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All Bedford Village Listings
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Bedford Presbyterian Church | ||
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The Bedford Presbyterian Church sits majestically on the Village Green in Bedford Village. When planning your trip to the Hudson River Valley, be sure to visit the charming hamlet of Bedford Village located in the town of Bedford in Westchester County, NY. Visit Bedford's Historic District dating back to the 18th century. more . . . |
All Cortlandt Manor Listings
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Hudson Highlands Gateway Park | 914-734-1050 | |
Hudson Highlands Gateway Park
Cortlandt, Westchester County Hudson River Valley, New York State "The 5.2 miles of trails in this park co-owned by Scenic Hudson, the Town of Cortlandt and Westchester County offer exciting opportunities to explore forests, rock ridges, streams and wetlands, as well as the myriad wildlife dependent upon them. Hudson Highlands Gateway Park is managed by the Town of Cortlandt, with trails maintained in cooperation with the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference." website and more . . . |
All Cross River Listings
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Cross River Reservoir | ||
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Oscawana Island Nature Preserve | 914-271-3293 | |
Oscawana Island Nature Preserve is located at Furnace Dock Road, Off Route 9, Cortlandt 10567 in Westchester County.
Oscawana is a natural Hudson River waterfront park that is bisected by Furnace Dock Road and the Hudson Division Railroad Line. Oscawana Island lies along the Hudson River. This is an excellent spot for birding and possibly sighting a Bald Eagle in winter. The park also has tidal marshlands frequented by Least Bittern and a newly grown forest that contains a river flowing through the mid-northern section. more . . . |
All Irvington-on-Hudson Listings
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Irvington-on-Hudson
Click to enlarge picture of "Scenic views from Irvington-on-Hudson". The Village of Irvington-on-Hudson, also known simply as Irvington, is located in the Town of Greenburgh in southwest Westchester County, New York. Irvington-on-Hudson is one of the beautiful River Towns of Westchester County that borders the Hudson River. It is located only 20 miles north of midtown Manhattan and is served by a Metro-North Train Station making Irvington a desirable place to live and visit. Irvington shares its western border with the Hudson River, Dobbs Ferry is to the south with the City of White Plains located east of Irvington and Tarrytown-on Hudson to the north. Irvington includes within its boundaries the community of Ardsley-on-Hudson. Ardsley-on-Hudson has its own zip-code and its own Metro-North station. photos and more . . . | |||
Matthiessen Park in the Village of Irvington | 914-591-7736 | ||
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Matthiessen Park is set along the Hudson River in the Village of Irvington-on-Hudson, New York. Relax, wade in the water (small beachfront), picnic, look out at the Tappan Zee Bridge, or bring the children to play in the park. Matthiessen Park is the location of Irvington's Riverside Concerts and Movies held in the summer. website and more . . . | |||
Scenic Hudson Park at Irvington "Scenic Hudson Valley" | 914-591-7736 | ||
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All Mount Vernon Listings
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Willson’s Woods Park & Pool | 914-813-6990 | |
Willson's Woods Park and Pool is located at East Lincoln Avenue, Mount Vernon NY 10550, Westchester County. Willson's Woods is one of the oldest parks in Westchester County. Willson’s Woods is a 23-acre park offering a beautiful swimming pool and adjacent English Tudor style bathhouse along with areas for picnicking and fishing. website and more . . . |
All City of New Rochelle Listings
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Huguenot Park - Handicapped Accessible Playground | 914-235-4565 | |
Huguenot Park / Twin Lakes, a handicap accessible park, is located at North Ave. & Eastchester Road, New Rochelle, NY 10804 in Westchester County.
