LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, illp. lO-ipSDinjrijIt :i^o.---. Shelf-vAirV^ UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. i^s j^i'jce, 7^^ f^ents. o^ SEA^OK OF J883 rL.ISHED~BV Li K r V A MERICAN mmeraResort DIRECTORY. SEASON OF 1883. A COMPLETE GUIDE AND DIRECTORY OF SUMMER HOTELS AND BOARDING HOUSES. DCEAN MDUNTillN ANn FARM PUBLISHED BY H A N KI NS & CO 5 Murray St.. N. Y. Entered according to an Act of Congress, in the year 1883, by HANKINS & CO., In the OflBcc of the Librarian of Congress, at "Washington. Compiled by GEO. D. HANKINS. . * t Illustrated by Printed by Taylor & Meeker. The Spectator Co., 16 Dey St., NEW YORK. NEW YORK. . CONTENTS. Adirondack Mts 73 Albany, N. Y 61 Allendale, N. J 18 Allentown, Pa 38 Amaganset, N. Y 47 Amityville; N. Y 41 Andes, N. Y 77 Annandale, N.J 8 Arkville, N. Y 36 Asbury Park. N. J 14 Athens, N. Y 61 Atlantic City, N. J 11 Atlanticvllie, N. Y 44 Babylon, N. Y 41 Baldwins, N. Y 40 Bar Harbor, Me 71 Barnegat, N, J 11 Bayport, N. Y 42 Bavshore, N. Y 43 Bayside, N. Y 54 Beach Haven, N. J 10 Bellevue. N. J 9 Bellport, N Y 43 Bergen Point, N. J 8 Bethlehem, Pa 8 Big Indian, N. Y 36 Bloomingburgh, Pa 27 Blue Point, N. Y 42 Boiceville, N. Y 33 Branchport, N. J 13 Branford, Conn 69 Bridgehampton, N. Y 45 Bridgeport, Conn 67 Broadhead's Bridge, N. Y.. 32 Brown's Station, N. Y 33 Caldwell, N. Y 74 Callicoon. N. Y 24 Cape May, N. J 72 Caiasauqua, Pa 8 Catskill Mountains 31 Catskill, N. Y 61 Central R. R. of New Jeisey. 7 Central Valley, N. Y 24 Clifton, N. J 18 Cochecton. N. Y 24 Cold Spring, N. Y .. 59 Cold Spring Harbor, N. Y '.. 51 College Point, N. Y .. 53 Cook's Fall's, N. Y .. 29 Cornwall. N. Y .. 25 Cornwall Landing, N. Y. .. 59 Cos Cob, N. Y .. 64 Coxsackie, N. Y .. 61 Cutchogue N. Y . 49 D^iripn Cnnn . ... . . 65 Deal Beach. N. J .. 13 Delhi, N. Y .. 30 Dingman's Ferry, Pa.... .. 21 Dobb's Ferry, N. Y .. 58 East Branch. N. Y .. 29 East Hampton, N. Y .. 46 . . 68 Moriches, N. Y .. 50 East Windham, N. Y ... 35 Elberon, N.J . 13 EUenville N Y .. 28 Englewood, N. J. .. 57 .. 17* Fairfield, Conn .. 67 Fair Haven. Conn .. 68 Fallsburg, N. Y .. 28 Fanwood, N. J .. 8 Far Rockaway. N. Y... .. .. 47 Fire Island. N. Y .. 4Ji Five Mile River, Conn.... .. 65 Fishkill.N. Y .. 60 Flanders, N. Y .. 48 Florida, N. Y .. 20 Flushing. N. Y .. 53 Forked River. N. J .. 10 Fox Hollow, N. Y .. 35 Garrison's, N. Y .. 59 Gilboa, N. Y .. 37 Glenbrook, Conn .. 65 Glen Cove, N. Y .. 54 Good Ground, N. Y .. 44 Goshen, N. Y .. 20 Grand Gorge, N Y .. 37 Great Neck, N. Y .. 54 Green's Farms, Conn.... .. 66 Contents. — Continued. Greenlawn, N. Y 51 Greenport, N. Y 50 Greenwich, Conn 64 Greenwood Lake, N. Y 74 Griffin's Corners, N. Y 86 Guilford, Conn 69 Hancock, N. Y 24 Hastings, N. Y 58 Haverstraw, N. Y 59 Hawley, Pa....- 26 Hawthorn, N. J 18 Highlands, N. J 9 Highland Mills, N. Y 24 Highlands of Central N. Y. . 27 Hobart, N. Y 37 Hohokus, N. J 18 Homowack, N. Y 28 Honesdale, Pa ,.... 26 Hudson, N. Y 61 Hudson River 55 Hunter, N. Y 34 Huntington, N. Y 51 Hurley; N. Y 29 Hyde Park, N. Y 60 Irvington, N. Y 58 Island Heights, N. J 10 Islip, N. Y 42 Jamesport, N. Y 49 Keyport, N.J 12 Kenvil, N. J^ 10 Lackawaxen, Pa 23 Lake George. N. Y 74 Lake Hill, N. Y 34 Lake, Mahopac, N. Y 75 Lake Mohonk : 22 Lake View, N. J . . . 18 Lake Winnewaska 22 Lake Wood, N. J 10 Larchmont, N. Y 63 Leetes Island, Conn 69 Lexington, N. Y 35 Liberty, N. Y 29 Liberty Falls, N. Y 29 Little Silver, N. J 13 Locust Valley, N. Y 54 Long Branch, N.J 13 Long Island 40 Long Island Map, N. Y 39 Mahwah, N. J 19 Mamaroneck, N. Y 63 Manasquan, N. J 15 Marlborough, N . Y 60 Matawan, N. J 12 Mattituck, N. Y 49 Middletown. N. Y 20 Milford.Conn 67 Milford, Pa 21 Miscellaneous Resorts 71 Meredith, N. Y 30 Monroe, N. Y 19 Monticello, N. Y 22 Mountainville, N. Y 25 Mount Desert, Me 71 Mount Pleasant, N. Y 88 Mt. Vernon, N. Y 62 Narragansett Pier, R. 1 71 Narrowsburg, N. Y 28 Neversink, N. Y 28 Newburgh. N. Y 25 New Hamburgh, N. Y 60 New Have », Conn. 68 New London, Conn 70 Newport, R. 1 71 New Rochelle, N. Y 68 Newtown, N. Y 53 North Conway, N. H 78 Noroton, Conn 65 Niagara Falls, N. Y 72 Northport, N. Y 51 Nyack, N. Y 58 N. Y. & N. H. Railway 62 Ocean Beach, N.J 14 Ocean Grove, N.J 14 Oceanport, N. J 9 Olive Branch 32' Olive Bridge N. Y 38 Orient. N.Y 50 Otisville, N. Y 20 Oxford, N. Y 20 Oyster Bay, N. Y 50 Palenville, N. Y 38 Passaic, N.J 17 Passaic Bridge, N.J 17 Patchogue, N Y 43 Peconic, N. Y 49 Peekskill,N. Y 59 Pelhamville, N.Y 68 Perth Amboy, N. J 12 Phoenicia, N. Y 84 Piermont, N.Y 58 Pine Hill, N. Y 86 Plainfield, N. J 8 Plattsburg, N. Y 73 Point Pleasant, N.J 15 Ponquogue, N.Y . . 45 Portchester, N.Y 64 Port Jefferson, N. Y 58 Port Jervis, N. Y 20 Port Kent, N. Y 78 Poughkeepsie, N. Y 60 Contents. — Continued. Prattsville, N. Y 87 Quogue, N. Y 44 Ramsey's, N. Y 19 Red Bank, N. J 12 Rhinebeck. N. Y 60 Ridgewood, N. T : 18 Riverhead, N. Y 48 Riverside, Conn 64 Rockville Centre, N. Y 40 Rondout, N. Y 60 Rosvln, N. Y 54 Roxbury, N. Y 37 Rutherford Park, N J 17 Rye, N. Y 63 Sag Harbor. N. Y 46 Saint James. N. Y 53 Salisbury. N. Y 25 Saratoga Springs, N. Y 72 Saugerties, N. Y 61 Saybrook, Conn 69 Sayville, N. Y: . 42 Schooley's Mountain, N. J. . 74 Seabright, N. J..... 9 Sea Girt, N. J 15 Seatauket, N. Y 52 Shandaken, N. Y 35 Sharon Springs. N. Y 72 Shelter Island, N. Y 50 Shohola, Pa 23 Shokan, N. Y 33 Sing Sing, N. Y 58 Smithtown, N. Y 51 Sloatsburgh, N. Y 19 Sound Beach, Conn 64 Southampton, N. Y 45 South Gilboa, N. Y 37 South Norwalk, Conn 66 Southold, N. Y 49 South Oyster Bay, N. Y 41 Southport, Conn 66 Speonk, N. Y 43 Spring Lake, N. J 14 Spuyten Duyvil, N. Y 57 Stamford, N. Y 37 Stamford, Conn 65 Steamers, Hudson River .... 56 Stony Brook, N.Y 52 Stony Creek, Conn 69 Stratford, Conn 67 Suflfern, N. Y 19 Summit, N. Y 36 Tannersville, N. Y 34 Tarrytown, N. Y 58 The Corner, N. Y 33 Tom's River, N J 10 Troy, N. Y 61 Turners, N, Y. 19 Walton, N. Y 30 Washingtonville, N Y 25 Watermill, N. Y 45 Wavvarsing, N. Y 28 West Hampton, N.Y 44 West Hurley, N. Y 32 West Haven, Conn 68 West Point, N. Y 59 WestkiU, N. Y 35 Westport, Conn 66 Westport, N. Y 73 West Shokan, N. Y 33 Windham, N. Y 34 White Lake, N. Y 22 White Mountains 73 Whitestone N.Y 53 Woodbury, N.Y 25 Woodmcnt, Conn 68 Woodsburgh, N.Y 47 Woodstock, N Y 32 Wurtsboro. N. Y 28 Yonkers, N. Y 57 PREFACE. It has been our endeavor in preparing the American Summer Eesort Directory to meet the requirements of all classes who may have occasion to consult its pages. And, if it does to any- considerable extent fulfil this object, its mission will have been ac- complished. Those who are limited as to time may find Sea Shore and Mountain Resorts brought within their reach, while those who have ample time and means will have the widest scope to select from. The places are confined to no particular section, but com- bine attractions from all parts of the countiy. The routes are arranged on several of the leading lines according to distance from New York City, to afford the most simple method for the conven- iences of those consulting them. To enable us to produce this work at a popular price, we have carefully excluded all superfluous and unimportant matter, and adopted a rigid condensation of style, though no effort has been spared to make it as reliable as possible ; but in handling so many places some errors are liable to occur, and we would feel grateful to our readers f6r any corrections they may suggest. N CENTRAL RAILROAD OF NEW JERSEY jK DIVISIONS and BRANCH ES. ^ •K> 3iIonticcLllo o'^/^ ybJIiU '"04 .