• Catskill Mountains - With audio guides providing commentary based on GPS location, travelers can tailor their own itinerary along the tour route to suit their interests and schedule.
• Ashokan Rail Trail - Situated along the northern shore of the Ashokan Reservoir, the Ashokan Rail Trail offers stunning views of the reservoir and the Catskill Mountains from various vantage points. This crushed gravel trail is accessible to most bicycles and is also perfect for walking and trail running.
• Ashokan Reservoir - Positioned at the eastern end of the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway, the Ashokan Reservoir is a crucial source of drinking water for New York City. Visitors are attracted to this expansive reservoir for its breathtaking scenery and recreational activities, making it an ideal location for hiking, biking, birdwatching, and enjoying the surrounding mountains.
• Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - This scenic gondola ride provides spectacular panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains throughout the year, from the lush greenery of summer to the vibrant autumn foliage. The Belleayre Mountain Gondola is a must-visit attraction, offering visitors a remarkable and easily accessible vantage point to appreciate the beauty of the Catskills.
• Emerson Kaleidoscope - This enormous kaleidoscope, housed inside a former grain silo, offers a unique blend of art and entertainment, allowing visitors to embark on a distinctive sensory journey. The world’s largest kaleidoscope is a must-see for those who enjoy quirky and unusual attractions.
• Margaretville - The neighboring towns of Margaretville and Arkville are renowned for their friendly communities, vibrant arts scene, lively local shops, and excellent dining options. It’s worth spending at least an hour or two to park and explore these towns on foot. Of particular interest is the Water Discovery Center, which may sound mundane but is actually quite fascinating, and the historic Delaware & Ulster Railroad.
• Catskills Visitor Center - Located at the Catskills Visitor Center in Mount Tremper, the Upper Esopus Fire Tower is just a short hike from the parking area and offers visitors fantastic views of the surrounding mountains. It’s a great opportunity to learn about the role fire towers played in early forest fire detection.

• Toll free phone, chat and email support
• Pre-download and tour offline
• Location-based stories, tips & directions that autoplay
• App-based self-guided experience, no in-person guide needed
• Buy once, use forever, includes free updates
• In-app and web trip planners
• GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour with 72 Points
• Flexible routes with suggested itineraries or create your own

• Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour to enhance your Catskill Mountains road trip experience. Enjoy captivating behind-the-scenes stories, local insights, and directions that play automatically, all triggered by your location.

You’ll be led to the area’s renowned attractions as well as hidden treasures, such as the world’s largest kaleidoscope, a scenic gondola ride offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains, and a large reservoir celebrated for its stunning scenery and recreational activities.

Relish the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, allowing more time at locations that captivate you.

• Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location
• Travel at your own pace
• Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi required
• Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use
• Purchase once, enjoy forever! No expiration, includes free updates
• It’s like having a tour guide accompany you on your drive

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

• How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
• Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
• Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under ‘My Tours’ over WiFi or cellular data.
• Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
• Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
• Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
• Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
• Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
• Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
• Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
• Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
• The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.