Walton & Masonville
The main thoroughfare of Walton, New York is lined with architectural gems, store fronts and vintage signs that harken back to a time when Walton was bustling and now with a brand-new breath of fresh energy as a variety of new businesses fill the large storefronts of Delaware Street. Located along the West Branch of the Delaware River, Walton is not only home to some classic buildings like the historic Walton Theater and the Castle on the Delaware buildings but is host to a variety of spectacular events year round, including the Delaware County Fair which is held every August. Spend time in Walton and you’ll find a plethora of great food and beverage options. Travel to nearby Masonville for the classic Masonville General Store & Crescent Wrench Cafe. Hamden and Delancey are nearby towns worth visiting as well.
Walton offers accommodations for all. From retro motels to farm stays, you’ll find lodging that fits your needs. To be cozy while keeping nature close, Stony Creek Farm Stay offers a taste of farm life in their canvas tents. Wake up and gather eggs, take a farm tour and enjoy brick oven pizza on Saturday evening.
Walton Motel
607.865.4724
37 Stockton Avenue #1428
Walton, NY 13856
The Solitude Inn
1670 Chamberlain Brook Road
Walton, NY 13856
The Octagon Motor Lodge
607.865.3190
34350 State Highway 10
Walton, NY 13856
Stony Creek Farmstead (Summer Only)
607.865.7965
1738 Freer Hollow Road
Walton, NY 13856
The shops in Walton are filling the nooks and crannies of the beautiful buildings with new energy. You’ll find everything from pristine, mid-century modern gems to true treasures in the variety of antique shops. A visit to the main street of Walton offers a wide array of rare finds and surprises.
Breakey’s Liquor Store
(607) 865-5997
11 Bridge Street
Walton, NY 13856
Doog Goods & Studio Chillbillies
146 Delaware Street
Walton, NY 13856
Full Circle Antiques & Collectibles
607.510.4161
164 Delaware Street
Walton, NY 13856
Little Dipper Antiques
607.761.2670
127 Delaware Street
Walton, NY 13856
Masonville General Store & Crescent Wrench Cafe
607.265.3808
2095 State Highway 206
Masonville, NY
M & Friends Antiques
607.766.5529
136 Delaware Ave
Walton, NY 13856
Yarn Over Craft and Hobbies
607.287.0083
22 North Street
Walton, NY 13856
Yolo Mercantile
91 Townsend Street
Walton, NY 13856
Walton offers everything from modern eateries and neighborhood spots. A recent addition to the town is the Awestruck Mill, open weekends serving their house-made ciders and small bites. A little drive out of town is worth it to visit The Rainbow Lodge, and a weekly brick-oven pizza night at Stone Creek Farmstead in the summer is a must!
Awestruck Mill
34 Howell Street
Walton, NY 13856
Danny’s
607.865.8496
14 Gardiner Place
Walton, NY 13856
Gramma D’s Pizza
607.865.6588
192 Delaware Street
Walton, NY 13856
TA’s Place
607.865.7745
249 Delaware Street
Walton, NY 13856
The Rainbow Lodge
607.865.7534
440 Rainbow Lodge Road
Walton, NY 13856
Packing Heat
607.510.4056
38 West Street
Walton, NY 13856
Daisy Queens Ice Cream
718.683.8224
10 West Street
Walton, NY 13856
Masonville General Store & Crescent Wrench Cafe
607.265.3808
2095 State Highway 206
Masonville, NY
The Penguin Ice Cream & Snack Bar (Seasonal)
607.467.1119
11181 State Highway 8
Masonville, NY 13804
Stony Creek Farmstead (Seasonal)
607.865.7965
1738 Freer Hollow Road
Walton, NY 13856
The Dirt Dog Hut (Seasonal)
Upper Delaware Street at Corner of High Street
Walton, NY 13856
For a small town, Walton offers a variety of entertainment. The Walton Theater is a great destination. They screen classic and contemporary films, host coffee house music concerts and more in the historically preserved theater. A few art galleries around town offer openings and workshops and the Castle on the Delaware offers spunky entertainment alongside drinks and eats.
Walton Theater
607.865.6688
30 Gardiner Place
Walton, NY 13856
Castle on the Delaware
917.348.7890
139 Stockton Avenue
Walton, NY 13856
KIPNZ Art Gallery
607.510.4062
150 Delaware Street
Upstairs 2A
Walton, NY 13856
Big Little Art Studio
51 North Street Suite 4
Walton, NY 13856
One of the greatest parts of Walton and the Great Western Catskills is the great outdoors. There are options for exploration year around and close to Walton is the expansive Bear Spring Mountain Campground and Day Use area. There are a plethora of hikes and adventures to be had.
Arctic-China State Forest
Masonville, NY 13804
Finger Lakes Trail, Beals Pond
Getter Hill Road
Masonville, NY 13804
Bear Spring Mountain Wildlife Management Area
Trout Brook Road,
Walton, NY 13856
Bassett Park
27 High Street
Walton, NY 13856
Rock Rift Fire Tower
Walton, NY 13856
John “Jack” Kelly Memorial Pool, Walton Public Pool
607.865.5003
21 Townsend Street
Walton, NY 13856
Walton Veterans Park Place Plaza
171 Delaware Street
Walton, NY 13856
The summer brings about an array of events to Walton. Each Friday the Walton Farmers Market is bustling with live music and fresh veggies, meats and goods. First Fridays, a town wide event the first Friday of each month, is an event spotlighting local businesses with specials and activities. August brings the annual and robust Delaware County Fair with tractor pulls, local produce, carnival rides, demolition derbys and much more. The Fairgrounds are open to the public year-round with winter events like snowmobile races and space for walks and jogging. Check out The Castle on the Delaware, this former armory building looks like an actual castle. This restaurant and event space hosts a wide array of events from live music, open mic nights to roller-skating parties.
The Castle on the Delaware Year-Round
Walton Theater Year-Round
Walton Farmers Market July-September Fridays 10am-2pm
Walton First Fridays Summer
Delaware County Fair August
Images, from top to bottom, courtesy of:
Stony Creek Farmstead
Walton Motel
Doog Goods
The Rainbow Lodge
Castle on the Delaware
Bear Spring Mountain Park
Delaware County Fair