^'^ro<3^a^■^°'^°"^ '/'3rancli"V ^^^^«^^ <^'°'*^i,^'WarwiJ-|i' Haz" f.'»° .'$') fc«n,iy>^'<',:^'\y;\E HAVEN -S-tf ^ ^>'^ C-^^ %'^^'t^ wiND(^P y^^-rp" A'^^':^' P,! Tompt,o^^cr ;^b° \?^ei;. i"^?i • ^ .^<>A ^ .vA^ ^ «Sfe^'^ 'Urt^f'// -S V>^ :^^^^^ ^•c-^ '|I>re"hersV. JPort CUntri, '':f^u?.c%r«: '^ioorc TarrneyvJUo2^''^'^ON j^l rnHOLr^>- "WoodboumpJ^^Cy R £NX<^M "Farmingaaie lansliornc^jKr '':^\ / ^ lIendrickson=/ ^^Trevosei »^oraentojviiL,.ikewoodj % iurl'ftistoa ,""berto,) Coatesv ^f Chadds j^g "^^4 Avonaalo/ ighlana, ^eabrigli llONG/f) IRANCH, Elberon J.BCEAN'eR. |(fi5j:;r(nT3eacT 5.Q'l)AN( t-iJanti jwedeboro^ 'Penns Grove, ''% WpZ:^ Harrington , '^C^rdova O I AMEKICAN CANK OTE CO.. NEV, Central R, R, of New Jersey AND BRANCHES. HE region traversed by this road has indeed been most aptly described as the " Central Garden Spot " of New Jersey. Some of the richest farm- ing land in the Union ' pours its treasures into the metropolitan market by this line. Vales <^i. and uplands, meadows and orchards, cozey hamlets and prosperous towns, and all the J^" infinite variety of smiHng landscapes confront the traveler everywhere along this perfect sys- tem. Its numerous branches afford direct access to the whole group of New Jersey coast resorts, from Sandy Hook to Atlantic City, to the mountain and lake regions of the same State and Pennsyl- vania to the Delaware Water Gap — its famous " Switzerland of America," and along its line the beauties of nature and the utilities of man vie with each other for the overmastering interest. The route beyond Easton affords an extent and variety of scenery found on few roads on this Conti- nent. Mountain ranges of characteristic grandeur, cleft here and there by abrupt fissures to their very base, through which stately rivers lead their pomp of waters to the sea. For Boarding Places, see Back Part or Book. Central R. R. of New Jersey and Branches. Central Division. BERGEN POINT, Hudson Co., N. J. Eight miles from New York. Time, 21 minutes. Situated at the intersection of Newark Bay, and the Kill von Kull. It has long enjoyed a first-class reputation as a summer resort. Newark Bay is crossed at this point by a bridge nearly two miles in length. FANWOOD, Somerset Co., N. J. Twenty-two miles from New York. Time, 51 minutes. A charm- ing ham.let almost at the base of the Orange Mountains. PLAINFIELD, Union Co., N. J. Twenty-four miles from New York. Time, 55 minutes. A delightful city on a level plain, laid out with broad streets, and lined with shade trees. The drives in the vicinity are beautiful and attractive. A little to the northward rises the celebrated " Wash- ington Rock," with an elevation of 511 feet above the sea and com- mands a view of most interesting and varied scenery. ANNANDALE, Hunterdon Co., N. J. Fifty-one and a half miles from New York. Time, i hour and 45 minutes. A pleasant and attractive village, celebrated for its milk and dairy farms. Annandale is a station in demand by trav- elers to and from Clinton, less than 2 miles distant, and con- nected by stages. BETHLEHEM, Northampton Co., Pa. Eighty-six miles from New York via The Lehigh and Susque- hanna Division. There is much picturesque scenery at this point. Above and around the island the Lehigh rushes along, and with the open glades, and green lawns shaded by towering trees, com- bine lo make it a chosen spot for summer boarders. ALLENTOWN, Lehigh Co., Pa. Ninety-one miles from New York via Lehigh & Susquehanna Division. The scenery and natural curiosities at and near Allentown are well worth seeing. Among the objects of in- terest are "Mammoth Rock," elevation, 1200 feet, " Worman's Springs," and " Helfrich's Cave." CATASAUaUA, Lehigh Co., Pa. Ninety-four miles from New York via Lehigh & Susquehanna Division. Pleasantly situated on the banks of the Lehigh Canal and River. For Boarding; Places, see Bark Part of Book. New Jersey Southern Railway New Jersey Southern Branch. By this route a regular and fast line of stean:iers will leave Pier 14, North River, foot of Liberty street, daily, passing through New York Bay, the Narrows, the Government Islands and Forts, and Staten Island to Sandy Hook, where trains are taken which closely follow the beach on a narrow neck of land. Shrewsbury River, on the right, and the Atlantic Ocean, on the left, to the Highlands of the Navesink, the summit of which commands a view of many miles of land and water. Highland village lies at the bottom of the heights, with the Navesink River flowing at its doors. From Highlands to Long Branch the entire coast is built up with handsome cottages and seems like a continuous town. HIGHLANDS, Monmouth Co., N. J. Twenty-four and one-fifth miles from New York ; time, i hour and 20 minutes. This is the highest point on the Atlantic Coast. The scenery is grand and beautiful, and "jlp the boating, bathing and fishing cannot be surpassed. BELLE VUE, Monmouth Co., N. J. Twenty-five and one-fifth miles from New York; time, i hour and - 30 minutes. This delightful resort is located niidvvay beUve^n the Highland, s and Seabright and and affords both surf and s-iUwater bathing. - SEABRIGHT, Monmouth Co., N. J. Twenty-six and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, i hour and 31 minutes. It is a pleasantly located seaside town on a nar- row strip of beach, between the Shrewsbury River and the Ocean, and the bridge across the river at this point gives the residents a most delightful drive among the woods and parks of Rumsom's Neck. OCEANPORT, Monmouth Co., N. J. Thirty-four miles from New York and situated directly on the Shrewsbury River, and within a short distance of Monmouth Park Race Course. For Boarding Place:^, see Bark Part of Book. Southern Railway of New Jersey. t^ ^_:2^--^c:_.l: --^"^MS^ LAKEWOOD, Ocean Co., N. J. Thirty-six miles from New York. Time, 2 hours. It is pleas- antly situated on a beautiful lake, and abounds with fine scenery and gocd drives. TOMS RIVER, Ocean Co., N. J. Sixty-eight and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, 2 hours and 30 minutes. This delightful town is the capital of Ocean County, and is a rare gem in the landscape in which it is set. The bay and river affords excellent boating, bathing and fishing. Tom's River is considered perfectly healthy. ISLAND HEIGHTS, Ocean Co., N. J. //;c- . • Two miles from Tom's River Station and fronting directly on Tom's River and Barnegat Bay. This resort is rapidly de- veloping, and is a ^ favorite Methodist Cam. p Meeting ^ Ground. KENVIL, Morris Co., N. J. Reached viaiht High Bridge Branch of the C. R. R. of N. J,, and is one of the most delightful spots in the State, being sur- rounded by lakes and mountains. BEACH HAVEN, Ocean Co., N. J. A seaside resort, located on an island five miles from the vil- lage ot Tuckerton, and between the ocean and Tuckerton Bay, across which it is reacned by a small