What to Do in The Hudson Valley on a Friday

Blithewood Garden Arboretum at Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson Nearly 1,000 Acres, Birding, Dawn to Dusk, Estuary, Fields, Forests, Guided & Self-Guided Tours, Historic, Hudson River Tributary, No Dogs, Open Daily, Trails, Wetlands

Blue Lake/ Sterling Forest Lake in Tuxedo Fishing, located within Sterling Forest State Park

Boardman Road Branch Library in Poughkeepsie ☂

Bounce in Poughkeepsie ☂

Bowdoin Park in Wappingers Falls 300+ Acres, Cross-Country Running Course, Gaga Ball Pit, Hiking Trails, Hudson River Views, Ice Skating, Lodge, Passive Recreation, 5 Pavilions, Picnicking, Playground, Scenic Overlook, Sand Play Area, Sledding, 2 Softball Fields, Splash Pad, Sand Volleyball Court, Wetlands

Bower Park in Pleasant Valley Accessible Playground, Benches, Biking, Picnic Area, 2 Soccer Fields, Trail Access, XX Skiing

Brettview Recreation Area in Wappingers Falls 13.85 Acres, 4 Baseball/ Softball Fields, Basketball Court, Dawn to Dusk, Playground

Build-A-Bear Workshop in The Poughkeepsie Galleria ☂

Buttercup Farm Audubon Sanctuary in Pine Plains 640+ Acres, Birding, Dawn to Dusk, Nature Study, 6 miles of Trails

Cady Field & Recreation Park in Pleasant Valley Ball Fields, Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle Boat Launch, Pavilion

Camp Foster in Fishkill Grills, Lake, Lookout Tower, Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Scenic, Small Pond

Carnwath Farms Historic Site & Park in Wappingers Falls 99+ acres, Architecture, Community Garden, Hudson River Views, Open Grassy Areas, Picnic Areas, Picturesque Countryside, Reese Cultural Center, Sports Museum of Dutchess County, Tea Room Pavilion, 3-mile Trail Network

Carriage Hill Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Court, Green Space, Play Equipment

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Trails in Millbrook Seasonal, Biking, Birding, Creek, Forest, Hiking Trails, Nature Study, Nature Trails, No Pets, Pond, Wetlands, Wildlife

Castle Point in Wappingers Falls 40 Acres, 2 Baseball Fields, Hudson River Views, Pavilion, Playground, Veteran Memorial

Christ Episcopal Church Urban Park in Poughkeepsie Benches, Dawn to Dusk, Open Spaces, Passive Recreation, Playground

Clinton Nature Trail in Rhinebeck Birding, Creek, <1 mile Trail, Nature Study, Wetland, Wildlife, Wooded

Cole Palen’s Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome in Red Hook Air Shows, Biplane Rides & Lighthouse Tours, Dog-friendly, Museum, Seasonal

Contender eSports Hudson Valley ☂

Creekside Park in Poughkeepsie Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Restrooms (Seasonal)

Crestwood Park in Poughkeepsie Baseball Field, Batting Cages, Playground, Tennis Court, Veteran’s Memorial

Crown Heights Park in Poughkeepsie Baseball Fields, Basketball Court, Playground

Country Club Estates Park in Poughkeepsie Green Space, Play Equipment, Tennis Court

David C. Cardinal Memorial Field in Hyde Park Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Playground

DC Indoor Golf in Poughkeepsie 8 PGA Tour Simulators with 50 courses each, Food ☂

Dennings Point and Klara Sauer Trail in Beacon 4.8+ Mile Out & Back Trail, Dogs, Hudson Highlands Mountain Views, Hudson River Views, Riverside

Dia Beacon Advanced reservations suggested, Art Gallery & Installations ☂

Dinsmore Park in Staatsburg Basketball Court, Gazebo, Grill, 2 Multi-Purpose Fields, 2 Playgrounds, War Memorial

Doherty Park in Hopewell Junction Dawn to Dusk, Dog Park, Forest, Hiking Trails, Nature Study, Wooded Nature Trail, Ponds, Streams

Dominican Overlook Trail at Mills Norrie State Park (Margaret Lewis Norrie) in Staatsburg Esopus Island Views, Hudson River Views, Wooded Walking Path

Doty Park in Hyde Park Playground, Adjacent to Vanderbilt Historic Site

Doug Phillips Memorial Park in Fishkill Basketball Court, Nature Trail, Picnicking, Playground, Restrooms, 2 Softball Fields, 3 Tennis Courts

Dover Stone Church Preserve in Dover Plains 174 Acres, Geological Study, 4 Miles of Hiking Trails, Stream, Waterfalls

Drayton Grant Park at Burger Hill in Rhinebeck 76 Acres, Berkshire Mountain Views, Birding, Catskill Mountain Views, Grasslands, Hiking, Nature Study, Panoramic Vistas, Picnicking, Shawangunk Mountain Views, Sledding, Taconic Mountain Views, Views of Stissing Mountain, Wildlife

Dutchess Lake Park in Fishkill Fishing, Passive Recreation, Picturesque, Pond, Tot-Lot with Swings

East Fishkill Community Library in Hopewell Junction ☂

East Fishkill Unit in Stormville 800+ Acres, Fishing, Hiking & Hunting

Edward R. Murrow Memorial Park in Pawling Ball Fields, Boat Rentals, Canoeing, Dogs, Kayaking, Paddle Boat Launch, Picnic Tables, Playground, Pond, Sledding, Snowshoeing, Trails, Pavilion, XX Skiing

Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site’s Grounds & Trails in Hyde Park

Eleanors Walk and Top Cottage Trail History, Val Kill Loop Trail is 1-mile, Top Cottage Trail is 2 miles Round Trip, Wooded Paths

Emmadine Pond in Hopewell Junction 13-Acre Lake, Dawn to Dusk, Fishing by Permit, Ice Skating, Paddle Boating

Fairview Park in Poughkeepsie Baseball Field, Playground, Veteran’s Memorial

FDR Home National Historic Site Grounds & Gardens in Hyde Park 1000+ Acres, Benches, Birding, Carriage Trails for Walking/ Hiking, Gardens, Henry A Wallace Visitor Center, Hudson River Views, Part of Hyde Park Trails (HPT), Memorial, National Historic Site, Open Daily except 3 Holidays, Open Grassy Area, Passive Recreation, President’s Library, Restrooms, Riverfront, Tours

Ferncliff Forest & Fire Tower in Rhinebeck Camping, Dawn to Dusk, Fire Tower, Fishing, Forest Preserve, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Picturesque, Trails, Walking, XX Skiing, Year-Round

Fisherman’s Park in Wappingers Falls Boat Launch, Fishing

Fishkill Farms in Hopewell Junction Cider Bar, Cider Donuts, CSA, Dogs, Farm Store, PYO Apples/ Blackberries/ Blueberries/ Chard/ Cherries/ Eggplant/ Flowers/ Green Beans/ Kale/ Nectarines/ Pears/ Peas/ Peaches/ Peppers/ Plums/ Pumpkins/ Raspberries/ Strawberries/ Summer Squash/ Tomatoes, Seasonal, Wagon Rides

Fishkill Ridge 600 Acres, Birding, Dogs, Geology, Mountain Biking, Mountain Views, 6 Miles of Rugged Trails, Sunrise to Sunset, Vistas, Waterfall, Wildlife, XX Skiing

Flannery Field in Beacon Green Space, Pavilion with Picnic Tables, Playground, Swings, Sidewalk Games

Fleetwood Park in Wappingers Falls 2 Acres, Basketball Court, Playground

Four Brothers Drive-in in Amenia Arcade, Art Walk, Boutique Drive-in Movie Theater, Dogs, EV Charging, Fire Pit, Food, Gardens, Mini Golf, Playground, Seasonal

Frederick E. Godfrey Park in Verbank Baseball/ Softball Diamond, Basketball Court, Little League Field, Pavilion, Sand Volleyball

Freedom Park & Freedom Lake in Pleasant Valley Basketball Court, Birding, Grills, Concession Stand, Hiking, Lake, Multi-Use Sports Field, Passive Recreation, Pavilions, Restrooms, Picnic Tables, Sand Volleyball, Stream Fishing, Swimming, Walking Trails, Wooded Nature Interpretive Trail

