Memorial Day Weekend One-Day Catskills Adventure from Edison, NJ

Day 1: Memorial Day Catskills

Catskill Mountains, NY on May 26, 2025

7:00am

Departure from Edison, NJ

Start your Memorial Day early for a 2.5-hour drive to the scenic Catskills, beating holiday traffic and maximizing daylight.
USD0, 2h30m

9:30am

Visit Kaaterskill Falls

Begin your day with a refreshing hike to Kaaterskill Falls, one of New York’s tallest waterfalls and a spectacular natural landmark. Perfect for memorable photos and light exercise.
USD0, 1h30m

11:00am

Breakfast at The Red Onion in Phoenicia

Enjoy breakfast with a special Memorial Day weekend brunch menu offering delicious American bistro classics, open from 8am to 3pm.
USD20-30, 1h

12:15pm

Explore Olana State Historic Site

Tour the beautiful Persian-inspired home of Frederic Edwin Church, with expansive views of the Hudson River Valley. The site has special extended holiday hours from 10am to 6pm on Memorial Day.
USD20, 1h30m

2:00pm

Hudson Village Walk and Shopping

Stroll through Hudson’s historic district, visiting local galleries, shops, and enjoying the festive holiday vibe. Most stores and galleries will be open for Memorial Day weekend.
USD0, 1h15m

3:30pm

Late Lunch at Grazin' Diner

Devour a farm-to-table meal that caters to holiday diners, featuring organic, local ingredients and grass-fed beef. Open until 4pm, so plan accordingly.
USD20-35, 45m

4:30pm

Scenic Drive via Catskill Scenic Byway

End your trip with a leisurely, picturesque drive through the Catskills to soak in the holiday weekend’s natural beauty before returning.
USD0, 1h

6:00pm

Return to Edison, NJ

Head back home after an enriching and festive Memorial Day spent in the Catskills.
USD0, 2h30m
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