When the Spanish influenza was sweeping over the cities many hundreds of people were dying. Those that recoved had weak lungs so they came to the mountains for their health. Because the air is dry people could regain their health easier. Most of the tuberculosis camps are found in the high parts of the Catskills, but more so in the Aderondocks. There is also great scenery in the mountains.
Many people come touring through to see the beautiful scenery of the mountains.
There are also many parks in the Catskill mountains. There is Onteora Park, Elka Park, and Twilight Park. There are also many beautiful places in these parks. Some of the good summer and winter resorts are mountain houses. The most famed view in the world is the Katerskill House.