The Gardens Trail in Rhinebeck Temporarily Closed as of August 2022

Gravity Vault in Poughkeepsie Indoor Rock-Climbing Gym ☂

Green Street Park in Beacon Athletic Field, Basketball Court, Green Areas, Pavilions, Picnic Areas, Playground, Restrooms

Greenfields Park in Hyde Park Fishing, Grill, Multi-Purpose Ball Field with Backstop, Pavilion with Picnic Tables, Playground Areas, Walking Trail, Wheelchair Accessible Swing

Greentree Park in Hyde Park Backstop, Birding, Multi-Purpose Field, Nature Study, Passive Recreation, Pocket Park

Greenvale Park in Poughkeepsie Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Fishing, Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms, Soccer Fields, Tennis Court

Greig Farm in Red Hook Catskill Mountain Views, Dogs, Creek, Farm Market, Koi Pond, Lodging, Mountain Biking, Orchard, Pond, Feed Pygmy Goats, Picturesque, PYO Apples/ Asparagus/Blackberries/ Blueberries/ Gourds/ Peas/ Pumpkins/ Strawberries/ Sugar Pumpkins, Seasonal, 3 Loop Trails Open Dawn to Dusk, Wildlife

Freedom Lake at Freedom Park in Pleasant Valley Seasonal

Hackett Hill Park in Hyde Park 45 Acres, Creekside, Disc Golf Course, Forest, Geology, 1.1 Mile Loop Hiking Trails, Historic Rock Walls, Horseshoe Pit, Multi-Purpose Field, Pavilion, Swimming Pool, Scenic

Hagantown Park A.K.A. Millbank Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Court, Green Space, Playground, Tennis Court

Halcott Mountain Wild Forest in Lexington & Halcott Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Snowshoeing, Trapping, XX Skiing

Hessel Museum of Art at CCS Bard in Annandale-on-Hudson ☂

Hillis Park in Poughkeepsie Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Green Space

Hopeland Area Trail at Mills Norrie State Park 1.6 Mile Trail on Wooded Paths with Some Hills

Hopewell Recreation Park in Hopewell Junction 60 Acres, 6 Baseball Fields, All-Purpose Fields, Concession Stand, Gaga Pit, Gazebo, Ice Skating, Lighted Tennis Courts, Pavilions, Playground, Roller Hockey Rink, Skate Park, 3/4 Mile Walking Trail

Howland Public Library in Beacon ☂

Huckleberry Point Trail in Elka Park 4.5 Mile Out & Back Trail, Birding, Dogs, Forest, Hiking, Mountain Views, Nature Study, Scenic Overlook, Streams, Wildlife

Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve 8,000+ Acres, Bird Conservation Areas, Birding, Boating, Camping, Canoeing, Dogs, Eagle-Viewing, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, 70+ Miles of Trails, Hudson River Views, Kayaking, Mountain Views, Nature Study, Portable Toilets at Parking Lot, Scenic, Sunrise to Sunset, Wildlife

Hulme Park in Poughkeepsie Lighted Basketball Court, Playground, Seating Areas

Hyde Park Drive-in Dog-Friendly, Food, Seasonal

Hyde Park Free Library ☂

Hyde Park Station Appointment Required, History, Home to Hudson Valley Railroad Society, Seasonal, Trains

Hyde Park Trails (HPT) Benches, Birding, Eagles, Grassy Areas, Hiking, History, Hudson River Shoreline & Views, Mansions, National Historic Sites, Nature Preserve, Nature Study, Picturesque, Scenic Overlooks, 34+ Miles of Trails, National Parks, State Park, Sunrise to Sunset, Trees, Wooded

Innisfree Garden in Millbrook 185 Acres, Benches, Chinese Culture, Gardens, Lake, Passive Recreation, Picnic Area, Picturesque, Reservations Required, Seasonal, Sitting Areas, Tours, Walking Trails

Iron Mine Pond in Millerton 5 Acre Pond, Birding, Fishing, Nature Study, Located in Taconic State Park south of Rudd Pond Area, 4.7 Mile Loop Trail

James Baird State Park in Pleasant Valley 590 Acres, Basketball, Biking, Dogs, Driving Range, Golf Course, Hiking, Picnic Areas, 2 Picnic Pavilions, Playgrounds, Playing Fields, Softball, Snowshoeing, Sunrise to Sunset, Tennis, 7 Miles of Wooded Trails, XX Skiing

James J. Temple Memorial Park in Wappingers Falls Basketball Court, Birding, Boating, Fishing, Multi-Sport Field, Next to the Wappinger Creek Greenway Water Trail boat launch, Playgrounds, Soccer Field

Jean Van Pelt Park in Fishkill Creek, Volleyball, Fishing, Passive Recreation, Picnicking, Stream-side Nature Trail

Julie’s Jungle in Hopewell Junction 16,000 sq. ft. Accessible Playground, 5,500 sq. ft. Accessible Serenity Garden, Dawn to Dusk

k1 Speed in Poughkeepsie Go-Karts

Kaal Rock Park in Poughkeepsie Benches, Bridge Views (Mid-Hudson Bridge & Walkway Over the Hudson), Hudson River Views, Passive Recreation, Picnic Tables, Picturesque, Riverfront Promenade, Scenic, Shoreline

Lafayetteville Multiple Use Area in Milan Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Paddling, Primitive Camping, Trapping

LaGrange Library in Lagrangeville ☂

Lagrange Park in LaGrangeville Baseball & Softball Fields

Lakeside Park in Pawling Baseball, Basketball, Biking, Canoeing, Grills, Community House, Lake, Lake House, Pavilion, Playground, Skate Park, Soccer Fields, Swimming, 4 Tennis Courts, Volleyball, Walking Trails, XX Skiing

Leetown Recreation Area in Stormville 5 Acres, Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Playground, Soccer Fields

Legacy Park in Millbrook Lighted Football Field, Pavilion with Picnic Tables 1/2 Mile Walking Trail

Legion Memorial Park in Rhinebeck Fishing, Grills, Ice Skating, Lake Access, Open Green Space, Paddle Boating, Pavilion, Trees, Veterans Memorial

Lime Kiln Recreation Park in Wappingers Falls 22 Acres, Athletic Fields, Basketball Court, Fitness Center, Handball/ Paddleboard Court, Picnic Area, Julie’s Jungle Accessible Playground & Sensory Garden, Tennis Courts 1/2 Mile Walking Trail

The Links at Union Vale in LaGrangeville 18-Hole Public Golf Course, Mountain Views, Pro Shop, Open Daily from Sunrise to Sunset

Little Free Library Charter #15381 at 3999 Albany Post Rd. in Hyde Park

Little Free Library Charter #27202 at 18 Regency Dr. in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #31377 at 21 Church St. in Poughquag

Little Free Library Charter #40789 at 3 Kim Lane in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #42383 at 212 Skidmore Rd. in Pleasant Valley

Little Free Library Charter #45595 at 83 N. Water St. in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #86666 at 2391 New Hackensack Rd. in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #88749 at 1657 East Noxon Rd. in Lagrangeville

Little Free Library Charter #94546 near Robinson & Duncan Sts, in Beacon

Little Free Library Charter #98036 at 3054 E. Church St. in Pine Plains

Little Free Library Charter #101753 at 20 Flower Rd. in Hopewell Junction

Little Free Library Charter #105051 at Fairview Ave. in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #109971 at 49 Fairfax Rd. in Fishkill

Little Free Library Charter #111708 at 348 Rt. 376 in Hopewell Junction

Little Free Library Charter #112315 at 3066 Rt. 22 in Dover Plains

Little Free Library Charter #113009 at 11 Saint Josephs Terrace in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #118015 at 3 Mulberry Lane in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #121538 at Mill St. & Wing Ave. in Dover Plains

Little Free Library Charter #123275 at Liberty & Grove Sts. in Beacon

Little Free Library Charter #123753 at 23 Roberts Rd. in Wappingers Falls

Little Free Library Charter #123872 on The Appalachian Trail near Duell Hollow Parking Spots in Pawling

