Make Forever Memories at Mohonk Mountain House
As stewards of the family business, we’ve inherited generations of family memories at the Mountain House. Our children have grown up here. There’s really nothing quite like seeing your kids scramble up the Labyrinth, or navigate Lake Mohonk, or ride a horse for the first time on carriage roads. Now that our own kids are adults, we’re still lucky enough to see other families experience those very same moments of childlike wonder when they visit. It makes you feel young again. It makes you feel happy. It’s been a joy and a privilege to keep Mohonk memories alive year after year for guests who come on their own or with friends, as couples and families, and as grandparents and grandkids.
We always look forward to seeing you all on the mountaintop!
Eric Gullickson, President
Tom Smiley, CEO
KIDS’ CLUB—a World of Wonder
BEST HOTEL KIDS’ PROGRAM IN THE U.S. — Travel + Leisure
Based on the philosophy “LET KIDS BE KIDS,” our complimentary drop-off program for ages 4-12 is designed to give children plenty of playtime while exploring Mohonk’s natural surroundings. From guided nature hikes to Gaga Ball, arts and crafts to snow tubing or ice skating, Kids’ Club is tailored to keep your children active, creative, and engaged with the outside world. While your kids learn, play, and build independence, parents can hike, relax in the spa, or share some alone time over cocktails in the Carriage Lounge.
JUNIOR NATURALIST PROGRAM
Integrated into Kids’ Club, our Junior Naturalist program is designed to inspire children with a love and appreciation for the Earth. Created and led by Mohonk Naturalist Michael Ridolfo, the program provides a hands-on experience in nature through animal tracking, tree identification, fossil hunts, nature walks to Lily Pond, and more. The Junior Naturalist program helps children build a lifelong bond with the natural world.
Where Generations Gather
Family has been the foundation of Mohonk since 1869, making our fifth-generation family-owned and operated resort the perfect setting to create your own family traditions. With activities for everyone from grandparents to little ones, from small gatherings to big reunions, Mohonk offers experiences the whole family can enjoy. Discover why we’re named a BEST FAMILY RESORT by USA Today year after year. Learn more at www.mohonk.com/reunions.
Shared moments that bring you closer
HIKE AS A GROUP to breathtaking views, with 85 miles of trails ranging from leisurely walks to more adventurous climbs.
Fish from a ROWBOAT, or dig in the sand at the BEACH before diving in.
Enjoy a little FRIENDLY COMPETITION with bocce, shuffleboard, or croquet.
Gather around the table in the heart of our kitchen for the ultimate culinary experience—our ten-course CHEF’S TABLE with wine pairings.
As the day winds down, bring the whole family to a CAMPFIRE and let time slow down as you celebrate the joy of being together.
Space to recharge
Introduce children to emotional wellness with FAMILY MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS CLASSES.
While little ones enjoy Kids’ Club, parents and grandparents can RECONNECT & REJUVENATE at our LUXURY SPA.
Grandparents can UNWIND LAKESIDE in a ROCKING CHAIR on the porch—bring a book, savor a cocktail, or just enjoy the view.
Enjoy a relaxed ROUND OF GOLF on our Scottish-inspired course.
Growing & exploring
ADVENTURE WITH YOUR TEEN on our VIA FERRATA or PINNACLE LEDGE TOUR for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Spark a love of the game on our PUTTING GREEN, where younger family members can take their first swings.
Stroll through our SHOW GARDEN and bask in the beauty of nature.
Bring the whole group together for winter adventures such as SNOW TUBING or ICE SKATING in our grand open-air Pavilion.
Love lifts us up!
Find romance in every season at Mohonk Mountain House— a Hudson Valley wonderland as enchanting as the love you share.
The perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.
Luxuriate in our indoor heated pool with vaulted ceilings, dine with gorgeous views of the Catskill Mountains, enjoy our award-winning spa with a couples massage, and completely unwind in our outdoor heated mineral pool.
Come any time of year, or take advantage of our couples signature events—COUPLES ROMANTIC GETAWAY (February 5-7, 2027) and ROMANCE WEEK (February 7-12, 2027).
The perfect place for proposals, weddings, anniversaries, or just to say I love you.
The perfect place to rekindle romance. Reconnect with your special someone over swoon-worthy sunsets, cocktail tastings, rowboats on the lake, horse-drawn carriage rides, ice skating, campfires, and more.
Party of One
Traveling solo is the ultimate form of self-care. All your decisions are your own—there’s no need to worry about anyone else’s needs. Want to sleep in? Great! Trek all the way up Sky Top Tower? Go for it. It’s your vacation and yours alone. You can do whatever you want.