steamboat. The best of surl bathing, yachting and fishing is offered. FORKED RIVER, Ocean Co., N. J. Seventy-six miles from New York. This spot possesses peculiar charms for the lover of fishing and aquatic sports. The weak fish grounds of Barnegat Bay are in close proximity. The prices of boats, bait, etc., are moderate and the boatmen are among the most experienced on the coast. For Boarding I'iat-es, see Back Pari of Book. I^ONG Branch Railway. ii BARNEGAT, Ocean Co., N. J. Eighty-three miles from New York. Being delightfuUy located near Barnegat Bay, its attractions are of the highest order to Summer \nsitors. The surf and Stillwater bathing cannot be surpassed, and it is a perfect paradise for sportsmen who find there the amplest facilities for testing their skill at capturing the game- fish, or wild fowl. ATLANTIC CITY, Atlantic Co., N. J. One hundred and twenty-six miles from New York. This is one of the most celebrated Summer Resorts on the New Jerj:ey Coast. The houses are mostly built on an island, just off from the mainland, called Abseco n Beach. The Island is ten miles long. The bathing beach is one of the best on the coast, being hard and com- pact. Atlantic City enjoys a high reputation as a heilth resort, being visited all the year round by invalids from all parts of the country. Sufferers from some affections find the climate in winter more healthful than that of Florida, The hotel and private boarding accommodations are of the best. Hew York and Long Branch Division. This branch of the Central Railroad of New Jersey has done more for the development of the rich and inviting shore counties of the State than all other roads combined. It brings the metropohs and the popular resorts and population of the coast into the closest and most intimate relationship. Ulti- mately, no doubt, the faciUties which this line of communica- tion affords will result in the estabHshment of a continuous line of towns with a permanent population from Sandy Hook to Barnegat. By this route is reached Long Branch, Ocean Grove, Sea Girt, Point Pleasant and intermediate stations, and to stations on the New Jersey Southern Railroad. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Long Branch Railway. PERTH AMBOY, Middlesex Co., N. J. Twenty-two miles from New York. Time, 50 minutes. It is situated on Raritan Bay, at the mouth of the Raritan River and .,_ ^-^, at the south end of Staten Island Sound, or Kill-von- Kull. Good boating, bath- ing and fishing can be had, and its convenience to New York adds much to its at- tractions. MATAWAN. Mon- mouth Co., N. J. Twenty-nine miles from New York. At this place the Summer visitor will find the neighborhood abounding in delightful and interesting walks and drives. It is from this point that Keyport is reached via the Freehold and New York Railroad. KEYPORT, Monmouth Co., N. J. Two miles from Matawan Station on the Long Branch Divis- ion. Or may be reached direct by the steamer Mz'mize Cornell from New York. Keyport affords a splendid view of the Narrows, Staten Island, Sandy Hook and the Ocean. The elevation is high, and the drives are good. Boating, bathing and fishing are among the attractions. RED BANK, Monmouth, Co., N. J. Thirty-nine miles from New York. Time, i hour and 20 minutes. Red Bank is pleasantly situated on the Navesink River, and is the most flourishing town in Monmouth Co. It is surrounded by beau- tiful drives, and affords good boating, bathing and fishing. It pos- sesses good hotels, comfortable boarding houses and good society. Oysters and fish are abundant here. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Long Branch Railway. 13 LITTLE SILVER, Monmouth Co., N. J. Forty-one miles from New York. Time, i hour and 30 minutes. Pleasantly located for summer boarders, with every attraction, in- cluding fishing, boating and crabbmg. BRANCHPORT, Monmouth Co., N. J. Forty-three and one-eighth miles from New York. Time, i hour and 33 min. This is the nearest station to Long Branch, and is directly opposite to Pontaupeck, an old Indian camping ground. It is also at the head of Pleasure Bay, \yhich af- fords many p'eas- ures to Summer visitors, and is conveniently located to the ocean. LONG BRANCH, Monmouth Co., N. J. Forty-five miles from New York. Time, i hour and 20 minutes, and located " right on the ocean." This is one of the most popu- lar of American Summer Resorts. The drives in the vicinity are of a most excellent character, and the bathing cannot be surpassed any wheie along the coast. Magnificent hotels line the beach for over a mile, intercepted by fine residences, the connecting grounds forming a continuous lawn. Long Branch can also be reached by boats direct from New York— landing at the Iron Pier, which stretches far out in the ocean, and is in itself a complete Summer Resort. ELBERON, Monmouth Co., N. J. Forty-seven and one-third miles from New York. Time, i hour and 27 minutes. Elberon is pleasantly located on the ocean, and within easy walking distance of Long Branch. DEAL BEACH, Monmouth Co., N. J. Forty-eight and one-seventh miles from New York. Time, i hour and 31 minutes. Situated directly on the ocean. For Boarding Places, see Back Part or Book. 14 Long Branch Railway. ASBURY PARK, Monmouth Co., N. J. Fifty and one-seventh miles from New York. Time, i hour and 38 minutes. Asbury Park fronts directly on the ocean for a "■7 distance of one mile. The ^ beach at this point is very fine, and safe for bathing", and abundant facilities are offered therefore. The hotel and priva'e boarding accommoda- '^ tions are of l he very best. A #ir cheap and well regulated hack systeni has been established, and pleasant drives may be en- ik\^' joyed for a very small ex- pense. Directly south of Asbury Park is Ocean Grove, from which it is separated by Wesley Lake, a beautiful body of fresh water, nearly three- quarters of a mile in length. OCEAN GROVE, Monmouth Co., N. J. Situated directly south of Asbury Park. Ocean Grove is cele- brated the world over as a popular resort for the Methodists and the seat of their great Camp Meetings. It possesses every attrac- tion to be met with at the seaside, combined with those of fresh water lakes. OCEAN BEACH. Monmouth Co.. N. J. Fifiy-lhree and a quarter miles from New York. Time, i hour and 45 minutes. Ocean Beach is situated on the south shore of Shark River and fronts directly on the Atlantic Ocean. It is a growing and popular Summer Resort and affords good bathing and tishing facilities. SPRING LAKE, Monmouth Co., N. J. Fifty-four and a quarter miles from NewYoik. Time, i hour and 50 minutes. Delightfully loacated on the ocean, the bathing in which cannot be surpassed. A small and picturesque sheet of fresh water are among the attractions. Here one may bathe in the ocem, sail, row, or fish upon the lake, ride over graded drives and broad avenues, or ramble in shady groves of pine. For Boardiug Places, see Back Part of Book. Long Branch Railway. 