Little Free Library Charter #129412 at 287 Old Rt. 22 in Wassaic

Little Free Library Charter #130506 at 34 Nassau Rd. in Poughkeepsie

Little Free Library Charter #132221 at 61 Market St. in Rhinebeck

Little Free Library Charter #141424 on Old North Rd. in Amenia

Little Free Library Charter #146974 at 24 Wendy Dr. in Poughkeepsie

Locust Grove Estate in Poughkeepsie 200 Acres, Architecture, Art Galleries, 5 Miles Carriage Roads for Walking & Hiking, Dogs, Gardens, Historic Estate, Museum & Nature Preserve, Hudson River Views, Landscape Architecture, Mountain Views, Museum Shop, Nature Study, Open Meadows, Passive Recreation, Picturesque, Scenic Overlook, Visitor Welcome Center, Woods

Long Dock Park in Beacon 19 Acres, Bike Rack, Biking, Birding, Dawn to Dusk, Dogs, Fishing, Hudson River Shoreline & Views, Mountain Views, Nature Study, Paddle Boat Launch, Passive Recreation, Rentals (Canoes, Kayaks, Paddleboards), Sitting Areas, Walking Paths, Wetlands, Wildlife, XX Skiing

MacGhee Park in Lagrangeville 6.7 Acres, Ball Field, Basketball Court, Benches, Picnic Tables, Playground

Madam Brett Park in Beacon 12 Acres, Benches, Birding, Creekside, Nature Study, Open Year-round, Passive Recreation, Walking/ Hiking Path, Picturesque, Sunrise to Sunset, Waterfall, Wooded

Malcolm X Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Court & Tennis Court

Martz Field in Wappingers Falls 11 Acres, Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Beach Volleyball Courts, Pavilion, Pickleball Courts, 2 Tennis Courts, Volleyball Courts

Maurer Geering Park in Fishkill 2 Lit Basketball Courts, Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms, 3 Tennis Courts

Maybrook Trailway Leg of Hudson Valley Greenway Trail on The Empire State Trail from Pawling to Hopewell Junction

McCann Memorial Golf Course in Poughkeepsie 18-Hole Public Golf Course, Driving Range, Pro shop, Rental Clubs, Snack Bar

McGrath Field in Hopewell Junction Premier All-Purpose, Lighted Field

Memorial Center Park in Millbrook Community Center, Creek, Kid’s Kingdom Playground, 4 Lighted Softball Fields, Pavilion with Picnic Tables

Memorial Park in Beacon Accessible Playground, 8 Ball Fields, Basketball Courts, Batting Cage, Benches, Concession Stand, Dog Park, Passive Recreation, Restrooms, Soccer/ Active Sports, 2 Tennis Courts

Merritt Bookstore & Toy Store in Millbrook ☂

Mesier Park in Wappingers Falls Benches, Passive Recreation, Birding, Historic Homestead, Pavilion, Walking Paths, Landscaping, Memorial & Flag

Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum in Poughkeepsie 5 Exhibit Galleries, Outdoor Children’s Garden ☂

Mill Creek Sports Complex in Millbrook 30 Acres, Batting Cages, Creek, Grills, Multi-Purpose Baseball/ Softball Facility with 6 Lighted Fields, Pavilion with Picnic Tables, 1/2 Mile Walking Trail

Millbrook Library ☂

Millbrook Tennis Court Facility 2 Lighted Tennis Courts

Millerton Memorial Park & Skate Park Baseball, Playground, Skate Park

Mills Norrie State Park (Margaret Lewis Norrie) in Staatsburg Biking, Birding, Boat Launches, Cabins, Camping, Docking, Dogs, Fishing, Grills, Hiking, Historic, Hudson River Views, Lodging, Marina, Pavilions, Restrooms, Snowshoeing, Walking/Hiking Trails, Wooded, XX Skiing

Minnie Massey Park in Millbrook 4 Acres, Pavilion with Picnic Tables, Grills & Fireplace, 1/4 Mile Walking Path

Montgomery Place at Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson Architecture, Birding, Catskill Mountain Views, Dawn to Dusk, Farm Stand, Gardens, Hudson River Views, Mansion, Nature Study, Open Daily, Orchards, No Pets, Pond, Restrooms, Tours (suspended as of August 2022), Trails, Visitor’s Center, 235 Acres of Woodlands

Morgan Lake in Poughkeepsie 19 Acres, Shore Fishing

Motorcyclepedia Museum in Newburgh Motorcycles, Bicycles & Memorabilia, World’s Largest Indian Motorcycle Collection ☂

Mount Gulian Historic Site in Beacon Architecture, Dutch Barn, Heritage Garden, Historic Home, Picturesque, Scenic, Tours – Reservations Required, Seasonal, Virtual Tours

Nellie Hill Preserve in Dover Plains Birding, Meadows, Nature Study, No Pets, Picturesque, Walking Trails, Wildlife, Woods

New Hamburg Park in New Hamburg Adjoins Reese Audubon Sanctuary, Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Playground, Tennis Courts, Wappinger Greenway Trail Segment

NorthEast-Millerton Library in Millerton ☂

Oblong Books in Millerton ☂

Oblong Books in Rhinebeck ☂

Ogden Mills & Ruth Livingston Mills State Park Adjoins Mills Norrie State Park, Biking, Birding, Catskill Mountain Views, Dogs, Fishing, Food, Hiking, Home of Dinsmore Golf Course & Staatsburgh State Historic Site, Hudson River Views, Mansion, Open Grassy Areas, Picnic Area, Picturesque, Sledding, Snowshoeing, XX Skiing

OMG Entertainment’s Virtual Reality 9D Movie Experience at The Poughkeepsie Galleria ☂

Overlook Drive-in in Poughkeepsie Dog-Friendly, Food, Seasonal

Overlook Golf Center in Poughkeepsie Batting Cages, Driving Range with 25 Stations, Mini Golf

Overlook Park in Poughkeepsie Fishing, Football, Paddle Sports

Overocker Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Court, Baseball Field, Playground, Tennis Court

The Pawling Library ☂

Pawling Nature Reserve 1000+ Acres, Appalachian Trail Segment, Birding, Brook, Hunting, Nature Study, Scenic Overlooks, Wildlife

Pawling Recreation Town Park in Pawling 3 Baseball/ Softball Fields, Batting Cages, Concession Stand, Walking Trails, XX Skiing

Peach Hill Park in Poughkeepsie 159-Acre Park Preserve, Benches, Birding, Catskill Mountain Views, Dogs, Mountain Views (Berkshires, Catskill, Hudson Highlands & Taconics), Nature Study, Panoramic Views, Passive Recreation, Picturesque, Scenic Overlooks, Wetland Area, 4+ Miles of Walking Trails, Wildlife

Pershing Avenue Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Courts, Benches, Covered Picnic Tables, Grassy Play Area, Playground

Pete and Toshi Seeger Riverfront Park in Beacon Basketball, Biking, Birding, Grills, Hudson River-Front, Mountain Views, Passive Recreation, Picnicking, Playground, Walking Trails, Volleyball, XX Skiing

Pine Echo Park in Poughkeepsie 1/2 Basketball Court, Green Space, Playfield, Swing Set

Pine Plains Free Library ☂

Pinewoods Park in Hyde Park Baseball Field/ Softball Diamond, 2 Basketball Courts, Creekside, Near Hyde Park Trails System, .7-Mile Loop Nature Trail, Skate Park, Picnic Shelter, Playground, Port-o-John, 2 Tennis Courts, Woods

Pleasant Valley Library ☂

Poet’s Walk Park in Red Hook 120 Acres, Benches, Birding, Catskill Mountain Views, Dogs, Historic, Hudson River Views, Picnicking, Snowshoeing, Walking Paths, Year-Round, XX Skiing

Pulaski Park Pool in Poughkeepsie Seasonal

Quiet Acres in Wappingers Falls 6 Acres, Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Creekside, Pavilion, Playground

Quiet Cove Riverfront Park in Poughkeepsie Accessible Kayak Launch, Flush Toilets, Hudson River Views, Kayak Slip Storage, 2 Observation Decks, Scenic Boathouse Porch, Seasonal, Spacious Picnic Areas, Waterfront

Recreation Park in Hopewell Junction Baseball Fields, Basketball Courts, Beach, Community Center, Concession Stand, Accessible Creekside Cove Mini Golf, Gazebo, Handball Courts, Lake, Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Playground, Restrooms, Tennis/ Pickle Ball Court, Sand Volleyball Court, Loop Walking Trail with Fitness Equipment Stations

