Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.

January–March and September–October bring crisp 15°F–70°F weather and prime Mountain hiking and skiing. June delivers crisp mountain air and quiet trails at ~19% lower rates.
Prime Window↓
from $480/nt↓
Jan–Mar & Sep–Oct
15°F–70°F · Mountain hiking & Skiing
from $480/nt
Value Sweet Spot↓
from $390/nt↓
Jun
Crisp mountain air, quiet trails
from $390/nt
Trade-Off Window↓
from $280/nt↓
Apr–May & Nov
Seasonal off-peak weather · Seclusion focus
from $280/nt
An active mountain lodge standing opposite Hunter Mountain, originally a classic motor lodge from the sixties, now reimagined with light wood, cozy fireplaces, and a central fire pit. The property blends standard lodge rooms with The Rounds, circular wooden cabins featuring skylights and private decks. You are here to hike the high-elevation trails in the morning and retreat to the cedar barrel sauna as the mountain air cools.
Access
2h 15m from NYC
Ideal Stay
3 Nights
Insider Tip
Book a Round cabin for a private outdoor soaking tub.
Seasonal Value
Balancing ideal conditions, value sweet spots, and seasonal trade-offs.
Rates reflect estimated monthly averages based on seasonal historical data
Priorities here are hiking the nearby Escarpment Trail, chasing Kaaterskill Falls at spring flow, and stargazing from the outdoor cedar deck.
Year-round Constants
Hunter Mountain ski slope views, Catskill high-peak hollows, native hemlock and birch forests, and dark mountain night skies.
Seasons
Winter brings immediate access to snow sports; autumn transforms the entire mountain bowl into a sea of vibrant orange and red foliage.
Oct Avg
$480/nt
Average nightly rate by month, based on published pricing. Hover a month to see its rate.
Data Source: Static Average Pricing
Driest
Feb
2.5" lowest rainfall
Avg High
58°F
Annual average
Standard seasonal shifts. Feb offers the clearest skies, while Jul brings the heat.
Most guests find May–Jun and Sep–Oct the most comfortable for outdoor activity.
Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall
Best Balance
May
Ideal mix of temp & rain
Sweat Index
Jul
82°F High (Peak)
Chill Factor
Jan
13°F Low (Pack layers)
Wettest
Jun
4.5" rain (Peak)
Follow I-87 North to Exit 19, then follow Route 28 to Route 214 through Stony Clove Notch. The mountain pass is scenic but narrow. Snow tires or all-wheel drive are mandatory during winter storms.
Ski weekends bring heavy crowds and peak pricing. Stay Tuesday or Wednesday in late September to secure the outdoor barrel sauna without waiting and experience the mountains in relative peace.
Perched directly off Route 23A opposite the Hunter Mountain ski parking lot. This is not a remote or secluded wilderness retreat. You may hear highway traffic from the deck, and the lodge atmosphere is highly social and active rather than quiet and solitary.
Timing guide for nature, price, and weather.

January–March and September–October bring crisp 15°F–70°F weather and prime Mountain hiking and skiing. June delivers crisp mountain air and quiet trails at ~19% lower rates.
Prime Window↓
from $480/nt↓
Jan–Mar & Sep–Oct
15°F–70°F · Mountain hiking & Skiing
from $480/nt
Value Sweet Spot↓
from $390/nt↓
Jun
Crisp mountain air, quiet trails
from $390/nt
Trade-Off Window↓
from $280/nt↓
Apr–May & Nov
Seasonal off-peak weather · Seclusion focus
from $280/nt
An active mountain lodge standing opposite Hunter Mountain, originally a classic motor lodge from the sixties, now reimagined with light wood, cozy fireplaces, and a central fire pit. The property blends standard lodge rooms with The Rounds, circular wooden cabins featuring skylights and private decks. You are here to hike the high-elevation trails in the morning and retreat to the cedar barrel sauna as the mountain air cools.
Access
2h 15m from NYC
Ideal Stay
3 Nights
Insider Tip
Book a Round cabin for a private outdoor soaking tub.
Seasonal Value
Balancing ideal conditions, value sweet spots, and seasonal trade-offs.
Rates reflect estimated monthly averages based on seasonal historical data
Same direct rates, with free VIP perks automatically applied to your reservation.
Year-round Constants
Hunter Mountain ski slope views, Catskill high-peak hollows, native hemlock and birch forests, and dark mountain night skies.
Seasons
Winter brings immediate access to snow sports; autumn transforms the entire mountain bowl into a sea of vibrant orange and red foliage.
Oct Avg
$480/nt
Data Source: Static Average Pricing
Driest
Feb
2.5" lowest rainfall
Avg High
58°F
Annual average
Most guests find May–Jun and Sep–Oct the most comfortable for outdoor activity.
Based on ideal temp (70-88°F) & low rainfall
Best Balance
May
Ideal mix of temp & rain
Sweat Index
Jul
82°F High (Peak)
Chill Factor
Jan
13°F Low (Pack layers)
Wettest
Jun
4.5" rain (Peak)
Follow I-87 North to Exit 19, then follow Route 28 to Route 214 through Stony Clove Notch. The mountain pass is scenic but narrow. Snow tires or all-wheel drive are mandatory during winter storms.
Ski weekends bring heavy crowds and peak pricing. Stay Tuesday or Wednesday in late September to secure the outdoor barrel sauna without waiting and experience the mountains in relative peace.
Perched directly off Route 23A opposite the Hunter Mountain ski parking lot. This is not a remote or secluded wilderness retreat. You may hear highway traffic from the deck, and the lodge atmosphere is highly social and active rather than quiet and solitary.
Every perk below is automatically applied to your Scribner's Catskill Lodge booking at no extra cost.
Booking Scribner's Catskill Lodge through Wildist unlocks exclusive VIP perks at the exact same direct room rate: