Near the foothills of the Shawangunk Mountains, Middletown offers a variety of unique attractions. For a magical adventure, view the magnificent Hudson Valley from the air on a hot air balloon ride. You can fly up and away with the certified pilots of
Above the Clouds and
Fantasy Balloon Flights. Reserved flights depart May through November from
Randall Airport, just an hour’s drive from New York City.
If you prefer fast cars, head to the
Orange County Fair Speedway. One of the oldest continuously operating racetracks in the world, it was constructed for horseracing in 1857. Today it features stock car and motorcycle races, demolition derbies and other events. Each July, the fairgrounds host the
Orange County Fair. Make a reservation at
Ring Homestead Camp for outdoor adventures like paintball, high ropes courses,
camping and swimming.
Highland Lakes State Park, a few miles south of the Shawangunks, is popular for
fishing,
hiking and horseback riding.
For a fun and nostalgic experience, see a movie “al fresco” at the
Fair Oaks Drive-In Theatre, one of several in New York preserving the tradition of theater under the stars. Downtown, the landmark
Paramount Theatre presents Broadway shows, dramas, music and children's programs. To see beautiful
architecture and design, tour the historic
Morrison Mansion Hall or the
National Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, a magnificent chapel set amid rose gardens, outdoor shrines and a picnic grove.
Pick up fresh seasonal produce including pick-your-own apples and pumpkins at
Maples Farm or nearby
Soons Orchards and Farm Market. Power shoppers love the
Galleria at Crystal Run, with over 140 specialty stores, restaurants and cinemas.