Stepping into Camptown, there's a whiff of campfire in the air and the sound of screen doors thumping shut. Pine needles underfoot, drinks clinking at Casa Susanna, and kids skipping to the pool round out the day.
What to Expect:
🏕️ A mix of modern cabins and thoughtfully restored lodge rooms
🍽️ On-site restaurant (Casa Susanna) serving inventive Mexican fare and cocktails
🔥 Firepits, sauna, and summer pool for both relaxing and mingling
🎒 Pantry stocked with essentials, s'mores kits, and morning Stumptown coffee
🌳 Quiet grounds just a quick drive to both Hudson and Catskill
Important Information:
✔ Front desk staffed from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM; late check-in supported, call ahead
✔ Accessible rooms available, with step-free entry throughout the main lodge
✔ Dog-friendly property (amenity kit at arrival), kids welcome in cabins and rooms
✔ Booking directly recommended for best rates; two night minimum on weekends
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
👟 Hidden Trail: The Sleepy Hollow loop trailhead is a mile up the road—go early before locals crowd the small lot.
🥾 Best Room Hack: Book a cabin farthest from the driveway for calmer mornings and fewer headlights.
🥚 Early Eats: Head to Otto's Market in Germantown for strong coffee and breakfast sandwiches if you're up before lobby service.
♨️ Sauna Note: Request an extra wood basket—staff will show you the right way to heat it up for cold Catskill nights.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests praise the blend of camp nostalgia and modern touches, noting clean cabins, crisp linens, and staff who know the area. Casa Susanna gets high marks for both breakfast and dinner, while the pool and sauna are steady draws in both summer and winter. Reviewers highlight thoughtful touches like great coffee, s'mores kits, and a genuinely helpful front desk, especially Sheri. Downsides mentioned: occasional road noise from Route 23B, some variation in cabin layouts and decor compared to marketing photos, and pool area busier with families in high summer. Nearly all find Camptown a reliably inviting base, especially for groups, couples, and pet travelers.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