Red Hook Public Library ☂

Red Oak Mills Park in Poughkeepsie 2 Baseball Fields, 2 Basketball Courts, Playground, Tennis Courts

Red Wing Park in Hopewell Junction 19 Acres, 8-Acre Lake, Beach, Concession Stand, Basketball Court, Fishing, 2 Pavilions, Picnic Area, Playground, Restrooms, Swimming, Volleyball Court

Reese Audubon Sanctuary in New Hamburg 98 Acres, Birding, Hudson River Views, Nature Study, Picnic Areas, Picturesque, 1-Mile Preserve, Trails, Wildlife

Reese Park Town Nature Preserve in Wappinger 40 Acres, Birding, Pond with Bench, Hiking, Pavilion with 2 Picnic Tables, Streamside, Waterfalls, Wooded Trails

Regal Fishkill Cinemas in Fishkill ☂

Regal Cinemas at Poughkeepsie Galleria Mall ☂

Rhinebeck Lions Mini Park in Rhinebeck Benches, Birding, Creek, Fishing, Gazebo, Grills, Passive Recreation, Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Picturesque, Playgrounds

Rhinecliff Landing in Rhinebeck Benches, Canoeing, Grills, Historic, Hudson River Views, Kayaking, Paddle Boat Launch, Pavilions, Picnic Tables, Picturesque

Riverfront Park in Hyde Park Near Historic Hyde Park Train Station, Hyde Park Greenway Trail Segment, Pavilion, Picnic Areas, Playground, Port-O-John in Summer

Riverfront Park in New Hamburg Birding, Hudson River Views, Passive Recreation, Playground with a Train Play Set

Riverview Park in New Hamburg Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Hudson River Views, Passive Recreation, Playground with Train Play Set

Robert G. Shepheard Memorial Park in Fishkill 4 Baseball Fields, Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Playground, Restroom

Robinson Lane Park in Wappingers Falls Adaptive Ball Field, 10 Baseball Fields, Basketball, Batting Cages, Paddle Boat Launch, Pavilion, Playground

Robinson Springs Park in Millbrook 3 Acres, Gazebo, Passive Recreation, Picnic Tables, Sitting Areas, Water Fountain

Rochdale Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Court, Canoeing, Kayaking, Creekside, Play Field, Playground, Sunrise to Sunset, Tennis Court

Rockingham Pak in Wappingers Falls Pond, Soccer Fields, Swing Set

Roger Perry Memorial Preserve in Dover Plains 120 Acres, Birding, Geology, Nature Study, Scenic Views, Short Loop Trail, Wetlands

Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail in Hyde Park Biking, Birding, Dogs, Parking on Rts 9 & 9D, Rolling Hills, 3.6 Miles Round Trip Trail, Stream, Sunrise to Sunset, Walking, XX Skiing

Rose Hill Farm in Red Hook 114 Acres, PYO Orchard Apples/ Apricots/ Blueberries, Cherries/ Nectarines/ Peaches/ Plums/ Sunflowers, Mountain Views, Picturesque, Seasonal, Winery Taproom

Route 52 Complex in Hopewell Junction 35 Acres, Multi-Purpose Athletic Fields, Pavilion, Playground

RPM Raceway at The Poughkeepsie Galleria ☂

Rudd Pond Area at Taconic State Park in Millerton Beach, Biking, Boat Launches, Boat Rentals, Camping, Dogs, Fishing, Grilling, Hiking, Hunting, Ice Skating, Lodging, Playgrounds, 64-Acre Pond, Scenic Views, Swimming

Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Branch Library in Poughkeepsie ☂

Sarah Taylor Park in Fishkill Canoeing, Creekside, Fishing, Gazebo, Kayaking, Large Open Field, Picnic Areas, Playground, Soccer Field, Walking Paths

Schlathaus Park in Myer’s Corners Bandstand, Town of Wappinger War Memorial

Sheafe Road Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Court, Playground, Softball Field

Shepheard Memorial Park in Fishkill Baseball Field, 2 Little League Fields, Concession Stand, Pavilion, Restrooms, Softball Field

South Avenue Park in Beacon Basketball Courts, Open Green Areas, Playground, Sledding, Tennis Courts

Spins Bowl Poughkeepsie ☂

Spins Bowl Wappingers Falls ☂

SplashDown Beach in Fishkill Arcade, Changing Rooms, Food, Gift Shop, Lazy River, Lockers, Outdoor Picnic Area, Private Cabanas, Sand Beaches, Seasonal, Splash Pad, Swimming Pool, Shipwreck Lagoon Wading Pool & Play Area, Water Whirler Ride, Waterslides, Wave Pool

Springside National Historic Landmark in Poughkeepsie 20 Acres, Birding, Dawn to Dusk, Landscape Architecture, National Historic Landmark, Trees, Year-Round

Spook Hill Park in Wappingers Falls Carriage Trails for Walking, Field House, Handball Court, Pavilion, Playground

Staatsburg Library ☂

Staatsburgh State Historic Site Biking, Birding, Catskill Mountain Views, Hiking, Hudson River Music, Mansion, Part of Ogden Mills & Ruth Livingston Mills State Park, Picnic Area, Riverfront Pavilion, Snowshoeing, Tours, Seasonal, Tours, XX Skiing

Stanley Still Park in Poughkeepsie Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Creekside Nature Trail with Fishing, Paddle-Boating, Playground, Softball Fields, 1/3-Mile Walking Track

Stissing Lake Park/ Pine Plains Beach Baseball, Basketball, Batting Cages, Beach, Beach House, Birding, Canoeing, Equestrian Trails, Fishing, Grills, 70-Acre Lake, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Multi-Purpose Green Space, Picnicking Areas, Snowshoeing, Soccer, Volleyball, XX Skiing

Stissing Mountain Multiple Use Area in Milan, Pine Plains & Stanford 590 Acres, Birding, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Snowshoeing, Trapping, Wildlife, XX Skiing

Stony Kill Farm in Wappingers Falls 1,000 Acres, Birding, Fields, Garden, Greenhouse, Nature Study, Open Barn (Seasonal, Weekends), Organic Community Garden, Pond, Restrooms, Scavenger Hunts, 8.5 Miles+ of Trails open Sunrise to Sunset, Wetland, Wildlife, Woodland, Working Farm with Chickens/ Cows/ Pigs/ Sheep/ Turkey

Stringham Park in LaGrangeville 9/11 Memorial, Basketball Court, Lacrosse, Keith’s Pond, No Pets, Soccer, Walking Tails

Sunnyside Park in Poughkeepsie Basketball Court & Playground

Sylvan Lake Beach Park in Hopewell Junction 65 Acres, Campground, Fishing, Lake, RV & Tent Campsites, Swimming

Taconic Hereford Multiple Use Area in Pleasant Valley 917 Acres, Camping, Dogs, 22.7 Miles of Hiking Trails, Hunting, 5 MiIes of Snowmobiling Trails, 4.4 Miles of Trails for Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding & Motorized Access for People with Disabilities, Trapping, Wildlife, Year-round, XX Skiing

Thomas J. Boyce Park in Wingdale Baseball, Basketball, Community Room, Dogs, Equestrian Riding Ring, Flying Field, Grills, Pavilion, Skate Park, Soccer Fields, T-Ball Field, 2 Tennis Courts, Volleyball, Walking/ Hiking Trails, XX Skiing

Thompson-Mazzarella Park Rhinebeck 72 Acres, Baseball Field, Basketball, Birding, Forest, 2 Pavilions, Picnic Areas, 2 Playgrounds, Indoor Pool, Rhinebeck Community Garden, Starr Library, Streams, Tennis/ Pickle Ball Courts, Tennis Courts, Sand Volleyball Court, 2.2 Miles of Trails

Thompson Pond Reserve in Pine Plains 530 Acres, Bog, Dawn to Dusk, NO Dogs, Forest, Geology, Hiking, Mountain View, National Natural Landmark, Nature Preserve, Nature Study, Paddle Boating, Passive Recreation, Picturesque, Pond, 2 Trails, Wildlife, Year-Round, XX Skiing

Tivoli Bays Management Area in Red Hook Biking, Birding, Canoeing, Catskill Mountain Views, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Hunting, Nature Study, Paddle Boat Launch, Wetland, Wildlife

