Charming shops, delicious dining, and picturesque scenery await in New York’s best small towns.
Located near the trailhead,Phoenicia Dinerlives up to the hype.
Check intoThe Point, a Relais & Chateaux resort, for a luxe version of the mountain-cabin experience.
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Want to meet Curly the pig or sheep named Simon and Garfunkel?
It’s home to more than 100 islands equipped for campers, including the single-siteLittle Gourd Island.
Chatham
Smack between the Hudson River and theBerkshires, Chatham is a classic upstate small town.
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Looking for outdoor adventure?
Hike gorge or rim trails atTaughannock Falls State Parkto see a 215-foot-tall waterfall plunging over vertical rock.
Pine Plains
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Need to unwind?
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Once in town, it’s all about rafting, tubing, fishing, and other river-centric activities.
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