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Callicoon Hills

New on MeridiaCallicoon Center, NY

Sprawling 62-room Hudson Valley resort in the Catskills foothills, two hours from NYC, with 23 acres of grounds offering trout and bass fishing in the Delaware River and nearby streams alongside hiking and nature activities. Fishing is incidental to the broader outdoor recreation program rather than a dedicated focus.

Why book

Catskills mountain resort with casual Delaware River trout and bass fishing, ideal for non-angler companions.

Overview

Callicoon Hills is a year-round retreat property established in 1905, set across 23 acres in the Catskill Mountains near Callicoon Center, New York. The resort comprises 62 guestrooms and 11 seasonal A-frame cabins, positioned as a relaxation and outdoor recreation destination rather than a fishing-centric lodge. Trout and bass fishing is available in the Delaware River and surrounding creeks, with May through September offering the most consistent action; however, the property

At a glance

Type
Resort
Fishiness
2/5
Location
Callicoon Center, NY
Awards
Sullivan County Visitor Association TOAST Award for Exceptional Service, Here Comes the Guide - Best Rustic
Best for
Freshwater, Families, Couples, Rustic

What you'll catch

Amenities & features

Amenities

  • Dining / Restaurant
  • Pool
  • Accessible
  • Gym / Fitness

What's included

Included

  • Resort passes for locals ($15)
  • Nightly campfire s'mores
  • Access to morning Continental Breakfast service in the Cafe
  • Wi-Fi
  • Board games and books
  • Fee on site parking

Not included

  • Alcohol
  • Gratuities
  • Taxes

Seasons

While Callicoon Hills is primarily known as a year-round retreat for relaxation and outdoor activities, its fishing opportunities are best enjoyed during the warmer months. The spring and summer seasons, from May through September, offer the most consistent action, with the surrounding creeks and rivers teeming with life. Anglers can expect a tranquil experience, casting lines in the serene waters that wind through the property's 23-acre grounds, a perfect complement to the lodge's other amenities like hiking and swimming. The crisp mountain air and picturesque scenery provide an idyllic backdrop for a day spent pursuing local catches.

Open May – September

Lodge open
Peak — go nowIn seasonOff-season

Trip planning

Hours
In 3:00 pm · Out 11:00 am
Nearest airport
LaGuardia (LGA), JFK, Newark (EWR)
Timezone
UTC-4

Getting there

Approximately a two-hour drive from LaGuardia, John F. Kennedy International, and Newark Liberty International Airport.

Where you are

Nearby destinations

Towns, regions, and wild places worth exploring around the lodge.

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