Town Center Park in Hopewell Junction 47 Acres, Ballfields, Basketball, Batting Cages, Biking, Pavilion with Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Soccer Fields, Snowshoeing, 4/10 Level Mile Walking Path, Wetlands, XX Skiing

Townsend Park in Poughkeepsie Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Green Space, Playground

Trevor Zoo in Millbrook 6+ Acres, Open Daily, Reservations Required

Tymor Park & Forest in Lagrangeville 500+ Acres, Baseball/ Softball Field, Basketball Court, Camping Area, Equestrian Center, Kiddie Pool, Pavilions, Picturesque, Pool, Senior Citizens Hall, Tennis Courts

University Settlement Camp in Beacon Baseball, Creekside, Gym, Meadows, Swimming Pool, Theater, Woods

Upper Landing Park in Poughkeepsie

Upstate Film’s Starr Cinema in Rhinebeck ☂

Van Wyck Homestead Museum Grounds in Fishkill Historic, Museum Tours on Weekends, Self-Guided Tours of the Grounds Daily

Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site in Hyde Park Architecture, Art, Birding, Gardens, Hiking Trails, Museum Tours ☂, Nature Study, Open Daily (except for 3 holidays), Open Grassy Areas, Passive Recreation, Pavilion Visitor Center

Vassar Farm & Ecological Preserve in Poughkeepsie 415 Acres, Biking, Forest, Hiking, Home to Poughkeepsie Farm Project, Community Gardens & More, Nature Study, Open Green Spaces, Picturesque, Ponds, Running, Streams, Wetlands, Wildlife

Vassar Golf Course in Poughkeepsie Seasonal

Veterans Memorial Park in Beacon

Veteran’s Park in Wappingers Falls

Village Green Park in Millbrook Birding, Creekside, Memorial Gazebo, Passive Recreation, Playground, Tree-Lined 1/4 Mile Lighted Walking Path with Benches Vlei Marsh in Rhinebeck 165 Acres, Birding, Dawn to Dusk, Dogs, Forest, Mountain Biking, Nature Study, Picturesque, 1.4 Miles of Looped Walking Trails, Wetlands, XX Skiing

Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie & Highland World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge, Open Sunrise to Sunset, May Close for Lightning and/or high winds, Bike Rentals, Elevator 10 am – 6 pm, Flag, History, Hudson River Views, Mountain Views, Mobile Audio Tour, Restrooms, 1.28 miles long

Wappinger Lake in Wappingers Falls Fishing

Wappinger Recreation Park in Wappingers Falls Baseball Field, Basketball Court, Concession Stand, Pavilion, Sand Volleyball Court, Tennis Courts

Wappingers Falls Town Hall Bocce, Horseshoes, Senior Center, Shuffleboard

Wassaic Park Ball Field, Basketball Court, Creek, Paddle Boat Launch, Playground

West Mountain State Forest in Beekman & Dover 830 Acres, Biking, Camping, Fishing, Unmarked Hiking Trails, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Snowshoeing, Trapping, Wildlife, XX Skiing

Wethersfield Estate & Garden in Amenia Seasonal, Reservations recommended

Whitlock Preserve in Clinton Corners Birding, Forest, Nature Study, Pond, 2 Short Walking/ Hiking Trails, Wildlife

Wiccopee Recreation Area in Hopewell Junction 4 Acres, All-Purpose Athletic Field, Playground

Wilcox Memorial Park in Stanfordville 614 Acres, Basketball Court, Ball Fields, Birdwatching, Camping, 27-hole Disc Golf Course, Dogs, Fishing, 11 Miles of Hiking Trails, Nature Study, Open Pasture Landscapes, Pavilion, Paddle & Rowboat Rentals, Rolling Hills, Snowshoeing, Woodlands, XX Skiing

Wilderstein Historic Site in Rhinebeck ☂ 40 Acres, Benches, Birding, Gardens, Gazebo, Hudson River Views, Mountain Views, Museum, Open Daily, Passive Recreation, Petroglyph, Shoreline, Tours, Walking/ Hiking Trails, Wildlife

Winnakee Nature Preserve in Hyde Park 104 Acres, Building, A Few Benches, Historic, 1.1 Miles in 4 Walking/ Hiking Trails, Wildlife, Woodland

Wonder Lake State Park in Holmes Fishing, Hiking Trails, Hunting, Lake, Nature Study, Picturesque, Pond, Scenic Overlooks, Streams, Wildlife

Wow Arcade at The Poughkeepsie Galleria ☂

WRS Dutchess Rail Trail Leg of The Hudson Valley Greenway Trail on The Empire State Trail from Hopewell Junction to Poughkeepsie

Greene County

Airport Road Unit in Lexington 23 Acres, Hiking, Bow Hunting, Stream, Trapping

Angelo Canna Town Park in Cairo Ball Fields, Dog Park, Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Playground, Stream, Walking Path

Ashland Pinnacle State Forest 948 Acres, Birding, Primitive Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Snowshoeing, XX Skiing

Ashland Town Park Basketball Court, Benches, Grills, Ice Skating, Sand-Based Playground, Multi-Purpose Playing Field, Trees 1/2 Mile Walking Path

The Athens Pool Diving Board, Membership Required, 2 Large Pool + 1 “Kiddie Pool”, Residents Only, Seasonal

Athens Riverfront Park Bandstand, Canoeing, Hudson River Views, Kayaking, Paddle-Boat Launch, Picnicking, Walking

Barnum Road Unit in Maplecrest 53 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Batavia Kill Unit in Windham 2 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Stream, Trout

Batavia Unit in Windham 500 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Ponds, Streams/ Tributaries, Trapping

Beaches Corner in Hunter 180 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Bearpen Mountain State Forest in Prattsville, Lexington & Halcott 2,848 Acres, Primitive Camping, Forest, Hunting, Snowmobiling, Trapping, Wildlife (Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing & XX Skiing are allowed but there are no designated trails)

Beech Ridge in West Kill 733 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Black Dome Valley Unit in Windham 442 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife

Blodgett Road Unit in Windham 5 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Stream, Wildlife

Brandow Memorial Park in East Durham

Briars & Brambles Books in Windham ☂

Brooksburg Unit in Windham 77 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Brownell Creek Unit in Halcott Center 95 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, stream

Bump Mountain Unit in Windham 220 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Cairo Nature Center

Cairo Public Library ☂

Camp Meadowbrook in Hunter 30 Acres, Fishing & Hiking

Campbell Road Unit in Ashland 245 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Case Road Unit in Ashland 314 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Stream, Trapping

Catskill Park in Greene County 700,000 Acres across 4 Counties, Camping, Fishing (Brown Trout, White Sucker, Pumpkinseed), Forest, 5 Fire Towers, Fly Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Ice Fishing, Lakes, Meadows, 120+ Miles of Mountain Biking Trails, Mountain Views (Overlook, Hunter, Red Hill, Balsam Lake, and Tremper), Nature Study, Nordic/ XX Skiing, Paddlesports, Snowshoeing, Trapping, Wetlands, Wildlife

Catskill Public Library in Palenville ☂

Cave Mountain Unit in Jewett 370 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping, Wildlife

Center Jewett Unit in Jewett 226 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

The Colonial Trail System 7 Miles of Mountain-Biking

Colgate Lake Wild Forest in Jewett Located in Catskill Forest Preserve, 1500 Acres, Birding, Camping, Accessible Fishing Platform, Fishing (Brown Trout), Ice Fishing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking (allowed but no designated trails), Snowshoeing, Wildlife, XX Skiing

The Colonial Trail System in Tannersville Mountain-Biking

Coxsackie Riverside Park Basketball Court, Boat Launch, Boat-Washing Station, Docks, Gazebo, Kayak Launch/ Kayaking, Pavilion, Playground

Cozy Hollow Unit in Prattsville 448 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Deer Run Unit in Ashville 120 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Devasego Unit in Prattsville 188 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Schoharie Reservoir, Streams, Trapping

Diamond Notch Unit in Hunter 89 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Stream, Trapping

Dog Hill Unit in Prattsville 664 Acres, Across from Schoharie Reservoir, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Dutchman’s Landing Park in Catskill Boat launch, Picnic tables, Playground, Hudson River Views, Waterfront

