A refined dining experience complete with a lovely selection of wines. This restaurant is within the Crystal Springs Resort. Conveniently located a few minutes from the Minerals Hotel at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse of the Grand Cascades Lodge. Reservations required.

Plenty of nice hiking trails are available around the resort with everything from a relaxed leisurely walk to a challenging half day journey. The front desk at the Minerals Hotel has a detailed list of options.

Some details they provided:

-Wood Duck Nature trail = 13 min from Minerals Hotel, 3.3 mile trail, easy flat walk, more wildlife, more shaded

-Appalachian boardwalk = 11 min from Minerals Hotel, 4.1 mile trail, boardwalk + suspension bridge through wetlands, some wildlife, wildflowers, more sunny

-Cascade Lake = 26 min from Minerals Hotel, 9.1 mile trail, beautiful view of NYC skyline from summit, moderate to difficult hike depending on path

Just 15 minutes from Minerals Hotel, you can take a field trip to New York and visit Penning's to sip beer or cider at their beer garden. They also have some great locally-sourced food (can confirm great burgers!) and serve brunch on the weekends. They also offer a selection of seasonal market items and fruit picking, but you've got a wedding to attend!