On the Mountaintop 2024

A PLACE FOR REFLECTION

As we celebrate our 155th year, we are grateful to steward our family’s legacy forward. In 1869, Albert Smiley founded Mohonk Mountain House as a quiet retreat to nature and a place to reconnect with friends and loved ones. In a world of digital clutter and calendar notifications, Mohonk is a lifeline for those who need a break from the hustle. We are more committed than ever to Albert’s core mission to provide opportunities for re-creation and renewal of body, mind, and spirit in this beautiful natural setting. We invite you to embrace moments of quiet reflection when you walk alongside Lake Mohonk, hike to the edge of the ridge, or stroll through the gardens. Let the serenity of the mountaintop fill you.

NEW IN OUR 155TH YEAR

Grounded in our history, we continue to innovate. We’ve opened 44 renovated rooms, and feature a new round of seasonal spa treatments and Après Adventure options to complement our various opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. We’ve unveiled our winter snow tubing hill—popular for all ages—and our biggest news is the introduction of the Pinnacle Ledge Tour and Via Ferrata: new outdoor adventures with breathtaking views.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the mountaintop!

Eric

Gullickson, President Tom Smiley, CEO

VOTED THE #1 RESORT IN THE NORTHEAST & MID-ATLANTIC

VOTED THE #2 ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT IN THE U.S.A.

VOTED THE #2 HOTEL RESTAURANT IN THE U.S.A.

NAMED BEST HISTORIC RESORT BY HISTORIC HOTELS OF AMERICA

A TIMELESS SENSE OF WONDER FOR 155 YEARS

SO MUCH TO SEE & DO

Even though Mohonk Mountain House has been around for 155 years, there’s a sense of newness and wonder to every visit. Whether you try new activities such as our Via Ferrata—featuring cable traverses across the cliffs and an aerial sky bridge—or find age-old favorites like the Labyrinth rock scramble, Mohonk always feels vibrant and full of life.

REVISIT TIMELESS FAVORITES

A trip to Mohonk feels like you’re visiting so many places all wrapped up in one: the show gardens, Sky Top Tower—which celebrated 100 years in 2023—gorgeous vistas, the pure serenity of Lake Mohonk, and new dining options such as Founders.

A COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY SINCE 1869

We continue to honor the beauty of our surroundings with sustainability efforts. We feature water-refilling stations throughout the House for your water bottles and complimentary charging stations for electric vehicles. New hives of Mohonk honeybees allow us to offer hyper-local honey in our Gift Shop and in hand-crafted cocktails. The Spa at Mohonk Mountain House was named the #1 Eco Spa in the US by Women’s Health in 2023. Honored by the UN Environment Programme for our “commitment to the protection and enhancement of the environment” and named a Sustainability Champion by Historic Hotels of America, we continue our legacy of preserving the natural beauty around us.

UNVEILING TWO NEW ADVENTURES

THE EAGLE CLIFF VIA FERRATA & THE PINNACLE LEDGE TOUR

Embark on a thrilling adventure with our Via Ferrata and Pinnacle Ledge experiences, offering a blend of rock climbing, cable traverses, and aerial staircases for an unforgettable journey through stunning landscapes.

Seasonally available to overnight guests for an additional charge.

THE EAGLE CLIFF VIA FERRATA

QUICK FACTS

DURATION: Approximately 3 hours

SKILL LEVEL: Moderate to Advanced

Prepare for the ultimate outdoor adventure with our Eagle Cliff Via Ferrata, featuring awe-inspiring panoramas and a sky bridge. Traverse rocky landscapes, ascend quartz ledges, and conquer metal rungs while securely connected to cables.

Led by skilled guides from Alpine Endeavors, our Via Ferrata is designed to challenge and inspire. You’ll be right on the cliff face, with gorgeous views of Lake Mohonk and surrounding forests.

Learn more by visiting www.mohonk.com/recreation/via-ferrata

THE PINNACLE LEDGE TOUR

QUICK FACTS

DURATION: Approximately 1 & 1/2 hours

SKILL LEVEL: All

Featuring awe-inspiring moments, including an aerial bridge walkway and a sky ladder, this guided rock scramble explores historic footpaths along Sky Top ridge. The tour incorporates waist harnesses, lanyard systems, and safety cables along exposed trail sections, allowing you to enjoy a pinnacle experience surrounded by natural beauty and breathtaking views.