East Windham Unit 104 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Elm Ridge Wild Forest in Windham 1,355 Acres, Biking, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Mountain Biking, Nature Study, Snowshoeing, Trapping, Wildlife, XX Skiing

Escarpment Trail Loop Hike in Haines Falls Hiking, Lakes, Located in Catskill Park, Nature Study, Scenic Views

Four Corners Unit in Prattsville 673 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Four-Mile Point Preserve in Coxsackie 7 Acres, Birding, Dogs, Canoeing, Fishing, Kayaking, Observation Platform, Picnicking, Sunrise to Sunset, Wetlands, Wildlife, Open Year-long

Garfield Avenue Unit in Hunter 25 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife

Glen Road Unit in Hunter 24 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife

Green Lake in Athens Fishing & Ice Fishing: Brown Trout, Chain Pickerel, White Sucker, Brown Bullhead, White Perch, Rock Bass, Pumpkinseed, Bluegill, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, White Crappie, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch

Greenville Drive-in Food, Friendly-Dog-Friendly, Seasonal

Greenville Public Library ☂

Halcott Center North Unit 31 Acres, Hiking, Hunting & Trapping

Halcott Mountain Wild Forest in Lexington & Halcott 4,760 Acres, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Snowshoeing, Trapping, XX Skiing

Halcott Unit in Halcott Center 31 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Hannacroix Creek Preserve in New Baltimore 133 Acres, 4 Major Trails, Birding, Creek with Falls, Hudson River Views & Waterfront

Heermance Memorial Library in Coxsackie ☂

High Peak Unit in Windham 105 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Historic Catskill Point and Freightmasters Building

Huckleberry Point Trail in Elka Park 4.5 Mile Out & Back Trail, Wildlife

The Huckleberry Trail in Tannersville 2.3 Mile Trail, Biking, Hiking, Lakeside (partially), Snowshoeing, XX Skiing, Walking

Hudson River Interpretive Trail in New Baltimore Birding, Eagle-Viewing, Hudson River Views & Waterfront, Marshland, Observation Deck, the first recycled plastic-milk carton bridge in the country

Hudson River Islands State Park in Coxsackie No Docks, Picnicking, Seasonal, Accessible Only by Boat

The Hudson River School Art Trail Nature Study, Picturesque

Hudson River Skywalk in Catskill & Hudson 6-Mile Out & Back Pedestrian Walkway, Catskill Mountain Views, Connects 2 National Historic Landmarks, Hudson River Views, Restrooms

Hunter Mountain Hiking Trails 600-4200 Elevation, Fire Tower, High Peaks, Hiking, Nature Study, Picnic Area, Restrooms, Rugged Trails, Scenic Views & Overlooks, Wildlife

Hunter Mountain Ski Slopes & Terrain Park 320 Skiable Acres, 13 Ski Lifts, Lessons, Rentals, Seasonal, Skiing, Snowboarding, Terrain Park

Hunter Public Library ☂

Hunter-West Kill Wilderness 19,250 Acres in the Catskill Park Forest Preserve, Birding, Camping, Fishing, Forest, Hiking Trails (Becker Hollow, Devil’s Path, Diamond Notch, Hunter Mtn.), Hunting, 5 Mountain Peaks (West Kill at 3,880′, North Dome at 3,610′, Sherrill at 3,540′, Balsam at 3,340′ & Sheridan 2,220′), Nature Study, 6 Parking Areas, Scenic Vistas, Snowshoeing, Streams, Trapping, Waterfalls, XX Skiing

Hunterfield Creek Unit in Prattsville 422 Acres, Creek, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Trapping, Wildlife

Huntersfield Headwaters Unit in Prattsville 49 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife

Indian Head Wilderness in Hunter & Ulster Counties 11,500 Acres, 5 Major Peaks: (Plattekill, Indian Head, Twin, Sugarloaf & Plateau), Birding, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Located in Catskill Forest Preserve, Mountain Vistas, Nature Study, Rugged, Snowshoeing, Trapping, Wildlife Watching, XX Skiing

Jennie Notch Unit in Windham 389 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Pond, Streams, Trapping

John Burroughs Woodchuck Lodge in Roxbury Free Guided Tours on 1st Weekends from May to October, Hiking, National Historic Landmark, Picturesque, Rustic Farmhouse, Scenic

John Chase Brook Unit in Prattsville 95 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife

The Kaaterskill Clove Experience, from Palenville to Haines Falls Birding, Camping, Canoeing, Dutchman’s Landing Park, Escarpment Trail Loop Hike in Haines Falls, Fishing, Historic Catskill Point and Freightmasters Building, Inspired the Hudson River School of Art, Hudson River Views & Waterfront, Huckleberry Trail, Hudson River Skywalk, Hunter Mountain Resort, Kaaterskill Falls & Viewing Platform, John Burroughs Woodchuck Lodge, Kaaterskill Clove Lookout, Kaaterskill Rail Trail for Biking & Walking/Jogging, Lakes, Mountain Top Arboretum, Mountain Top Historical Society & Art Trail Center, Nature Study, North-South Lake Campground & Day Use Area, Olana State Historic Site (Columbia County), Picnicking, Picturesque, Pratt Rock & Pratt Rock Park in Prattsville, Scenic Vistas, Shops, Restaurants, Snowshoeing, Thomas Cole National Historic Site , Waterfalls, Wildlife, XX Skiing, Zadock Pratt Museum

Kaaterskill Clove Lookout in Palenville1.8-Mile, Roundtrip Hike with Dramatic Views of Lower Kaaterskill Clove & the Hudson Valley

Kaaterskill Falls Hiking, Waterfall

Kaaterskill Rail Trail 3-Mile, Out & Back Trail, Biking, Birding, Nature Study, Scenic Views of Kaaterskill Falls, Snowshoeing, XX Skiing

Kaaterskill Wild Forest in Haines Falls 7,620 Acres, Birding, Camping, Hiking Trails, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Kaaterskill Falls & Waterfall Overlook Platform, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Trapping, XX Skiing

Katydid Creek Unit in Jewett 143 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Stream, Trapping, shares a Border with Blackhead Range Wild Forest

Lake Heloise Unit in Windham Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Lanes Brook Unit in Hunter Hiking, Hunting & Trapping

Lanesville Unit in Hunter Hiking, Hunting & Trapping

Lewis Creek Unit in Ashland Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Little Free Library Charter #28554 at 4021 Rt. 42 in Lexington

Little Free Library Charter #55868 at 3304 Rt. 67 in Freehold

Little Free Library Charter #69700 at 4865 Rt. 32 in Catskill

Little Free Library Charter #77792 at 40 Woodland Ave. in Catskill

Little Westkill Unit in Lexington 320 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Long View Park in New Baltimore 76 Acres, Birding, Fields, Geology, Grasslands Birds Habitat, Hiking Trails, Historic 19th Century Homestead, Hudson River Views & Shoreline, Nature Study, Picnicking, Scenic Overlooks, Snowshoeing, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife, XX Skiing

Maben Hill Unit in Prattsville 347 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping

Macumber Road Unit in Prattsville 145 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Stream, Trapping

Maplecrest Unit in Windham 625 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Ponds, Near Windham High Peak Wild Forest, Streams, Trapping

Maplecrest Road Unit in Windham 50 Acres, Hiking, Streams

Mawignack Preserve in Catskill 144 Acres, Birding, Catskill Creek, Dogs, Fishing, Free, Hiking, Nature Study, Open Year-Round from Dawn to Dusk, XX Skiing

Mill Hollow Unit in Jewett 5 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, River, Trapping, Wildlife

Mill Street Unit in Windham 2 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Stream

Mitchell Hollow Unit in Windham 39 Acres, Hiking, Bow-Hunting, Streams, Trapping

Mitchell Hollow Brook in Windham 3 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Stream, Trapping, Wetlands

Mosquito Point Unit in Prattsville 9 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, River, Trapping, Wildlife

Mountain Top Historical Society in Haines Falls 40-Acre Campus, Access to Kaaterskill Rail Trail, Forest, Visitors’ Center (hours fluctuate based on the availability of volunteers), Hudson River School Art Trail Interpretive Panels

