Take A Weekend To Wine, Dine, And Explore The Irish Alps Of New York

The Alps are in central Europe. The Irish live in Ireland. Everyone knows these things. Then what, you ask, are the Irish Alps?

That’s a great question. The Irish Alps are not in Europe; this region is in New York. The area including and around East Durham in the northern Catskills has been affectionately referred to as the Irish Alps for many years because it was once a popular vacation spot for Irish immigrants from New York City. Although today people of all nationalities and heritages vacation in this area, the name stuck. Today, you can celebrate Irish American heritage when you visit this beautiful, green and mountainous area. Read on to learn more.

East Durham is the center of the Irish Alps, but this name also extends to the smaller towns that surround it. As you can see, East Durham is quite proud of the fact that it is known as the "Emerald Isle of the Catskils."

In the 1950s and 1960s, there were dozens of Irish-owned and themed resorts in this area. Many have gone out of business, but some still remain.

The mountains that surround this area are quiet and beautiful. They're not as big as the Alps, but they're green and lovely in the spring and fall. The fall foliage in this region is beautiful, too.

If you take a trip to the Irish Alps, you can pick up some Irish-themed souvenirs. Many of the shops here have them for sale.

You can stay in one of the still-operational Irish resorts, such as Gavin's Irish Country Inn in Cornwallville. There's a pool and all meals are included. Often, you can enjoy live entertainment at Gavin's.

The Shamrock House in East Durham is another option. It also has a pool and a bar and a restaurant serving authentic Irish cuisine on site.

The Blackthorn Resort is another Irish-themed property in East Durham. You and your family can enjoy the pool, playground, creek, basketball court, tennis courts, and more during your stay.

Jimmy O'Connor's Windham Mountain Inn in Windham is a small hotel with a traditional Irish pub. It's a great place to enjoy a Guinness or an Irish whiskey.

East Durham is also the home of Zoom Flume water park if you're looking for something else to do nearby.

People come from all over to attend East Durham's Irish Festival every year on Memorial Day weekend.

East Durham is a great place to visit if you want to enjoy a bit of Irish flavor without leaving New York! The Irish Alps are a great place to get away from it all and to spend a nice weekend in the mountains. Plan your trip today!

If you want to explore more of the Catskills, check out this road trip! Take This Road Trip To The Most Charming Catskill Mountain Towns In New York

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