FITNESS CENTER
Bathed in natural light and surrounded by views of nature, our newly updated Fitness Center features state-of-the-art Precor cardio machines and strength training equipment—designed to keep you motivated and energized.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Join our certified instructors in the sundrenched motion room for classes focused on balance, alignment, and strength, including Pilates, Tai Chi, barre, and dance.
YOGA
Find your breath and get grounded with indoor yoga overlooking our natural landscape, or immerse yourself fully in nature with a private outdoor yoga hike.
MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION
Reconnect with the world around you through singing bowl meditations, Qigong, and private mindfulness sessions led by Nina Smiley, Ph.D., Director of Mindfulness Programming.
PRIVATE WELLNESS SESSIONS
Consider a personal session with our certified instructors for a corestrengthening workout, a thoughtful yoga practice, or a mindful exercise.
Mindful Movement
Since 1869, wellness has been at the heart of Mohonk, where the beauty of nature inspires a deeper connection between mind and body. As wellness has evolved through the years, our approach has adapted to modern needs while maintaining our bond with the natural world. Discover why our Fitness & Wellness Center was ranked #1 IN THE COUNTRY by USA Today.
INTRODUCING NEW KOREAN
SKINCARE-INSPIRED SPA TREATMENTS
LAKEVIEW SUMMERHOUSE BODY RITUAL
In our outdoor Lakeview Summerhouse sanctuary, this head-to-toe treatment features a singing bowl meditation, Korean rituals and techniques to encourage lymphatic movement, and nutrient-rich botanicals to hydrate and renew the skin.
MILK & HONEY FACE & BODY RITUAL
This two-hour, luxurious, head-to-toe body ritual blends the healing properties of Lavender Milk and Manuka Honey with Korean therapeutic touch techniques to boost hydration, detoxify pores, and sculpt and firm the face.
THE GLASS SKIN RITUAL: COLLAGEN SCULPTING FACIAL
Indulge in the refined artistry of Korean skincare with a transformative facial that sculpts, soothes, and saturates the skin in nutrient rich luxury, lifting and contouring for a firmer, more defined look. Skin is left radiant, hydrated, and visibly sculpted.
DRINK in the VIEWS
HUDSON VALLEY WINE PAIRING DINNERS
Tucked beneath the trees at our Picnic Lodge, these seasonal evenings offer the best of Hudson Valley wines paired with a curated three-course menu. A predinner reception features cocktails, wine tastings, hors d’oeuvres, and lawn games before everyone gathers at our communal table for an exceptional meal.
SPIRITS ON THE PORCHES
Unwind with a handcrafted cocktail or mocktail, now offered at two stunning locations. Take in expansive views of the Catskills and the most iconic sunset in the Hudson Valley from our Sunset Porch. Or pull up a rocking chair on the Parlor Porch, overlooking the tranquil waters of Lake Mohonk.
THEN & NOW The Granary Outdoor Barbecue
In the 1960s, guests began to picnic above the beach instead of changing out of swimsuits and trekking to the dining room. So, in response, we opened our immensely popular outdoor cookout. The name “Granary” came from a shed built in the late 1800s near the gardens—it was filled with grain used to feed deer. The shed moved to its current location above Lake Mohonk to serve as the beverage counter for the cookout. Smiley family members could often be found at the Granary, behind the grill and serving guests. Over the years, many of our youngest Mohonk staffers got their start at the Granary cookouts.
Nothing says summer like our Granary favorites— barbecue chicken, spare ribs, lobster, burgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob, fresh fruit, pie, and ice cream. Yum!
Fourth generation family member Pril Smiley working at the carving station.
Third generation family member Gerow Smiley orders a drink at the Granary shed.
The Granary has evolved into the culinary delight it is today with the support of a major expansion in the 1990s and renovations in the 2000s and 2020s. The Granary opens Memorial Day Weekend after new renovations, but will remain the same, only better. It’s a guest favorite, featuring enchanting views of Lake Mohonk and Sky Top Tower, evoking the nostalgia of classic summer cookouts with checkered tablecloths and wooden picnic tables.
MINDFULNESS in Real Life
By NINA SMILEY Ph.D. Director of Mindfulness Programming
Bringing mindfulness into real life supports the ability to be present in the moment and experience whatever is happening with a gentle curiosity rather than harsh judgment. This allows us to respond more calmly to stress, replacing emotion-driven reactivity.