Mountain Top Arboretum Education Center & Trails in Tannersville 178 Acres, Birding, Boardwalks, Boulder Amphitheater, Education Center, Fairy Garden, Forest, Gardens & Trails Open Daily from Dawn to Dusk, Geology, Labyrinth, Open Meadows, Pond, Public Garden, Hiking Trails, Rain Gardens, Self-Guided Tour, Snowshoeing, Wetlands ☂

Neal Road Unit in Hunter 22 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Near Hunter-West Kill Wilderness, Phoenicia-Mt. Tobias Wild Forest, Trapping, Wetlands

New York Zipline Canopy Tours at Hunter Mountain Family-Friendly Mid-Mountain Tour (6 Ziplines & 4 Suspension Bridges, 9 Tree Platforms, 65′ Rappel, Longest Zipline is 650′ & 60′ above the forest floor), Skyrider Tour (5 Ziplines Spanning 4.6 Miles, Reaches Speeds Up To 50 mph, 500′ Long Burma Bridge, Seasonal

North Ashland Unit in Ashland 360 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, rapping

North Lexington Unit in Lexington 202 Acres, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping

North-South Lake Camping & Day Use Area in Haines Falls ADA Fishing Platform, 2 Beaches, Camping, Located in Catskill Forest Preserve, Fishing (chain pickerel, brown bullhead, pumpkinseed, black crappie, and largemouth bass), Forest, Grills, Hiking Trails with Scenic Vistas, 2 Lakes, Mountain Views, Nature Study, Paddleboat Rentals, 2 Picnic Areas, Picnic Pavilion, Picturesque, Playground, Playing Field, Restrooms, Showers, Stand-Up Paddle-Boarding & Rentals, Swimming, Wildlife

Old Road Unit in Windham 63 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Bow Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Wildlife

Park Road Unit in Lexington 10 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife

Partridge Road Unit in Ashland 62 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife

Patterson Ridge Unit in Ashland 688 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping, Wildlife

Pecoy Notch Unit in Hunter 28 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Nature Study, Stream, Wildlife

Pine Island Mountain Unit in Lexington 593 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife

Pinekill Meadows in Windham 200 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife

Platte Clove Road Unit in Hunter 108 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Schoharie Creek, Streams, Trapping, Wetlands, Wildlife

Pratt Rock & Pratt Rock Park in Prattsville Stone Carvings Depicting the Life of Zadock Pratt, 1st Civil War Memorial, Hiking, Historic, Open Daily, Stone Benches & Chairs

Piano Performance Museum in Tannersville ☂

Rah’s Playland & Parlor in Kingston Batting Cages, Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, Restaurant, Seasonal

Railroad Bend Unit in Hunter 52 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife

Rainbow Golf Club in Greenville 18 Hole Course Open to the Public, Lodging, Picturesque & Hilly Terrain, Seasonal

RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary in Catskill 612 Acres, Birding, Canoeing, Dogs, Eagle-Viewing, Forest, Free, Hiking, Hudson River Greenway Water Trail Site, Kayaking, Picnicking, Snowshoeing, Tidal Swamp, Open Year-Round from Dawn to Dusk, Walking, Wildlife Watching, XX Skiing

Red Falls Unit in Prattsville 337 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife

Red Kill Headwaters Unit in Halcott 228 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Rice Street Unit in Jewett 21 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Nature Study, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Richmond Unit in Windham 297 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Rip Van Winkle (Golf) Country Club in Palenville 9-Hole Golf Course, Catskill Mountain Views, Open Daily to the Public, Tavern, Seasonal

Riverside Park in Coxsackie Basketball Court, Boat-Washing Station, Docks, EV Charging Station, Gazebo, Hudson River Views & Shoreline, Kayak Launch, Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms

Expanded docks and kayak launch on the Hudson River. Gazebo, Pavilion, Playground, bathrooms, boat washing station, EV charging station.

Roarback Brook Unit in Lexington 48 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Near Vinegar Hill Wildlife Management Area, Streams/ Brook, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Roaring Kill Unit in Hunter 177 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Near Indian Head Wilderness, Trapping, Stream, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Round Top Trail Network/ Roundtopia in Round Top 20 Miles of Mountain-Biking Trails, 5 Access Points, Covered Bridge, Mountain Views, Pond, Stream, 3 Waterfalls, 60′ Wooden Bridge

Roundtop Mountain Unit in Hunter 330 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Near Kaaterskill Wild Forest, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Rusk Mountain Wild Forest in Lexington, Hunter & Jewett Camping, Fire Tower, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Snowshoeing, Trapping, Wildlife Watching, XX Skiing

Rusk Mountain Unit in Jewett 146 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Rutgers Creek Wildlife Conservancy/ Paul F. Brandwein Institute in Greenville 72 Acres, Birding, Forest, Interpretive Hiking Trails, Meadow, Nature Study, Stream, Swamp, Wildlife Watching

Scenic Skyride at Hunter Mountain Seasonal

Schohaire Creek & East Kill Runs through Prattsville, Windham & Hunter; Fishing: Bass, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Walleye, Yearling

Schohaire Creek Unit in Prattsville 57 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Schohaire Headwaters Unit in Hunter 67 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Near Indian Head Wilderness, Nature Study, Trapping, Streams, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Scribner Hollow Unit in Jewett 283 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Silas Lake Road Unit in Halcott 48 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Ski Run Road Unit in Prattsville 270 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Ponds, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

South Jewett Unit in Jewett 270 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Near Kaaterskill Wild Forest, Ponds, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

South Mountain Extension Unit in Windham 86 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Near Ashland Pinnacle State Forest, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

South Roundtop Unit in Hunter 300 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Ponds, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

South Scribner Hollow Unit in Hunter 233 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature study, Pond, Streams, Trapping, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Spruceton Unit in Lexington 8 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Trapping, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Stony Clove Notch Unit in Hunter 195 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Streams, Trapping, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Stony Clove Unit in Hunter 96 Acres, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Next to Hunter Mountain Wild Forest, Trapping

Sunny Hill Resort & Golf Course in Greenville 300 Acres, All-Inclusive Family Resort, Day Spa, Forest, 9-Hole Golf Course, Lake, Lodging, Panoramic Views, Playgrounds, Seasonal, Wooded Trails

Tannersville-Hathaway Trail System 4-Mile Trail, Hiking, Mountain-Biking, Walking, XX Skiing

Tap Jam Unit in Windham 182 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking. Nature Study, Ponds, Streams, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Thomas Cole National Historic Site in Catskill Historic Buildings, The Hudson River School Art Trail, Mountain Views, Private Tours

Thunderheart (Golf) at Sunny Hill in Freehold Seasonal, Championship Golf Course, Par 72, 11 Ponds, 15 Sand Traps, Breathtaking Views, 6482 Yards, Pavilion, Restaurant

Tumbleweed Unit in Lexington 29 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, River, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

Twilight Park Unit in Hunter 84 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Near Kaaterskill Wild Forest, Streams, Trapping, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Vinegar Hill Wildlife Management Area 394 Acres, Birding, Fields, Fishing, Forest, Nature Study, Pond, Stream, Wildlife Watching

Warner Creek North Unit in Hunter 58 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Stream, Trapping

West Ashland Unit in Ashland 222 Acres, Birding, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Pond, Streams, Trapping, Wildlife Watching

West Halcott Unit in Halcott 108 Acres, Birding, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Streams, Trapping, Wetlands, Wildlife Watching

Windham (Golf) Country Club 18-Hole Public Golf Course, Catskill Mountain Views, Lessons, Open 7 days/week, Pro Shop, Restaurant, Seasonal

Windham Mountain Bike Park Seasonal

Windham Mountain Skiing Seasonal

Windham Mountain Sky Ride Seasonal

The Windham Path in Windham Biking, Hiking, Meadows, Mountain Views, Snowshoeing, XX Skiing

Windham-Blackhead Range Wilderness in Cairo, Durham, Hunter, Jewett & Windham 18,000 Acres, 13 peaks over 3,000 feet in elevation, Birding, Camping, Hiking, Hunting, Nature Study, Snowshoeing, Trapping

Zipline New York in Hunter Family-Friendly Mid-Mountain Tour, Skyrider Tour, Seasonal, Book Online or Call

