Mount Tremper, New York

Mount Tremper is a hamlet in the Town of Shandaken in Ulster County, New York, United States. Mount Tremper is situated to the east of New York State Route 28 and to the north of New York State Route 212, within the Catskill Park. The community is located at 42°02′41″N 74°16′32″W.[1] It is named for nearby Mount Tremper.

For the mountain named Mount Tremper, see Mount Tremper.

Attractions

Among the cultural attractions in the area is Mount Tremper Arts, a non-profit organization. MTA features performances, art exhibitions, artist residencies, educational programming, and informal gatherings. . The Mount Tremper Fire Observation Station, built circa 1917, was used for fire observation until 1971. The 47-foot tower was opened to tourists on June 9, 2001. Mount Tremper is the site of Zen Mountain Monastery, the main house of the Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism.The Mount Tremper trailhead is a lovely hike any time of year. Many come to fish for Rainbow Trout at the Esopus Creek.

Lodging and dining

Mount Tremper is home to The Pines, a locally owned honky tonk and restaurant. Kate's Lazy Meadow is a motel owned by Kate Pierson, one of the founding members of The B-52s.Although it is called Woodstock Brewery, this craft brewery is closer to Mt. Tremper than Woodstock! Overlook Creek Cottages is a compound that overlooks the Esopus and views of Mt. Tremper.

Notable residents

References
  1. "Mount Tremper, New York". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved January 1, 2009.
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