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2023 Map of Kaaterskill Clove

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Kaaterskill Clove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Kaaterskill Clove and the steep eastern escarpment of the Catskill Mountains define this landscape, where the dramatic elevation change from the Hudson Valley floor to the mountain peaks creates a labyrinth of deep ravines and waterfalls. Early mountain tourism and residential enclaves are evident in the layout of Twilight Park and Ledgewood Park, while the surrounding terrain is marked by legendary landmarks such as Rip Van Winkle Hollow and Artists Rock.

Settlements like Tannersville, Haines Falls, and Palenville anchor the valley and plateau, connected by a network of winding roads and rugged trails including the Escarpment Trl and Harding Road Trl. The map documents numerous water features that have shaped the local economy and identity, from the iconic Kaaterskill Falls and Buttermilk Falls to the high-altitude Colgate Lake. Genealogists will find several burial grounds noted, including Haines Falls Cem and the Palenville Village Cem, located near the intersection of the mountains and the plains.