Mid-Hudson Valley & Catskills
Ulster County, New York
County seat: Kingston
Ulster County stretches from the Hudson River west into the Catskill high peaks, a county of river cities, farm towns and mountain hamlets. Kingston, New Paltz and Woodstock each carry a distinct identity.
Cities, Towns & Communities
- Kingston
- New Paltz
- Saugerties
- Woodstock
- Ellenville
- Highland
4 full community guides available in this county.
Attractions
- Mohonk Preserve
- Minnewaska State Park Preserve
- Historic Kingston's Stockade
Parks & Recreation
- Minnewaska State Park Preserve
- Mohonk Preserve
- Catskill Park
Transportation
The New York State Thruway (I-87) follows the river, with Route 28 climbing west into the Catskills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the county seat of Ulster County?
Kingston is the county seat.
Is Woodstock where the festival happened?
No. The 1969 Woodstock festival was held in Bethel, Sullivan County; Woodstock is the Ulster County town that gave the event its name.