Catskills Golf Trip Planning Guide
The Catskills are experiencing a massive revival with new restaurants, breweries, and lodges reinvigorating the classic mountain resort region. Play quality courses through rolling mountain terrain, hit revitalized Main Streets in towns like Windham and Hunter, and enjoy a landscape that screams weekend getaway. Just 2 hours from NYC makes it perfect for metro-area groups.
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
ALB (60 min drive)
$25–$109
$400/night
3 of 4
~$320/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Catskills. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Windham Mountain Golf Club — mountain, $69–$109 · 4.5★
Ski-resort mountain course with dramatic elevation changes and Catskill views on every hole
Jessie's Harvest House — farm to-table, $$$
Tannersville farm-to-table restaurant with excellent cocktails and a warm mountain lodge vibe
Hunter Mountain Brewery — brewpub
Craft brewery at the base of Hunter Mountain with house ales and a festive vibe
Day 2
Sunny Hill Resort & Golf Course — mountain, $39–$65 · 4.3★
Classic Catskills resort course in Greenville with rolling mountain terrain, mature trees, and a throwback vibe that fits the region perfectly
Hunter Mountain SkyRider Zipline Tour — 3-4 hours, $100–$130/pp
Second-longest zipline in the world — 4.6 miles of twin ziplines soaring 600 feet above the Catskills at up to 50 mph. Groups of 12 max per session, 3-4 hour experience. Absolutely unforgettable arrival-day adrenaline.
Peekamoose Restaurant — farm to-table, $$$$
Big Indian Creek-side fine dining — seasonal tasting menus in a stunning woodland setting
The Deer Mountain Inn Bar — cocktail
Upscale cocktail lounge in a renovated mountain inn — craft drinks with Catskill views
Day 3
Thunderhart Golf Course — mountain, $35–$55 · 4.3★
Freehold public course with rolling terrain and a great layout for the price
Kaaterskill Falls Hike — 2-3 hours, $5–$10/pp
Two-tiered 260-foot waterfall — one of the most photographed spots in the Catskills
Mama's Boy Burgers — casual, $
Tannersville burger joint with creative smash burgers and loaded fries — post-golf perfection
Pancho Villa's — dive · Open late
Tannersville Mexican restaurant with a surprisingly rowdy bar scene on weekends
Course-by-Course Guide
Catskills has 4 courses worth playing. 3 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Where to Stay
Catskills has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$500–$1800 /night
Windham / Hunter Mountain area
$400–$1200 /night
Tannersville / Phoenicia area
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Jessie's Harvest House
$$$Tannersville farm-to-table restaurant with excellent cocktails and a warm mountain lodge vibe
Peekamoose Restaurant
$$$$Big Indian Creek-side fine dining — seasonal tasting menus in a stunning woodland setting
Mama's Boy Burgers
$Tannersville burger joint with creative smash burgers and loaded fries — post-golf perfection
Prospect
$$$Catskill village restaurant with a daily-changing menu focused on local farms and foraging
Lilly's Steaks & Cocktails
$$Windham's premier steakhouse with perfectly aged beef, fresh seafood, and handcrafted cocktails. Private dining room available for groups.
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 1 stay open past midnight.
Hunter Mountain Brewery
Craft brewery at the base of Hunter Mountain with house ales and a festive vibe
The Deer Mountain Inn Bar
Upscale cocktail lounge in a renovated mountain inn — craft drinks with Catskill views
Pancho Villa's
Late nightTannersville Mexican restaurant with a surprisingly rowdy bar scene on weekends
Activities Beyond Golf
6 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Hunter Mountain SkyRider Zipline Tour
Second-longest zipline in the world — 4.6 miles of twin ziplines soaring 600 feet above the Catskills at up to 50 mph. Groups of 12 max per session, 3-4 hour experience. Absolutely unforgettable arrival-day adrenaline.
Kaaterskill Falls Hike
Two-tiered 260-foot waterfall — one of the most photographed spots in the Catskills
Catskill Mountain Tubing
Lazy river tubing down Esopus Creek with beers in hand — peak summer day
Catskill Distilling Company
Bethel distillery making whiskey, gin, and vodka — tours and tastings at the old dance hall
Hunter Mountain Zipline
Longest zipline canopy tour in North America — 3+ hours soaring through the forest. The ultimate arrival day group rush.
Emerson Resort Spa
Full spa with mineral pools and mountain views — surprisingly good recovery day option
Getting There
Fly into Albany International Airport (ALB) — it's a 60-minute drive to Catskills. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Catskill Car Service and Kingston Limo). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.