The Catskill Fire Tower Project, now in its 21st year will open for the summer season on Saturday, May 26th. The 5 fire towers that are part of this volunteer project are Balsam Lake, Hunter, Overlook, Red Hill and Tremper. From Memorial Day through Columbus Day on weekends and holidays, volunteers will open the fire tower cabs from 10am to 4 pm so that visitors can enjoy the stunning views (weather permitting), learn about the fire tower history, and how to safely and enjoyably recreate in the Catskill Forest Preserve. The Annual Lighting of the Fire Tower event will take place on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend.
The Catskill Fire Tower Project, now in its 21st year will open for the summer season on Saturday, May 26th. The 5 fire towers that are part of this volunteer project are Balsam Lake, Hunter, Overlook, Red Hill and Tremper. From Memorial Day through Columbus Day on weekends and holidays, volunteers will open the fire tower cabs from 10am to 4 pm so that visitors can enjoy the stunning views (weather permitting), learn about the fire tower history, and how to safely and enjoyably recreate in the Catskill Forest Preserve. The Annual Lighting of the Fire Tower event will take place on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend.