Notes, slowly.
Occasional writing about the cabin, the region, and what's happening outside the window.
When Catskills Fall Colors Show Up Near Margaretville
How to time a Catskills foliage trip from Margaretville using I LOVE NY’s weekly reports — not a made-up 2026 peak date. Elevation matters; Delaware County is already turning.
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Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower, a foggy Sunday
Host notes from a rainy Mill Brook Road hike to the Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower — six miles, a picnic in the fog, and what it felt like with kids in mind.
Top Things to Do in the Catskills This Fall (Near Margaretville)
A local fall list from Peek-a-Blue: foliage drives, the Balsam Lake fire tower, farm stands, Andes and Margaretville, Belleayre’s ridge, and a Finnish sauna after cold days.
Why Peek-a-Blue is a Catskills foliage base
Why a Margaretville cabin is a better Catskills foliage plan than chasing a single overlook. Finnish sauna, 18 minutes from Belleayre, sleeps 8.
7 Best Kid-Friendly Catskills Hikes Near Margaretville
Family-friendly hiking trails in Delaware County — from stroller-friendly paths to the Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower. Most trailheads within 20 minutes of Peek-a-Blue.
July 4th in the Catskills: Margaretville Fireworks and Events
Plan your Independence Day weekend in the Catskills. Fireworks, parades, and local events near Margaretville, NY.
Summer in the Catskills: The Complete Guide for NYC Families
Everything you need for a Delaware County summer trip from the NYC area. Swimming spots, farmers markets, hiking, and the best cabin to come home to.
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