SOME SIMPLE SUGGESTIONS: Learning to breathe gently and fully from the belly activates the parasympathetic nervous system and helps defuse a stress reaction. Learn to STOP, an acronym that shows the
steps that can bring mindfulness immediately into real time. Stop... Take a breath... Observe... Proceed. Taking a moment to pause before responding helps us recognize that minds “tell stories” and your first interpretation of what’s going on may not be accurate. Have you ever said something you regret in an emotional moment? STOP can be a great help.
As you practice Mindfulness in Real Life, small changes can occur in how you relate to yourself and others. With less reactivity, there’s more opportunity for exploration and understanding. More time for clarity and listening. Parents can help their children learn the life skill of mindfulness by being a role model. Simply taking a breath during a difficult moment before engaging can make a significant difference. Let your loved ones know what you’re doing and invite them along!
Nina Smiley offers private mindfulness and forest bathing sessions at the Spa at Mohonk Mountain House.
Mohonk Signature Events
Signature events at Mohonk Mountain House define your stay around a particular theme, with thoughtfully curated music, entertainment, dance, workshops, and tastings. Program details and descriptions are available at www.mohonk.com/events.
NATURE & OUTDOORS
Tulip Festival
April 27 - May 11, 2026
Birding and Spring Nature
May 15-17, 2026
Garden Holiday
August 30September 4, 2026
Hiker’s Holiday September 18-20, 2026
MINDFULNESS & WELLNESS
Wellness Week
May 25-29, 2026
Fall Wellness Weekend
November 6-8, 2026
Mindfulness in Minutes
January 8-10, 2027
Explore the Five Senses
March 1-31, 2027
(Sundays-Thursdays only)
CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS
MUSIC & ARTS
Disco Getaway
April 10-12, 2026
Rock ‘n’ Roll Weekend
May 1-3, 2026
Music on the Mountain
June 12-19, 2026
Festival of the Arts
July 5 - August 14, 2026
Music on the Mountain
September 7-13, 2026
Mohonk Maker’s Weekend
November 20-22, 2026
Jazz on the Mountain
January 22-25, 2027
Ballroom Dancing Weekend
March 12-14, 2027
Italian Festival May 29-31, 2026
Country Western Weekend
June 5-7, 2026
Winter Wellness Weekend
February 26-28, 2027
Mountaintop Oktoberfest
September 25-27, 2026
Scottish Weekend
January 29-31, 2027
Wonderful World of Words
November 13-15, 2026
HOLIDAYS
Mother’s Day Weekend
May 8-10, 2026
Memorial Day Weekend
May 22-25, 2026
Father’s Day Weekend
June 19-21, 2026
Fourth of July
July 2-5, 2027
Labor Day Weekend
September 4-7, 2026
Mystery Weekend
March 5-7, 2027
Magic & Mindbenders
April 2-4, 2027
Fall Holiday Weekend
October 9-12, 2026
Halloween Haunts & Happenings
October 30November 1, 2026
Thanksgiving Holiday November 25-29, 2026
Victorian Holidays
November 28, 2026January 3, 2027
Hanukkah Celebration December 4-12, 2026
Gingerbread Competition
December 6, 2026
Christmas Celebration December 23-25, 2026
New Year’s Celebration December 30, 2026January 1, 2027
Presidents’ Weekend February 12-15, 2027
Easter Weekend March 26-28, 2027
KIDS & FAMILIES
KIDS STAY & EAT FREE!*
Summer of Discovery
Sundays-Thursdays
June 21 - September 4, 2026
Summer Family Fun
August 16-28, 2026
Winter Family Fun
January 15-18, 2027
KIDS STAY & EAT FREE!*
KIDS’ CLUB is offered on weekends & school breaks year-round, daily from mid-June to Labor Day — Complimentary for ages 4-12
ONE OF THE BEST HOTEL KIDS’ PROGRAMS IN THE US —Travel + Leisure
Winter Break — February 15-21, 2027
Spring Break — March 22 - April 2, 2027
* Some restrictions apply
FOOD, BEER, & WINE
Chocolate Lovers Weekend
April 17-19, 2026
Brewmasters Weekend April 24-26, 2026
Wine Weekend
Featuring Kevin Zraly January 8-10, 2027
Chefs on the Mountain March 19-21, 2027
COUPLES GETAWAYS
Couples Romantic Getaway
February 5-7, 2027
Romance Week February 7-12, 2027
The perfect place to meet for groups or families of 130 or less or wholehouse buyouts, featuring more than 40 team-building adventures, private events, meeting spaces with natural light, and more! Ask about Grove Lodge—our newest accommodations with
1000 Mountain Rest Road
New Paltz, New York 12561
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