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Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area is located on Route 344, Copake Falls, NY 12517 in Columbia County and Dutchess County. "The park is located along 16 miles of the Taconic Mountain Range, sharing a border with Massachusetts and Connecticut. Two developed areas, Copake Falls and Rudd Pond, offer an extensive trail system with terrain that varies from easy to challenging, offering spectacular views.
"The extensive campground at Copake Falls has sites to accommodate campers seeking a more rustic experience, as well as those seeking a more "home like" experience. There are 45 tent sites, 25 tent platforms, 36 trailer sites and three cabin areas for a total of 106 campsites and 18 cabins.
"There are plenty of activities for campers, as well as day visitors to enjoy in the oldest State Park in the Taconic Region. Bike or stroll along the Harlem Valley Rail Trail, hike to Bash Bish Falls, just over the Massachusetts border or up Brace Mountain, the highest point in Dutchess County. Stop at the newly created Iron Works museum to learn about the iron industry at the former site of Copake Iron Works, established in 1845. Fresh water fishing enthusiasts will delight in hooking brown trout and other fish in the Bash Bish Brook or rainbow trout in the old iron ore mine pit.
"In season both deer hunting (rifle/shotgun/bow) and turkey hunting (bow only, until 12 Noon) are permitted. A New York State hunting license is required. Please be aware that Taconic State Park property encompasses land in both Dutchess and Columbia Counties. Please adhere to the appropriate regulations set forth by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation."
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Things To Do at Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area
Beach
Biking
Cabins, Campsites, Cottages (Some cabins are wheelchair accessible)
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Dumping Stations
Fishing
Grills
Hiking
Hunting
Museum & Visitors Center
Picnic Tables and Pavilions
Playgrounds
Recreation Programs
Scenic Views
Showers
Swimming Beach
Waterfalls
Winter Activities
Cross-Country Skiing
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing Trails
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Visit these popular attractions in or near Taconic State Park.
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A portion of the
Appalachian Trail runs through Taconic State Park.
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Bash Bish Falls is the most dramatic and highest single drop waterfall in Massachusetts.
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Copake Iron Works Museum, established in 1845, remained active until 1903.
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Hiking trails:
Harlem Valley Rail Trail is a picturesque trail with interpretive signs.
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Visit Taconic State Park, Rudd Pond Area.
Wheelchair Accessible*
Accessible indicates that, to the extent practicable, this facility or activity meets the Americans with disabilities Act accessibility standards. It is strongly recommended that you contact the facility in advance for a full description of facilities.
Location: Copake Falls
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Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area