From Huguenot Park: "Located in front of New Rochelle High School. It contains two lakes with a walking trail, a large, fully accessible children's playground known as Jacks Friendship Garden, a children's library and benches. Accommodates fishing and seasonal ice skating." website and more . . . |
All City of Peekskill Listings
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Charles Point at China Pier | 914-734-7275 | |
China Pier at Charles Point Park, in the City of Peekskill, New York, Westchester County, provides an expansive view of Peekskill Bay on up to Bear Mountain, and the Bear Mountain Bridge. It was used by the Fleischmann Company to import the raw materials at its vast yeast and gin factory. Now, it hosts the tall ships during Peekskill Celebration and provides a great spot for a picnic and river watching. website and more . . . | ||
Riverfront Green Park | 914-734-7275 | |
Riverfront Green Park is located at 1 Robin Drive, Peekskill NY 10566 in northern Westchester County.
With a backdrop of the Hudson Highlands, kayakers, swans and occasional barges, this is an ideal spot to river watch, enjoy a picnic, or bring the kids to the playground. Many special events are held during the year. Call for more information about events at Riverfront Green Park. website and more . . . |
All Pocantico Hills Listings
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Kykuit, The Rockefeller Estate "Historic Site" | 914-631-8200 | |
Kykuit Rockefeller Estate, an historic site of the National Trust, is located in Pocantico Hills, New York. However, all tours begin at 381 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591 in one of the River Towns of Westchester County.
Click to enlarge photo of Kykuit, Rockefeller Estate in Sleepy Hollow. photos, website and more . . . |
All Pound Ridge Listings
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Pound Ridge Historic Farm "Scenic Pound Ridge" | ||
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These historic barns are part of an 18th century farm located in Pound Ridge, NY. Pound Ridge, located only 50 miles north of Manhattan, is a beautiful rural area of Westchester County. more . . . | ||
Pound Ridge Ponds "Scenic Pound Ridge" | ||
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Lovely ponds, lakes, and streams add to the natural beauty of Pound Ridge. Pound Ridge, incorporated in 1788, is located only 50 miles north of Manhattan in a rural area of Westchester County. Pound Ridge is a community recognized for its natural beauty and appreciated as a peaceful country retreat, where winding roads, wooded hills, and beautiful ponds and lakes sprinkle the landscape. photos and more . . . | ||
Snowscapes: Historic barns in Pound Ridge Snowfall | ||
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These historic barns are part of an 18th century farm located in Pound Ridge, NY. Pound Ridge, located only 50 miles north of Manhattan, is a beautiful rural area of Westchester County. more . . . | ||
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation - Pound Ridge | 914-864-7322 | |
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, a 4,315-acre park, is the largest park in Westchester County. The park is divided in area between the towns of Pound Ridge and Lewisboro. The northern one-third of the park is in Lewisboro and the remaining two-thirds of the park are in Pound Ridge.
Click to enlarge picture of "Visitor Center at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation". As you drive into the park and up to the main entrance booth, you'll see the visitor center on your right and the Art Center a short distance ahead, on your left. photos, website and more . . . |
All City of Rye Listings
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Jay Heritage Center | 914-698-9275 | |
Jay Heritage Center, a National Historic Landmark, is located at 210 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY 10580 in Westchester County.
"The Jay Estate in Rye is the childhood home of one of our nation’s greatest leaders and Founding Fathers, John Jay (1745-1829). Thanks to the efforts of its subsequent owners who cherished it and community advocates who saved it, this sylvan and historic 23 acre oasis, once part of an expansive 400 acre farm, still boasts a magnificent view to Long Island Sound and is now open to the public. For visitors, it provides a rare and truly breathtaking window into our past and a glimpse of the horizons that Jay and his descendants saw for our new country. website and more . . . | ||
Playland Amusement Park, Beach & Pool | 914-813-7010 | |
Playland Amusement Park and Pool, located at 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, NY 10580 in southern Westchester County, is a Metro New York family amusement park and entertainment center. Featuring more than fifty rides for children and adults, Playland also offers free entertainment and has a beach, pool, boardwalk, and pier on scenic Long Island Sound, lake boating, picnic area, mini-golf and indoor ice-skating.Playland Amusement Park is America's only government owned and operated amusement park.