15 SEA GIRT, Monmouth Co., N. J. Fifty-six and one-eighth miles from New York. Time, i hour and 55 minutes. This is a new seaside resort and is handsomely and tastefully laid out. It fronts upon the ocean and boasts of a fine bathing beach. MANASaUAN, Monmouth Co., N. J. Fifty-seven and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, i hour and 57 minutes. It is situated on Squan River and is one mile and a-half from the ocean. It possesses many attractions as a Summer Resort. POINT PLEASANT, Ocean Co., N. J. Fifty-nine and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, 2 hours and 5 minutes. It is located on the shores of the Manasquan' River, and the facili- ties for boating, bath- ing and fishing cannot be surpassed. As a port it is a favorite re- sort for yachtsmen in their cruises up and down the coast. -^"-^-^"V- Erie Railway and Branches. 17 Along the Erie Railway. Comparatively few of the people of New York City, an- nually seeking Summer rest, or recreation, have any proper idea of the charming views at nearly every point along the entire line of this great quadruple track of iron, from the Atlantic Ocean to Lake Erie. There is a grandeur of scenery through- out all this broad region of craggy rocks and lofty hills, with shady glens and beautiful streams in valleys of green — surpassed only by the sublime efforts of nature manifested in the Rocky Moun- tains. Here the atmosphere is always pure — the water untainted, and insective pests unknown. Indeed, the entire Hue of the Erie Railway is a grand field of charming study, and a greater part of the entire section is famous for its hunting and fishing. The lover of trout, bass fishing, and pickerel fishing, will find ample field for the grati- fication of his passion among the creeks, lakes and rivers, while the latter season opens unrivaled haunts for the hunter, with his fowling piece or rifle, his setter or deer hound. RUTHERFURD, Passaic Co., N. J. Nine miles from New York. A beautiful village of surburban homes, in close proximity to the Passaic River, which affords fine fishing and boating. The walks and drives through shady groves are unexcelled. PASSAIC BRIDGE, Passaic Co., N. J. Eleven miles from New York. A pleasant and attractive spot for Summer boarders. Passaic Bridge is really part and parcel of Passaic. PASSAIC, Passaic Co., N. J. Twelve miles from New York. Beautifully situated on a high elevation in the heart of Passaic Valley. This delightful city is a place of residence of many well-known New York business men. For Boarding Places, see Back Part or Book. i8 Erie Railway and Branches. The drives in the vicinity are excellent, and good boating and fish- ing may be enjoyed in the Passaic River. This place is really the P. O. address for Passaic Bridge. CLIFTON, Passaic Co., N. J. Thirteen and one-half miles from New Yojk. This popular and charming place is located within easy walking distance of Dundee Lake, where good boating and fishing can always be had. The drives in the vicinity are excellent. LAKE VIEW, Passaic Co., N. J. Fifteen miles from New York. A quiet and attractive village overlooking the Passaic Valley at Dundee Lake, which is only a few minutes walk from the station. Fine boating and fishing may be enjoyed. This point affords many attractions for Summer visitors. HAWTHORNE, Passaic Co., N. J. Nineteen miles from New York. c^ e,^' Situated on a high elevation in the -^ /.^ midst of a good farming district. Fishing and boating may be enjoyed ^/^y,^^ in the river. The drives are excel- lent. Passaic Falls is one mile dis- tant. RIDGEWOOD, Bergen Co., N. J. Twenty-two miles from New York. Beautifully situated in the heart of Paramus Valley. It is a quiet farm- ing region and affords many pleasant walks and drives. HOHOKUS, Bergen Co., N. J. Twenty-four miles from New York. A picturesque and inter- esting spot in the Paramus Valley. The drives in this vicinity are good, and the climate pure and invigorating. ALLENDALE, Bergen Co., N. J. Twenty-six miles from New York. A pleasant and delightful hamlet, situated amid farms and overhanging trees. Among its attractions may be mentioned good drives and pure air. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Erie Railway and Branches. 19 RAMSEY'S, Bergen Co., N. J. Twenty-eight miles from New York. Situated at the outlet of the Ramapo Valley. Trout streams in the mountains are easy of access. The climate is pure and healthful and good drives may be found in every direction. MAHWAH, Bergen Co., N. J. Twenty-nine miles from New York. It is at this point that the celebrated Ramapo Valley begins. The village is nestled among rugged hills that rise in perpendicular ranks on every side. SUFFERN, Rockland Co., N. Y. Thirty-two miles trom New York. This delightful spot is situated at the base of the Southern Highlands of the Hudson in the rocky pass of the Ramapo. The surroundings are beautiful and the climate is recommended by physicians as a resort for sufferers with bronchial and pulmonary affections. SLOATSBURG, Rocklrnd Co., N. Y. Thirty-six miles from New York. Located in a famous sporting region, amid numerous lakes and streams where good bass and pickerel fishing may be enjoyed. The elevation is high and healthy. The drives through the sur- roundmg country are good. TURNER'S Orange Co., N. Y. Forty-eight miles from New York. This famous place is the last resort in the Ramapo Valley. It is surrounded by mountains, aud in the vicinity of numerous lakes where good fishing may be enjoyed. And in the season, quantities of partridges, quails and woodcocks may be found. MONROE, Orange Co., N. Y. Fifty miles from New York. Situated among the dairy farms of Southern Orange. It stands on the highest elevation East of the Shawangunk Mountains. Lakes and streams are in the immedi- ate vicinity, and splendid drives are among the attractions. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. 20 Erie Railway and Branches. OXFORD, Orange Co., N. Y. Fifty- two miles from New York. Situated amid fine scenery, lakes and streams, and with the pure air and water this place has been made a popular retreat. The drives and walks are good. GOSHEN, Orange Co., N. Y. Fifty-nine miles from» New York. The stock farms in and around this section are celebrated alP over the world, as also is its butter and milk. It is withall an interesting lo- cality for Summer so- journerF. Black bass fishing may be enjoyed in the Wallkill Miver and Pcchunk Creek. FLORIDA, Orange Co., N. Y. Five miles from Goshen on the Pine Island Branch. Situate(J among meadows, hills and lakes. Glenmere Lake, one of the handsomest lakes in the btate, is one mile from Florida. The country affords good fishing and hunting. MIDDLETOWN, Orange Co., N. Y. Sixty-seven miles from New York. Located amid beautiful scenery, surrounding hills, woods, lakes and valleys. The drives are the best in the country. Good p'ckerel and bass fishing may be had in the Wallkill River, and woodcock and quail shooting in» the adjoining country. OTISVILLE, Orange Co., N. Y. Seventy-six from New York. A quiet farming neighorhood in the midst of dairies 1,200 feet above tidewater, and on the Shawan- gunk Range. It has a magnificent outlook in all directions. Good woodcock shooting in season. PORT JERVIS, Orange Co., N. Y. Eighty-seven miles from New York. This is the terminus of the Eastern and Delaware Division of the Erie, and the Station for Milford, Dingman's Ferry and all the lower Delaware Valley Resorts. It is beautifully situated on the Delaware and Neversink, For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Erie Railway and Branches. 