THEN & NOW | WELLNESS

In 1946, when Bert and Francis Smiley were at the helm at Mohonk Mountain House a “Creed for Mohonk” was written. It stated:

78 years later, we still believe. Guests today still explore miles of trails— hiking, biking, or on horseback—enjoy sports, boating, the lake swim, or reading in a rocking chair overlooking the lake. Live music fills the air, and our Director of Mindfulness—Nina Smiley, Ph.D.—teaches how to live peacefully in each moment. The Lakeview Summerhouse offers spa treatments and private fitness in the heart of nature, and Wellness in the Wild programs feature curated activities by season for spa visits, outdoor exercise, and communing with nature. Our ethos, whether at its inception in 1869, or re-energized in 1946, remains steadfast. A visit to Mohonk is like food for the soul.

MINDFUL MILESTONES

By NINA SMILEY Ph.D., Director of Mindfulness Programming

As Mohonk celebrates 155 years, we recognize the milestones that have shaped us: the first telephone installed, automobiles arriving, building the spa. Mohonk’s evolution from a 10-room tavern to a 262-room resort was not linear. Yet throughout, a mindful awareness of the essence of Mohonk has allowed change to occur while still honoring our core values.

We all have milestones: moving to a new home, taking new jobs, cultivating new relationships. Or having children, and seeing their life events become milestones in our lives. When we honor these events in a mindful way, we connect our past to our present, understanding who we are and who we’d like to be.

MINDFUL MOMENTS

Mindfulness is the ability to be present in the moment, experiencing the senses, being aware of thoughts and emotions, observing what is happening internally and externally. We suspend judgment, and approach each moment with gentle curiosity.

Using mindfulness, you can honor the moments that create milestones in your life. Taking even a short time out can support well-being as you close your eyes, clear the mind, calm the body, and focus on breathing gently and fully. Being present in the moment where you are right now is an opportunity for insight, curiosity, creativity, and a new perspective. As you open your eyes, see with “new” eyes—take in colors, shapes, and textures. The centeredness that comes with this experience can refresh and renew your presence right now, no matter where you are or where you aim to be.

NURTURE MIND, BODY, & SPIRIT WITH NATURE-INSPIRED TREATMENTS

Embark on a transformative journey of rejuvenation at the Spa at Mohonk Mountain House, named the ‘BEST ECO-FRIENDLY SPA’ by Women’s Health magazine.

APRÈS ADVENTURE MASSAGE

This post-adventure healing massage is perfect after a day of activity on the mountaintop, specifically tailored to combat stress on muscles and joints. Feel the tension melt away during this Swedish-based recovery massage, combining anti-inflammatory muscle cream with CBD and therapeutic clay heat packs.

SKIN AWAKENING BODY RITUAL

This invigorating ritual is designed with three key phases. A full body exfoliation begins with two natural loofahs to remove dry skin. Next, a warm citrus oil combined with green tea prepares the skin, using a crafted teakwood and colloidal silver body tool to gently cleanse with long soothing strokes. A calming face and scalp massage conclude this unique full body ritual.

PIETRO SIMONE SKINCARE

We are pleased to present exclusive services created by celebrity skincare artist Pietro Simone. Both treatments incorporate his signature touch techniques which have won acclaim from beauty experts worldwide. Indulge in the HIMALAYAN SALT STONE EXPERIENCE or the REPAIR & RESTORE FACIAL.

DID YOU KNOW?

The crystals in our Spa Solarium were mined locally in Ellenville, New York and gifted to Mohonk Mountain House in 1901.

Crystals are believed to help improve immunity, focus, and stress reduction.

Discover our Spa Menu, Seasonal Wellbeing offerings, and Wellness in the Wild at www.mohonk.com/spa

Nina offers private Mindfulness sessions at the Spa at Mohonk Mountain House

JOIN US AT ONE OF THE BEST HOTEL RESTAURANTS

WE BRING THE KITCHEN TO YOU

Our culinary experience, led by Executive Chef Jim Palmeri, is a key element that makes a Mohonk getaway so special. But we don’t just stop with great cuisine—we bring you behind the scenes to meet our chefs and see where the magic happens. With Granary outdoor barbecue grills, our Founders Brunch immersive kitchen, and Chefs Action Stations in our Main Dining Room for breakfast, lunch, and brunch— we’re excited to show you the process, not just the finished product.

CULINARY PROGRAMS

Theme programs highlight experts in food and drink: Chefs on the Mountain and Brewmasters Weekend in March, and A Taste of the Southern Hemisphere with Kevin Zraly in January.

COCKTAIL DEMONSTRATIONS

Every weekend we offer complementary demos featuring History of a Cocktail and our Drink of the Month.

MONTHLY PAIRING DINNERS

Each month we host a five-course Pairing Dinner highlighting winemakers or brewers, paired with exquisite cuisine from our chefs.

