Plan your trip
What To Bring
Unless you arrive by personal boat, you will need to carry your belongings along the half-mile trail to the Lighthouse. For the ease of transport, travel light and pack your belongings in a small backpack or overnight bag. Roller bags are not a good fit for the sandy terrain.
clothing appropriate for the season and forecasted weather
waterproof footwear appropriate for wet or icy trail conditions
slippers or light shoes for indoors
toiletries such as toothbrush/toothpaste
camera (optional)
binoculars (optional)
fishing tackle (optional)
swim wear (in season)
your favorite pastime (books, knitting, etc.)
your favorite snacks and beverages
Linens, towels and wash cloths are provided. Soap, shampoo, and conditioner are also provided from dispensers in the shower.
Most cell phones get service at the Lighthouse. Free WiFi available; however, the connection speed is slow and with occasional service interruptions, so please download videos to your devices in advance if you plan on watching movies during your stay.
PLEASE:
NO high-wattage devices, particularly ones with a heating element such as hairdryers or electric kettles.
NO flammables such as candles.
NO firearms.
Places to Eat
A hearty breakfast is provided as part of your stay. For other meals, you are welcome to dine at a local restaurant, pack a picnic, or get take-out. A mini-fridge with freezer and outdoor propane grill are available at the lighthouse. No kitchen access for guests.
With its eclectic mix of dining establishments, Saugerties is ripe for exploring. From fine cuisine to causal fare, you are bound to find something to your liking. Here are a few favorites of the Keepers. Tell them we sent you!
Miss Lucy’s Kitchen
American Farmhouse
90 Partition St, Saugerties 845-246-9240
Dutch Ale House
Pub Fare/Microbrews
255 Main St, Saugerties, 845-247-2337
Red Onion
New American fare, mussels
1654 Route 212, Saugerties, 845-679-1223
Slices of Saugerties
Casual pizza, pasta, and more
71 Partition St, Saugerties, 845-247-3966
Ohana Cafe
Café and crêperie, casual lunch
117 Partition St, Saugerties, 845-247-3966
TOMO Sushi
Japanese cuisine
330 Route 212, Saugerties, 845-247-2488
Alleyway Ice Cream
Handmade, small-batch
135 Partition St, Saugerties, 845-481-1380
Things to Do
Historic, friendly Saugerties is known as the place where the Catskill Mountains meet the Hudson River. The region is rich in natural beauty and cultural history. Recreational opportunities abound. The list below offers a few highlights.
Ulster County Recreation
Ulster County REConnect
Museums and Historical Sites
Hudson River Lighthouses
Hudson River Maritime Museum
Opus 40 and the Quarryman’s Museum
Kierstead House
Olana, the Frederic E. Church House
Cedar Grove, the Thomas Cole House
Clermont State Historic Site
Boat Rentals & Charters
Saugerties Marina
(powerboat charters, kayak rentals)
I Paddle NY
(kayak rental and guide-service)
Local Hikes
List of Day Hikes
Live Music
The Local
Rock Da Casbah
General Information
Discover Saugerties
Ulster County Alive!
Keeper’s Picks
Orpheum Theater
Inquiring Minds Bookstore
OUR Bookshop
Saugerties Farmers Market