21 Rivers in the midst of grand and beautiful scenery. The famous bass and pickerel lakes and hunting grounds of Pike County, Pa., are reached from this point. The drives are unsurpassed. In the Lower Delaware Valley. MILFORD, Pike Co., N. Y. A splendid drive of seven miles from Port Jervis, and situated on a high bluff overlooking the Delaware River, and surrounded by mountains. It is the centre of a celebrated trout, bass and pickerel fishing, and deer, bear, partridge and woodcock region. ^^^ . ^'' - ' -. ■^// 1/ ' ^ ■ M' There are no less than a hundied waterfalls in the vicinity from 20 to 100 feet in height, and set in the midst of the wildest sur- roundings. The health giving qualities of the climate at this point are unexceled. DINGMAN'S FERRY, Pike Co., N. Y. Fifteen miles, by stage, from Port Jervis through a region of wondrous beauty. This resort is in a part of the Delaware Val- ley, the character of whose surroundings have given it the name of the " Switzerland of America." It is a region of cataracts, moun- tains, glens, gorges and wonderful lakes. The mountain drives are equal to any in the country. The streams and lakes afford the best of trout, bass and pickerel fishing. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Rook. 22 Erie Railway and Branches. Among the Sullivan and Ulster Mountains. MONTICELLO, Sullivan Co., N. Y. One hundred and twelve miles from New York, and the most romantic scenery in the State. Sur- rounded by lakes, trout streams and game preserves. Every variety of game can be found, deer, bear, foxes, partridges, quail, woodcock, English snipe, duck and wild pigeons in season. The drives in this vicinity are unsurpassed for beauty and grandeur of scenery, and malaria or fever are entirely unknown. WHITE LAKE, Sullivan Co., N. Y. Nine miles from Monticello by stage, which connect with every tram. Th's is the largest of the many lakes in Sullivan County, and stands 1,500 feet above tidewater, surrounded by the finest of mountain scenery. This has, for many years, been a famous Resort for sportsmen and their families. The lake derives its name from the whiteness of the sand on the shores and bottom, and the beautiful transparency of its waters. The boating, fishing, hunting and driving is unsur- passed. LAKES MOHONK AND WINNEWASKA. Situated amid the high and rugged peaks of the Shawangunk Mountains, in Ulster County, N. Y., where only a few years since the foot of man had seldom trod. They are reached via Erie Railway to Goshen, thence via Montgomery Branch and Wallkill Valley Branch to New Paltz, thence by stage or caarriage. From this locality commanding views may be had of a greater part of the Eastern and Middle States. The drives are of a most enjoya- ble character. The bass and pickerel fishing is good. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Erie Railway and Branches. 23 Among the Dela^wrare Highlands. SHOLOLA, Pike Co., N. Y. One hundred and seven miles from New York, on the banks of the Dela- ware 1,000 feet above the sea. The finest of hunting and fishing may be enjoyed, amid the grandest of moun- tain scenery. The Falls of Shohola are among the at- tractions, and its trout streams and lakes, and drives afford all the pleasures the heart could wish for. LACKAWAXEN, Pike Co., N. Y. One hundred and eleven miles from New York. Beautifully situated on the Delaware and Lakawaxen Rivers, in Northern Pennsylvania, amid the wildest hunting and fishing region of Pike County. It is surrounded by mountains, forests, lakes and streams. Nomosquitos or malaria can be found in this region. NARROWSBURG, Sullivan Co., N. Y. One hundred and twenty-three miles from New York. Situated in a. romantic locality on the banks of the Delaware river. Numer- ous trout streams are in the vicinity, and deer hunting may be en- joyed in the surrounding ridges. For Boarding Piaoes, see Back Part of Book. 24 Erie Railway and Branches. 4 COSHECTON, Sullivan Co., N. Y. One hundred and twenty-nine nniles irom New York. A quiet ^■7}^ 'JfV' '/iv.<^S village on the banks of the Delaware River, in the midst of a region of lakes and streams. Good drives and a healthy climate are among the attrac- tions. CALLICOON, Sullivan Co., N Y. One hundred and ihir:y-six n^.iles from New York. Located amid wild and rugged scenery in the midst of one of the most famous trout regions in the Delaware Valley. Numerous lakes are in the vicinity, and, with the streams, afford good bass, pickerel and perch fishing. HANCOCK, Delaware Co., N. Y. One hundred and sixty-four miles from New York, with an ele- vation of over looo feet and at the junction of the two branches of the Delaware River. It is surrounded by mountains, lakes and streams. And sportsmen may tind deer, bear and partridge in the adjoining country, and black bass in the Delaware River. In the Hudson Highlands. CENTRAL VALLEY, Orange Co., N. Y. Forty-nine miles from New York. Delightfully located ^amid mountains, lakes and strq^ms. The climate is perfectly healthy, and the drives unsurpassed. Good fishing, boating and hunting may be enjoyed. HIGHLAND MILLS, Orange Co., N. Y. Fifty miles from New York. Situated on the shores of a lake i,2oo feet above tide water. Good drives and healthy climate are among the enjoyable features of this locality. For Boardins Places, see Back Part of Book. Erie Railway and Branches. 25 WOODBURY, Orange Co., N. Y. Fifty-one miles fro:Ti New York, in a quiet farming neighborhood, amid mountam scenery, and contiguous to all the attractions of the region. MOUNTAINVILLE, Orange Co., N. Y. Fifty-five miles fr^m New York, in a wild, deep gorge of the mountains, 1,500 feet above the plain. The views from this spot are grand. CORNWALL, Orange Co., N. Y. Fifty-six miles from New York. The fame of this Resort is world-wide, no less than 5,000 people annually Summer in this district. The town is built on a high elevation oveilooking the river; hotels are built on the very crest of the hills ; others overlook some yawning gorge or are almost hidden behind forest trees. The drives are unsurpassed, and the views of mountains, glens, streams, lakes and valleys, render it one of the most popular Resorts in the country. Cornwall can also be reached by the steamer Mary Powell. NEWBTJRGH, Orange Co., N. Y. Sixty-three miles from New York. Situated on Newburgh Bay. Among the features of this place are good drives and attractive views. On the Kewburgh Brancli. WASHINGTONVILLE, Orange Co., N. Y. . Sixty-one miles from New York. Situated in a farming region, amid the celebrated dairies of Orange County. Good drives are among the attractions. SALISBURY, Orange Co., N. Y. Sixty-three and one-half miles from New York, in a pleasant and delightful farming region, affording unsurpassed views and good drives. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. 