip, discovered SUNY New Paltz campus Hit Ipho (4.7★) for incredible Vietnamese pho 🍜 Must-try: Special Beef Pho & Spicy Beef Pho 🐾 Dog-Friendly Highlights: Multiple water access points for pups to cool off Plenty of shaded trails for summer hiking Outdoor dining options throughout the area Pro Tips: Arrive before 11am to avoid crowds Pack swimsuits & towels for spontaneous lake dips Don't miss the historic Catskill Mountain House site nearby #NYCWeekends #GoldenRetriever #BorderCollie #CatskillsGetaway #WaterfallHikes #DogFriendlyNY #UpstateAdventures #WeekendVibes #HudsonValley #NYCtoCatskills #PuppyAdventures