Cocktail demonstrations

Culinary theme programs

SO MUCH MORE THAN GREAT FOOD & DINING

AND WE BRING YOU TO THE KITCHEN

Founders Brunch & Monthly Pairing Dinners

FOUNDERS DINING ROOM

Discover our new dining room, inspired by our founders, the Smiley family. Global influences shine through, with flavors and cooking methods such as wood-burning, wok, and tandoori. With windows looking out on nature, and incredible menus developed by Executive Sous Chef Steve Anson and Executive Pastry Chef Audrey Billups, Founders is available in summer and during some holiday periods.

Chef’s Table

ADDED BONUS: Founder’s Weekend Brunches feature action stations inside the kitchen where our chefs serve you.

CHEF’S TABLE

Our nine-course wine-pairing extravaganza in the heart of our kitchen is the meal of a lifetime! Our chefs and wine experts introduce each course for the ultimate culinary experience at Mohonk.

KITCHEN TOURS

Saturdays feature behindthe-scenes tours of the state-of-the-art kitchen led by our own Mohonk chefs.

SPECIAL EVENTS & THEME PROGRAMS

Special events at Mohonk Mountain House define your stay around a particular theme, with thoughtfully curated music, entertainment, dance, workshops, and tastings. Program details are available at www.mohonk.com/events.

CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS

Latin American Celebration

May 3-5, 2024

Mountaintop Oktoberfest September 20-22, 2024

Scottish Weekend January 24-26, 2025

FOOD, BEER, & WINE

A Taste of the Southern Hemisphere Featuring Kevin Zraly January 3-5 2025

Chefs on the Mountain March 7-9, 2025

Brewmasters Weekend March 28-30, 2025

NATURE & OUTDOORS

ALL NEW! Tournament Weekend

April 26-28, 2024

Calling all competitors! Face off against fellow guests in a variety of games for glory.

Tulip Festival

April 29 - May 10, 2024

Birding and Spring Nature

May 17-19, 2024

Reconnecting with the Natural World

May 27-31, 2024

ALL NEW! Adventure Weekend

May 31 - June 2, 2024 | November 1-3, 2024

How far can you push your agility, strength, and endurance? Mohonk’s landscape is the perfect ‘playground’ to capture the essence of adventure.

Garden Holiday

Celebrating 90 years

August 25-30, 2024

Hiker’s Holiday

September 13-15, 2024

MINDFULNESS & WELLNESS

Mindfulness in Minutes

July 12-14, 2024

Fall Wellness Weekend

November 22-24, 2024

Winter Wellness Weekend

January 31February 2, 2025

Explore the Five Senses

March 1-31, 2025 (Sunday-Thursday only)

Spring Wellness Weekend

April 4-6, 2025

Summer of Discovery—Kids Stay & Eat Free!*

Midweek, Sundays-Thursdays

June 16 - August 29, 2024

Family Fun Week

August 18-23, 2024

Winter Break—Kids Stay & Eat Free!*

February 17-23, 2025

Spring Break—Kids Stay & Eat Free!*

April 13-25, 2025

* Some restrictions apply

KIDS’ CLUB is offered on weekends & school breaks year-round, daily from June 15, 2024 to Labor Day — Complimentary for ages 4-12

ONE OF THE BEST HOTEL KIDS’ PROGRAMS IN THE US —Travel + Leisure

COUPLES’

GETAWAYS

Wonderful World of Words

November 8-10, 2024

Magic & Mindbenders

January 17-20, 2025

Mystery Weekend

February 28 - March 2, 2025

MUSIC & ARTS

Music on the Mountain June 10-16, 2024

Festival of the Arts July 7 - August 16, 2024

Music on the Mountain September 2-8, 2024

Jazz on the Mountain January 10-13, 2025

Ballroom Dancing Weekend March 14-16, 2025

Rock ‘n’ Roll Weekend April 11-13, 2025

Couples’ Romantic Getaway

November 15-17, 2024 | February 7-9, 2025

March 21-23, 2025

Romance Week February 9-14, 2025

HOLIDAYS

Mother’s Day Weekend

May 10-12, 2024

Memorial Day Weekend

May 24-27, 2024

Father’s Day Weekend

June 14-16, 2024

Fourth of July

July 3-7, 2024

Labor Day Weekend

August 30 - September 2, 2024

Halloween Haunts & Happenings

October 25-27, 2024

Thanksgiving Holiday

November 27 - December 1, 2024

Victorian Holidays

November 30, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Gingerbread Competition

December 2024

Christmas Celebration

December 23-25, 2024

Hanukkah Celebration

December 25, 2024 - January 2, 2025

New Year’s Celebration

December 30, 2024 - January 5, 2025

Presidents’ Weekend

February 14-17, 2025

Easter Weekend

April 18-20, 2025

Photography credits: Isaac Maiselman, Zero Point Aerial, courtesy Mohonk Archives,

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