26 Erie Railway and Branches. The jLackawaxen Yalley. ROWLANDS, Pike Co., Pa. One hundred and fifteen miles from 'New York. Located on the Lickawaxen River, in a fine hunting region and amid lakes and numerous trout streams. MILLVILLE, Pike Co., Pa. One hundred and nineteen miles from New York. A romantic spot in the mountains on the banks ot the Lackavvaxen River and Blooming Grove Creek. The trout streams ard lakes in the vicinity afford good fishing, and the surroundmg country presents many attractions to the hunter. HAWLEY, Wayne Co., Pa. One hundred and twenty-five miles from New York, in the Pike County game and fish region, and amid the grandest of mountam scenery. Good drives and fishing can always be en- joyed in this attractive section. HONESDALE, Wayne Co., Pa. One hundred and thirty-five miles from New York. This is said to be one of the handsomest villag<"s m the State of Pennsylvania. The Lackawaxen and Dyberry R'vers run through the place. Highlands of Central New York. 27 Highlands of Central New York. ON THE LINE OF THE NEW YORK, ONTARIO AND WESTERN RAILROAD. Reached via the New York, Lake Erie and Western Rail- Tvay, or the New Jersey Midland Railway. Direct connections made at Middletown. Through trains run direct from New York without change of cars at Middle- __ -^F- town. This region is unsurpassed in beauty and variety of landscape, with its mountain summits rising above 3,000 feet, and its narrow, but exquisitely lovely valleys, its numberless streams and waterfalls, its gem-like lakes, its rugged and gloomy hillsides, with their wealth of pines and hemlocks, its abund- ant game to attract the sportsmen, and its quiet nooks. so grateful in the rest they offer to the weary brain, are now being appreciated by Summer Tourists. The high elevation of this road, rising with the hills to nearly 2,000 feet above the sea, is a characteristic which especially com- mends it to Summer Tourists, for the bracing and health-im- parting breezes which, even in the hottest days of Summer, sweep over the hills, BLOOMINGBURGH, SuUivan Co., N. Y. Seventy-seven and a half miles from New York, with an elevation of 757 feet. It has a magnificent landscape of mountain, forest, lake and stream. The hunting and fishing are excellent. Several good lakes and trout streams are in the vicinity. Near Bloommg- burgh the railroad enters a tunnel 3,800 feet in length, which penetrates the Shawanqunk Mountains. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. 28 Highlands of Central New York. WURTSBORO, Sullivan Co., N. Y. Seventy-nine miles from New York and 12 miles from Middle- town. A neat and attractive village abounding with brooks and streams and beautiful lakes well stocked with trout, pickerel and black bass. The elevation is 720 feet, and command, beautiful views of the surrounding valley. HOMOWACK, Ulster Co., N. Y. Eighty-six miles New York and 19 miles from Middletown. This delightful village is located on the Delaware and Hudson Canal. The elevation is 4CX) feet, and is at the junction of two pleasant valleys. ELLENVILLE, Ulster Co., N. Y. This is one of the most beautiful towns in the State and sur- rounded with many attractive points for sightseers. Among which may be mentioned the Hook Falls, the Minnewaski Falls and Ice Cave where the ice has been preserved for years. The elevation is 34c feet above the sea, and has many interesting drives. WAWARSING, Ulster Co., N. Y. Seven miles from EUenville Station on the Ontario and Western Railway. Elevation, high. Good trout fishing and hunting in the vicinity, and perfectly healthy. FALLSBURGH, Sullivan Co., N. Y. Emerging from a tunnel of 620 feet through the mountains this beautiful vil- lage greets the eye. The elevation is 1,234 feet above the sea. It is here that the scenery of the beautiful Valley of the Neversink reaches its greatest grandeur. Pleasant lake, a beautiful sheet of water is conveniently reached from this point. The drives are unsurpassed. NEVERSINK, Sullivan Co., N. Y. Ten miles from Fallsburgh Station amid wild and rugged scenery, Good fishing and hunting in the vicinity. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Highlands of Central New York. 29 HURLEY, Ulster Co., N. Y. Located one hundred miles from New York, and has an eleva- tion of 1,320 feet. The fishing and hunting- facilities at this point are unsurpassed anywhere in the State, and good drives and at- tractive scenery are to be met with at every turn. LIBERTY FALLS, Sullivan Co. Located one hundred and six miles from New York, and 1,442 feet above the sea. At this point the railroad crosses the valley of the East branch of the Mougaup River, on a trestle 100 feet high and 1,100 feet long. The scenery is wildly magnificent and affords mkny sports for the huntsman and fisherman. Eight miles south of Liberty Falls is the beautiful little village of White Lake. LIBERTY, Sullivan Co., N. Y. Located one hundred and eight miles and 1,578 feet above the sea, yet in a valley surrounded by the towering summits of the Blue Mountains, which rise a thousand feet above the village '■^=;:^!^'y^ss^'' The scenery is remarkable for its beauty and the country around is the paradise of the amateur fisherman and sportsman. Several fine lakes and streams are in the vicinity, and the drives are exeellent. COOK'S FALLS, Delaware Co., N. Y. One hundred and thirty miles from New York. Elevation 1,184 feet. The Post Oflice address for this point is Butternut Grove. This is a most delightful Resort for sportsmen. EAST BRANCH, Delaware Co., N. Y. A well-known lumber station convenient to Beaverkill, and the East Branch of the Delaware River. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. 3^ Highlands of Central New York. WALTON, Delaware Co., N. Y. One hundred and sixty-eight miles from New York, and 1,220 feet above the sea. The lofty range which forms the water shed between the Delaware and Susquehanna Rivers rise on the north- west of the village, and at the north and northeast the western spurs of the Catskills reach an altitude of 300 feet. Beautiful scenery is on ever} hand and good fishing and hunting are among the many attractions. DELHI, Delaware Co., N. Y. Located one hundred and eighty-five miles from New York, and 1,453 ^^^^ above the sea. The west branch of the Delaware passes to the west of the village. Surrounded on all sides by spurs of the Catskill Mountains, which loose themselves in most romantic val- leys. One may drive in any direction and have at every step a shifting panorama of the wildest scenery. MEREDITH, Delaware Co., N. Y. . Located six and one-half miles north from Delhi, at an eleva- tion of 2,143 feet, amid wild and rugged surroundings. Catskill Mountains. 31 Catskill Mountains. And How Reached. \ \ ; / / / The world wide reputation of the Cat- skill Mountains are too well known to require detail mention here. The lovers of nature may find among their numerous peaks, scenery of the grandest character. They V'ave been celebrated in song and story. Irving's character of " Rip Van Winkle," has made the mountain region where he lived and slept, familiar to the English speaking world. The group of summits known under this name and of which we will treat, He within the Counties of Green, Ulster and Delaware. The mountains may be approached and entered from Catskill Landing, a point on the Hudson, reached %^ia steamers from New York, or Hudson River Railway to Catskill Station, and thence across the river by ferry. Omnibuses run from the Landing to the village, which is a half mile inland, / -^^^No _ and a regular line of stages run to the / ij t^/'^V^-i^ Mountain House (distance, twelve miles). ' " "^ The hotels and some of the larger boarding- houses have stages or carriages which run daily to and from them, and the landing and village. A railroad known as the Catskill Mountain Railroad now runs from Catskill Village to Palenville at the foot of the moun- tains. Passengers for the Mountain, Kaater- skill and Laurel Houses take this railroad at the Landing. