Rip Van Winkle Adventure Guides

About Us

We are an outdoor recreational guide company that operates mainly in the Catskill Park of central New York. Fully licensed and certified by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. We are ready to customize just about any adventure you can think of, or choose one of the already existing challenges in the Catskills.

From short easy day hikes to the more challenging high peaks we cover it all. If backcountry camping is what you desire we are ready to give you the experience of a life time.

Aside from Hiking and Camping we also offer guided backcountry Hunting and Fishing trips, Kayak Tours, and Hiker Shuttles. Whatever kind of outdoor adventures you’re looking for we’re here to make it the kind memories are made from.

Hiking

Camping

From short easy trips to longer all day excursions, with over 300 miles of trails in the Catskill park, we can accomodate a hiking adventure for any skill level

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Camping

Whether your desire is to just have a relaxing experience car camping or to hike into the backcountry with your home on your back, we can customize a camping trip to suit your needs

Hunting & Fishing

If backcountry hunting and fishing is the adventure you seek, Then we are the guides for you. Test your skills on one of our western style “spot and stalk” hunts or hike mountain creeks and streams for a fishing adventure

Kayaking

Hunting & Fishing

If you’re looking for an easy Sunrise or Sunset paddle, or a Kayak Camping Adventure, Look no further. We are launching daily tours on the Hudson River and Catskill Creek. We can also customize a Kayak Camping trip for you and you crew.