Things To Do at Playland Amusement Park aka Rye Playland. website and more . . . |
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Hudson Highlands | 845-225-7207 | |
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The sign reads: "For much of its 315-mile course, the Hudson River flows straight and broad. But at the Highlands, the Appalachian mountain chain intersects the river to create a fifteen mile stretch of rugged, mountainous landscape. This area contains the river's narrowest and deepest points, as well as its fastest currents. The Hudson River is an estuary, a mixture of salt and freshwater, and the saltwater line extends just north of Beacon. The River is tidal all the way up to the Troy Dam above Albany." website and more . . . |
All City of White Plains Listings
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Garden of Remembrance | 914-696-0738 | |
The Garden of Remembrance, is located in front of the Michaelian Office Building at 148 Martine Ave, White Plains, NY 10601 in Westchester County.
"The Garden of Remembrance was created by the Holocaust and Human Rights Education Center, formerly known as both the Westchester Holocaust Education Center and the Westchester Holocaust Commission, to honor the memories of the millions of men, women and children destroyed in the Holocaust and to pay tribute to the brave people of all faiths who risked their lives to save others. "Within the Garden stand the “Gates of Remembrance” created by sculptor Rita Rapaport to memorialize the suffering and death of millions during the Nazi era from 1933 to 1945. As you stand before the Gates, we are called to Remember what we must NEVER forget. website and more . . . | ||
Saxon Woods Park & Pool | 914-995-4480 | |
Saxon Woods Park and Pool, a 700-acre property, is located on Mamaroneck Avenue in White Plains, NY 10605. "Saxon Woods Park contains an 18-hole golf course as well as a miniature golf course, the county’s largest swimming pool, a children’s aquatic playground and picnic areas. It is also the site of the county’s only playground that is accessible to the disabled. website and more . . . |
All City of Yonkers Listings
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Habirshaw Park on the Hudson "Scenic Hudson Valley" | ||
Habirshaw Park
Yonkers, Westchester County Hudson River Valley, New York State From Scenic Hudson: "Scenic Hudson is working with New York State, Westchester County, the City of Yonkers and the Beczak Environmental Center to create a five-acre riverfront public park, esplanade and environmental education center with stunning views of the Palisades. Historically the area was dominated by industrial facilities that blocked public access to the river. Once slated for six, 38-story apartment buildings, the property is now protected by a 25-acre conservation easement held by The Scenic Hudson Land Trust. The park is currently open but improvements are continuing." website and more . . . | ||
Sprain Ridge Park & Pool | 914-231-3450 | |
Sprain Ridge Park and Pool in Yonkers offers cyclists a day of fresh air and exercise in a wooded and natural environment. Sprain Ridge Park is a large land preserve with a variety of landscapes, ranging from heavily wooded areas to large and impressive rock outcroppings. The park was previously owned by the Boyce Thompson Institute, a botanical research center, and a result, contains many unusual and exotic woodland plants. website and more . . . | ||
Tibbetts Brook Park & Pool | 914-231-2865 | |
Tibbetts Brook Park and Pool, a 161-acre park, is located at Midland Avenue, Yonkers NY 10710, Westchester County. This beautiful park offers an exciting new aquatic complex. There’s a spray playground for kids of all ages, in-pool basketball and volleyball, lap lanes for getting in a daily swim workout, and of course, the signature “lazy river” that inspired the re-naming of this fabulous destination as “The Brook.” website and more . . . |
All Yorktown Heights Listings
Yorktown Heights Scenic Hudson Valley |
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FDR, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park | 845-245-4434 | |
The Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park is located at 2957 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598 in Westchester County.
