Trails: Mohonk Mountain House, a luxurious grand hotel, offers 58 km (35 miles) of trails on its private Catskill preserve that are groomed for cross-country skiing. Trail fees: Grounds pass: Adults & teens $23 weekends/$18 weekdays, children $18/$13, free for guests (winter 2009-10) Tel: 845-256-2197
Snow report: Trail conditions are reported on the resort's website. Nearest town: New Paltz, NY Web site:Mohonk Mountain House Trail map: Equipment rentals: XC ski equipment and snowshoes Ski lessons: Other winter activities: Ice skating, snowshoeing, snow tubing, spa Facilities: Restaurant access requires reservations for non-guests, evening meals have dress code Lodging on site: Victorian castle-like hotel built in 1869 has 260 rooms, 1-800-772-6646 Lodging nearby: New Paltz has a few inns, hotels and other accommodations. Tourism info:Ulster County Tourism Weather report:New Paltz Location of trails: Mohonk Mountain House is located at 1000 Mountain Rest Road in New Paltz, about 1.5 hours north of New York City. Take Exit 18 off I-87 at New Paltz, then head west on Main St (Route 299) across the bridge, turn right and follow the signs to the resort. Map of local region:Mohonk Mountain House