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. 32 Catskill Mountains. The mountains may also be entered from Rondout — the first landing on the river for divergence among these moun- tains. Here is the terminus of the Ulster and Delaware Railway, which follows up the valley and penetrates the southern and western portion of the mountains. There are some marvelously grand and beautiful views along this line. In the first nine miles traversed by this road the track rises 530 feet above the river, which brings the traveler to WEST HURLEY, Ulster Co., N. Y. This is the point of departure for the Overlook Mountain. The scenery is magnificent from around this section. WOODSTOCK, Ulster Co., N. Y. Five miles from West Hurley Station. Straight up in the moun- tains, magnificent view of the surrounding country can be had. In every direction that the eye may turn an endless variety of moun- f^^0 tain views greet the sight, and may be extended to seven different States. This is one of the fiighest peaks in the range — elevation 3000 feet. The next station on the road is — OLIVE BRANCH, Ulster Co., N. Y. Which is 12 miles from Readout, and has an elevation of 511 feet. This has become a popular resort. Fishing and hunting may be enjoyed. BRODHEAD'S BRIDGE, Ulster Co., N. Y. Seventeen miles from Rondout and close by the well-known " Bishop Falls.'' The elevation at this point is 500 feet above the river. Many interesting and attractive views may be had from this point. For Boarding Plares, see Back Part of Book. Catskill Mountains. 33 OLIVE BRIDGE, Ulster Co., N. Y. Two miles from Brodhead's Bridge Station, amid the most beauti- ful scenery. BROWN'S STATION, Ulster Co., N. Y. Fifteen miles from Rondout. Pleasantly located with an ele- vation of 525 feet. SHOKAN, Ulster Co., N. Y. Eighteen miles from Rondout with an elevation, above tide water, of 533 feet. This place is delightfully situated at a moun- tain gateway through which rushes the rapids of the Esopus. A fine view is presented to the westward from this point of " High Point Mountain" 3100 feet high; also, Mt. Wittenberg and Mt. Cornell, these peaks with others form a crescent. These peaks are about four miles distant, the walks to the summit of which is a favorite one with mountain climbers. You leave the cars at Shokan for WEST SHOKAN, Ulster Co., N. Y. One and a half miles from Shokan Station. This has become a pleasant Summer Retreat amid the most delightful mountain scenery. BOICEVILLE, Ulster Co., N. Y. Twenty-one miles from Rondout. Elevation, 615 feet. MT. PLEASANT, Ulster Co., N. Y. Twenty-four miles from Rondout, with an elevation of 700 feet above tide-water. This is the opening of the Shandaken Valley- the whole length of which affords a wondrous and continued change of view, smiling valleys and tower- ing mountains are ever before the eye. From this station stages are taken for The Corner and Lake Hill.- THE CORNER, Ulster Co., N. Y. One mile and a half from Mt. Pleasant Station. This place is delightfully located, and has became a popular Summer Retreat. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. 34 Catskill Mountains. LAKE HILL, Ulster Co., N. Y. Four miles from Mt. Pleasant Station by stage. A high and pleasant location, and in a good fishiug and hunting region. PHOENICIA, Ulster Co., N. Y. * Twenty-seven miles from Rondout. Elvation 798 feet above tide-water, This is a well-known and popular resort, and is also a point for departure farther up in the mountains through Stony Clove, a remarkable ravine where it is said snow and ice can be found the year around. Pncenicia is just one mile from the en- trance to the Woodland Valley, which is the easiest w^ay to ascend the Wittenberg and Mt. Cornell. HUNTER, Greene Co., N. Y. Fourteen miles from Phoenicia on the Stony Clove Railway. Located amid wild mountain scenery where good gunning and fishing can always be met with. Take stage from this station for Tannersville, Hensonville, Union and Windham. ofc^V TANNERSVILLE, Greene Co., N. Y. Three miles from Hunter Station on the Stony Clove Railway. The eleva- tion is 2000 feet above tide-water. The country is grandly beautiful affording some of the finest views to be met with in this mountain region. ^}. The roads in all directions are good, j^rM^ and a drive to Catskill Village, a dis- 1^3^ ance of 15 miles, is far from being unenjoyable. WINDHAM, Greene Co., N. Y. Eight miles from Hunter Station, on the Stony Clove Railway, and twenty- five miles from Catskill. This well-known and popular resort is situated amid unsurpassed mountain scenery and is con- sidered one ot the prettiest villages in the whole Catskill region. The drives are unsurpassed, the roads are broad and lined on either side by shady maples. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Catskill Mountains. 35 EAST WINDHAM, Greene Co., N. Y. Ten miles from Hunter Station, on the Stony Clove Railway, and on the summit of vVindham Mountain. The elevation at this point is 3,000 feet, and fine views of the Adirondacks, Green and White Mountains, may be enjoyed on any fine day. The drives are of the best character. And these, with the many other attractions, have made this a popular Summer Resort. FOX HOLLOW, Ulster Co., N. Y. Thirty-two miles from Rondout, and having an elevation of 1,000 feet. This region affords many attractions for Summer visitors, among which maybe mentioned good climate, fine drives, fishing and hunting. SHANDAKEN, Ulster Co., N. Y. Thirty-three miles from Ron- dout. Elevation 1060 feet above the Hudson River, and beauti- fully situated in the center of the Shandaken Valley. Here passengers for West Kill, Lex- ^ ' ;'/^ -^ \ >^- ington and Jewett Heights JK^W^^i ilif^^ ^^^^'^ ^^^ ^^^^' ^^^ ^^^^ stages V/x .