Columbia County, NY

New York

A sunset over a calm lake with a large industrial structure and distant mountains.
A river with surrounding greenery and mountains in the background.
A wooden dock extending into a calm pond surrounded by autumn-colored trees.
A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense forest.
A street lined with historic buildings, a church spire, and parked cars.

Popular cities in Columbia County

USA, New York, Catskill Mountains. A stream cascades through the forest in the Catskill Mountains in New York.
Hudson
Known for Dining, Historical and Rivers
Explore Hudson: its opera, riverfront, art, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Olana State Historic Site
A snowy landscape with a frozen lake, a sign indicating the town of Copake boat speed limit, and a no golf carts sign.
Copake
Check out the local area in Copake—home to attractions like Robinson Pond and Copake Town Park.
A rural landscape with snow-covered fields, a winding road, and scattered trees.
Hillsdale
Quaint Hillsdale is calling! Discover its coffee, library, sunrises, and more.
A city street with buildings, parked cars, and solar panels.
Chatham
Escape to Chatham! Enjoy its theater and food.
A lush green landscape with a lake, a baseball field, and residential houses.
Germantown
Explore attractions like The Clermont Mansion and Tousey Winery as you discover things to see and do in Germantown.
A calm lake surrounded by dense evergreen trees and a few deciduous trees with autumn leaves.
East Chatham
Check out the local area in East Chatham—home to attractions like Meizinger Lake and Hand Hollow Conservation Area.

Stay near popular Columbia County attractions