About Franklin D. Roosevelt Park: "A scenic haven approximately 40 miles from New York City, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park offers day trippers a day of fun and relaxation. The park's spacious picnic areas, which can accommodate individual families as well as large groups, may be reserved in advance. The park's mammoth pool can hold 3,500 bathers at one time. In addition the park offers a host of other activities for people of all ages to enjoy. website and more . . . |
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Take a scenic drive through Northern Westchester. Enjoy the many beautiful lakes, reservoirs, and mountains in the Northern Westchester landscape. See landscapes of mountains, valleys, and the Hudson River Valley. Allow your senses to take-in the natural beauty of the rivers and mountain backdrops; photograph the views. If you're visiting or live in New York City, in approximately one hour you can visit Northern Westchester County. In an article published July 19, 1914 in the New York Times, The Automobile Club of America suggests "A Short Auto Trip In Westchester Ways: Scenery reminiscent of the Surry Hills and good roads mark run through historic ground . . . "
Although much has changed since 1914, Westchester County still offers spectacular natural scenery. Drive along one of many scenic country roads in Westchester and view a scenic panorama of the valley. Drive along Route 121 and view the natural beauty surrounding the area. Visit Cross River Reservoir where you can go boating in Cross River in the quiet and serene waters of the Cross River Reservoir. If you brought your fishing gear, what could be more relaxing than fishing in Cross River in this peaceful setting? If you're taking a scenic drive through Westchester and want fun things to do on the way, takea family day-trip to one of the beautiful parks in Westchester, NY along the Hudson River or the Long Island Sound and go fishing, or boating or relax with a picnic at a Westchester County park. On hot days of summer, cool off in one of many swimming pools and beaches available throughout Westchester County. A day exploring the Ward Pound Reservation can be exciting and invigorating. Nature and natural landscape surround you.
Hiking and picnicking offer a great day out with kids in summer or winter. A day in Ward Pound Ridge also offers an educational day out in the woods. Ward Pound Reservation offers many hikes for beginners and advanced hikers. Picnic in the park and let the children absorb the nature that surrounds them. Explore the countryside when visiting Westchester County. Go birding, hiking, biking, and for fun things to do in the winter, go cross-country skiing at one of many trails available in Westchester County. If driving through Northern Westchester County with children, the kids will love Teatown Lake Reservation. Teatown’s Nature Center houses nature education exhibits and a live animal collection of a variety of non-releasable animals. You can even go on a scheduled Frog Hunt! When driving through Southern Westchester County, don't miss an opportunity to bike or drive along the River Towns. Tour the charming towns of Dobbs Ferry, Irvington-on-Hudson, Tarrytown, and Sleepy Hollow, up to Croton-on-Hudson, and the city of Peekskill.
Drive along Bear Mountain Parkway leading to the Bear Mountain Bridge. The views are unsurpassed in natural beauty. Watch the sun set over the Bear Mountain Bridge. Bike along one of Westchester's many biking paths such as the North County Trailway spanning 22.1 miles in Westchester County, from Eastview in the Town of Mt. Pleasant, to Baldwin Place in Somers. This biking trail continues for two more miles into Mahopac in Putnam County as the Putnam Trailway. The North County Trailway is a paved bicycle and pedestrian path located primarily on right-of-way lands of the former Putnam Division of the New York Central Railroad. If you enjoy golf, visit golf courses in Westchester County. On many golf courses you will see amazing views of the Hudson Valley. Autumn in the Hudson Valley is spectacular; especially as leaves begin to turn to red, golden yellow, and rich shades of cranberry and plum. Surprise the children; even the older kids, love a day-out apple, berry, or pumpkin picking. Take a scenic drive into the countryside and walk in the beautiful parks and on the scenic trails of the Hudson Valley. In autumn, the backdrop of breathtaking fall colors enhances a hike on the hiking trails, biking paths, and just walking in the parks of Westchester County. Explore scenic parks offering playgrounds and picnicking for the whole family. Select outdoor activities in Westchester County. Westchester offers many things to do with children, as well as fun activities for singles, or family activities. While taking a scenic drive through Westchester County, visit Westchester's parks, nature preserves, hiking trails, biking trails, and more; all very beautiful and abundant in this most southern county in the Hudson Valley of New York. |