-'^^^^ A mI'I^lKA for their destination, and pass through the Deep Hollow, ia whose notches ice can be found in midsummer. WESTKILL, Greene Co., N. Y. Seven miles from Shandaken Station and 1,200 feet above the river. Many attractions may be found here for Summer visitors. LEXINGTON, Greene Co., N. Y. Ten miles from Shandaken Station, with an elevation of 1,600 feet above the sea, and situated at the base of Vly Mountain, one of the highest peaks in the Catskill region. A ride to this delight- ful spot through the Deep Hollow Notch, whose perpendicular sides are almost 1,000 feet high, will fully repay the tourist for his time. The scenery here approaches most perfect grandeur. Good walks and drives are among the attractions. For Boarding Piaces, see Back Part of Book. 36 Catskill Mountains. BIG INDIAN, Ulster Co., N. Y. Thirty-six miles from New York, with an elevation of 1,202 feet above the river. At this point a bridge crosses the Esopus, from which a fine view may be obtained of the Big Indian Valley. This station is the nearest to Slide Mountain. The views from this mountain cannot be surpassed anywhere in the Catskill region. PINE HILL, Ulster Co., N. Y. Thirty-nine miles from Rondout. The railroad at this point is 1,660 feet above the sea. This spot has become very popular as a Summer Resort, possessing, as it does, so many attractions for visitors. SUMMIT, Ulster Co., N. Y. Forty-one miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,886 feet above the river^ This is the highest point on the railroad between Rondout and Stamford. GRIFFIN'S CORNERS, Delaware Co., N. Y. Forty-four miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,516 feet. Hundreds of Summer boarders are yearly drawn to this delightful place which offers many and varied attractions. ARKVILLE, Delaware Co., N. Y. Forty-eight miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,344 feet. This place has become very popular to Summer Tourists. Margarett- ville is one mile distant at the base of the Pakataghkan Mountain, which rises to an elevation of 3,000 feet. The carriage road at this point crosses the East branch of the Delaware River, and the rail- road changes its course, following along ihe banks of the river. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. Catskill Mountains. 37 ROXBURY, Delaware Co., N. Y. Fifty-nine miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,497 feet. This vil- lage is pleasantly laid out on a level plain. GRAND GORGE, Delaware Co., N". Y. Sixty-five miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,570 feet. Parties for Gilboa, Prattsville and Ashland will take stage from this point to their destination. The views from this locality are truly magnificent, and many points of interest may be found to attract the Summer Tourist. GILBOA, Schoharie Co., N. Y. Three miles from Grand Gorge Z Station and "high up" in the mountains, amid the 'most attrac- tive scenery. PRATTSVILLE, Green Co.,N. Y. Six miles from Grand Gorge Station with an elevation of 1,700 feet. Good hunting and fishing may be enjoyed in this delightful region. S. GILBOA, Schoharie Co., N. Y. Seventy-one miles from Rondout with an elevation of 1,845 f^^t. Many Summer tourists patronize this delightful village during the heated months of Summer. STAMFORD, Delaware Co., N. Y. Seventy-four miles from Rondout. At this point the Ulster and Delaware Railroad terminates. It is located on the East branch of the Delaware River at an elevation of 1,767 feet above the tide- water. Stamford is largely patronized by Summer boarders who find in the surrounding mountains and valleys many attractions. HOBART, Delaware Co., N. Y. Four miles from Stamford Station, and delightfully situated on the east bank of the Delaware River. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. PALENVILLE. Ten miles from Cats- kills Village and sit- uated at the entrance of the celebrated Kaater- skill Clove. The views from this point of moun- tains, valleys and ravines are unsurpassed for beauty anywhere in the Catskill Mountains. Long Island. All places on this delightful Island are reached via Long Island Railroad, and in locating them to our readers we will first go over the MONTAUK, OR SOUTHERN DIVISION. There is a no more delightful, salubrious or generally attrac- tive spot within a hundred miles of New York than along this section of the Long Island Railroad. Here you have all the advantages of forest, upland and open meadow, combined with the fresh salt air and cooling breezes from the bay and ocean. There are no better fish- ing grounds on the Atlantic Coast, or safer boats, anywhere to be found, than abounds in the Great South Bay, its waters are well sheltered, and the hundreds of boats which adorn its sur- face afford unrivaled amusement for those in search of aquatic sports. The blue fishing, in season, is unrivaled, and in the early fall great flocks of ducks and geese, fill with joy the hearts of sportsmen. During the Summer, snipe may be found in abund- ance along the entire coast. ROCKVILLE CENTRE, Queens Co. Nineteen and one-half miles from Long Island City. It is pleas- antly located for Summer boarding. In the vicinity are two small lakes, which afford many pleasures. BALDWINS, aueens Co. " Twent3'-one and a half miles from Long Island City. Pleasantly Icated amid woods and lakes and streams, which latter at almost every step come to view. The trout fishing in these waters is good. Pleasant walks and drives are among the attractions. For Boarding PlaoeM, see Back Part of Book. Long Island. 41 SOUTH OYSTER BAY, aueens Co. Twenty-eight and three-quarter miles from Long Island City. A well-known resort during the heated term, and a favorite spot for sportsmen during the rest of the year. Stillwater fishing, boating and bathing is near at hand, and across the bay, a distance of four miles, surt bathing may be enjoyed. AMITYVILLE, Suffolk Co. Thirty-one and three-quarter miles from Long Island City, and conveniently located on Great South Bay, where good boating, bathing and fishing may be enjoyed. The drives and rambles are attractive, and the climate is considered healthy. BABYLON, Suffolk Co. Thirty-seven miles from Long Island City. This well-known and popular resort is located directly on Great South Bay. Here are combined all the attractions of the Island with pure and brac- ing air at all times. The drives, in all directions, are unexceled. The fishing in this vicinitv is the best to be found on the Island, and its accessibility to Fire Island Beach, which is quickly reached by a small steamer, adds materially to the many enioyments. For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book. FIRE ISLAND, Suffolk Co. Nine miles from Babylon, across Great South Bay. This has become one of the most popular resorts on the Island, and justly claims to be ranked among the celetrated watering places on the Atlantic Coast. BAY SHORE, Suffolk Co. Forty-one and one-quarter miles from Long Island City. This delightful village is pleasantly situated on Great South Bay, and • offers good drives, and fine boating, bathing and fishing. This, like most places on the South-side of the Island, is justly celebrated for its salubrious air and pure climate. ISLIP, Suffolk Co. Forty-three and one-half miles from Long Island City. Certainly no place on the Island is more beautiful than this attractive village. The drives are delightful, and the facilities for boating, bathing and fishing are of the very best order, and the fowl shooting along its shores renders it a perfect paradise for sportsmen. SAYVILLE, Suffolk Co. Fifty and one-quarter miles from Long Island City. A pleasant village near the bay. Good boating, bathing and fishing may be enjoyed from this point, and Fire Island Beach, which is directly opposite, may be reached by boat in 30 minutes. BAYPORT, Suffolk Co. Fifty-two miles from Long Island City. Bayport is de- lighttuUy situated on Great ^ South Bay, where all the en- 'C.^.c^sr'Nlf^ ■ ~^-^>^> joyments of salt water may -r^^ '^^p ^^'^ ^— -? be realized. The drives in the '^^ vici