Overlook Mountain Fire Tower & Hotel Ruins
Overlook Mountain
A classic hike on the mountain behind Woodstock, passing the ruins of an abandoned hotel at the summit. The fire tower at the top offers views over Ashokan Reservoir and the Hudson River.
The trail starts from the Meads Mountain Road parking lot north of Woodstock and follows an old carriage road. The round trip is about 7.4 km with roughly 430 m of ascent, and takes 2.5–4 hours.
Halfway up are the concrete remains of the Overlook Mountain Hotel, which was never completed in the 20th century. Trees have swallowed the ruins, giving them a striking aesthetic. You can climb the fire tower at the summit for 360-degree views.
The parking lot is small, so arrive early on weekends. Do not turn over rocks near crevices.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Karma Triyana Dharmachakra
- Woodstock
- Opus 40
- Kaaterskill Clove
- Kaaterskill Falls
- Tannersville
- North-South Lake & Catskill Mountain House Site
- Saugerties Lighthouse