Zoom Flume Water Park in East Durham Dozens of Water Slides & Attraction Including: Black Vortex Dark Enclosed Water Slide, Canyon Plunge Body Slide, 3-Lane Grand Prix Splashway, Lagoon Activity Pool, Lazy River, Mighty Anaconda Body Slide, Pelican Pond Shallow Pool with Fountains & Small Slide, Rip Van Racer Duo Mat Slide, Riptide Cove Wave Pool, Typhoon Twister Bowl Slide, Wild River Gently Sloping Pool, Wild Water West Lagoon Activity Pool, Seasonal

Hudson Valley | Multi-County

Albany-Hudson Electric Trail Leg of Hudson Valley Greenway Trail on The Empire State Trail from Kinderhook in Columbia County to Nassau in Rensselaer County

Balsam Lake Mountain Wild Forest in Delaware & Ulster Counties

Bronx and Westchester South County Leg of Hudson Valley Greenway Trail on The Empire State Trail from The Bronx to Elmsford

Catskill Forest Preserve/ Catskill Park in Greene, Delaware, Sullivan & Ulster Counties

Harlem Valley Rail Trail in Columbia & Dutchess Counties

Hudson River Skywalk from Hudson (Columbia County) to Catskill (Greene County)

Indian Head Wilderness in Ulster & Green Counties

Maybrook Trailway Leg of The Hudson Valley Greenway Trail on The Empire State Trail from Brewster (Putnam) to Pawling (Dutchess)

Phoenicia – Mt. Tobias Wild Forest in Greene & Ulster Counties

Schodack Landing, Schodack Island State Park Greene, Columbia & Rensselaer Counties

Shandaken Wild Forest in Ulster & Greene Counties

Sundown Wild Forest in Ulster & Sullivan Counties

Westchester North County Trail & Putnam Leg of The Hudson Valley Greenway Trail on The Empire State Trail from New Castle to Mahopac

Orange County

Academy Avenue Park in Middletown

Albert Wisner Public Library in Warwick ☂

Algonquin Park in Newburgh

AMC Crystal Run 16 Movie Theatre in Middletown ☂

Apple Dave’s Orchards in Warwick Seasonal

Apple Ridge Orchards in Warwick Seasonal

Aquatic Center in Newburgh Seasonal

Audrey Carey Park in Newburgh

Bear Mountain Ice Rink Seasonal

Bear Mountain Zoo Open (closed for construction some dates as of May 2022)

Beattie Hill Park in Middletown

Beaver Dam Park in New Windsor

Beekman Waterfront Beach & “Plake”= Pool + Lake in Hopewell Junction Seasonal

Belmont Avenue Park in Middletown

Ben & Paula Amchir Park in Middletown

Benedict Farm Park in Montgomery

Bennett Hill Park in Middletown

Billy Beez at Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown ☂

Blackburne Park in Hamptonburgh (next to Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Montgomery )

Bradley Park in Walden

Brandwein Nature Learning Preserve in Port Jervis

Brickley Field in Highland Mills

Brooks Lake Park in Fort Montgomery

Build-a-Bear Workshop at The Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown ☂

Bull Road Park in New Windsor

Bullville Park

Butterhill Park in New Windsor

“Carpenter” Community Park in Chester

Cascade Park in Warwick

Center Street Park in Highland Falls

Castle Fun Center, The in Chester ☂

Chadwick Lake Park in The Town of Newburgh Requires an annual permit

Church Street Park in Port Jervis

Circleville Park | C. Hudson Thompson Memorial Park in Circleville

Crawford Pickleball Courts at Town of Crawford Justice Court in Pine Bush Seasonal, Reservations required

Crawford Town Park | Tessi Chessari Memorial Park | Castle Park in Pine Bush

Crawford Walking Trail in Pine Bush Seasonal

Cronomer Hill Park in Newburgh

D & H Canal Park in Cuddebackville

Delano Hitch Aquatics Center in Newburgh Seasonal

Delano Hitch Recreation Park in Newburgh

Doherty Park Nature Trail in Hopewell Junction

Donald B. Smith Conservation in Brewster

Downing Park in Newburgh

Doug Phillips Memorial Park in Fishkill

Dover Stone Church Preserve in Dover Plains

Drayton Grant Park at Burger Hill in Rhinebeck

Dutchess Lake Park in Fishkill

Earl Reservoir in Highland Mills

East Fishkill Community Library in Hopewell Junction ☂

East Fishkill Unit in Stormville Fishing, Hiking & Hunting

Eerie Street Park in Goshen

Elks-Brox Memorial Park in Port Jervis

Escape the Mystery Room at The Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown ☂

Fair Oaks Drive-in in Middletown Seasonal

Farnum Park in Port Jervis

Fort Montgomery State Historic Site in Fort Montgomery

Frank Masterson Memorial Recreation Area in Newburgh

Fuller Mountain in Warwick

Gidney Ave. Basketball Courts in Newburgh

Glenmere Park in Chester

Gobbler’s Knob State Forest in Otisville

Gonzaga Park in Blooming Grove, Monroe & Woodbury

Harriman State Park

Heritage Trail in Orange County

Huckleberry Ridge State Forest in Port Jervis

Hunter Farm in Slate Hill

Jack & Louise Birnberg Preserve in Chester

James Olley Park in Walden

Jarocki Park in Florida

Jerome W. Neil, Jr. Park in Middletown

John Glenn Park in Port Jervis

John H. Howland Teen Center at Wooster Memorial Grove Park in Walden ☂

John P. Burke Memorial Pool in Central Valley Seasonal

Kanawauke Lake in Tuxedo Fishing

Katherine Chappell Memorial Park in Middletown

Knox’s Headquarters State Historic Site Tours Seasonal

Kristi Babcock Memorial Park in New Windsor

Kowawese Unique Area at Plum Point in New Windsor Ladycliff Park in Highland Falls \

Lake Skannatati located in Harriman State Park Fishing

Lake Stahahe located in Harriman State Park Fishing

Lake Tiorati located in Harriman State Park

Lawrence Farms Orchards in Newburgh Seasonal

Lewis Woodlands Cultural Landscape & Trails in Warwick

Liberty Loop Trail in Pine Island

Lions Park in Goshen

Little Falls Park in New Windsor

Little Free Library Charter #11859 at 14 Pat Road in Newburgh

Little Free Library Charter #15100 at 136 Clinton St. in Montgomery

Little Free Library Charter #24066 at 1629 Rt. 94 in Cornwall

Little Free Library Charter #43786 on 7 Mountain Rd. in Tuxedo Park

Little Free Library Charter #46428 on Park Way & South St. in Warwick

Little Free Library Charter #53110 on Front St. in Newburgh

Little Free Library Charter #56097 at 9 Fairlawn Dr. in Washingtonville

Little Free Library Charter #56096 at 811 Rt. 208 in Monroe

Little Free Library Charter #57393 at 306 Alexander Pl. in West Point

Little Free Library Charter #60526 at 453 Prosperous Valley Rd. in Middletown

Little Free Library Charter #67331 at Highland Falls Library at 298 Main St.

Little Free Library Charter #68487 at 14 Willis Ave. in Cornwall-on-Hudson

Little Free Library Charter #76791 at 5 Rachel Dr. in Warwick

Little Free Library Charter #77734 at 1918 Rt. 284 in Slate Hill

Little Free Library Charter #81895 at 86 Main St. in Pine Bush

Little Free Library Charter #85628 at 271 Quassaick Ave in New Windsor

Little Free Library Charter #89782 at 95 West Ridge Rd. in Warwick

Little Free Library Charter #97176 at 3 Alicia Lane in Warwick

Little Free Library Charter #108544 19 Clintonwood Dr. in New Windsor

Little Free Library Charter #113944 at 1 Berwick Dr. in Walden

Little Free Library Charter #118960 at 37 Rosaline Lane in Newburgh

Little Free Library Charter #120570 at 75 Fawn Hill in Tuxedo Park

Little Free Library Charter #124210 at 1702 Rt. 300 in Newburgh

Little Free Library Charter #124211 at Chester Commons Park in Chester

Little Free Library Charter #124212 at Firefighters Memorial Park on Ahern Blvd. in Washingtonville

Little Free Library Charter #126256 at 147 Washington St. in Newburgh

Little Free Library Charter #148649 on corner of Sapphire & Orchard Hill Rds. in Monroe

Long Pond in West Point Seasonal

Maple Hill Park in Middletown

Marlboro Commons Park in Middletown

Masker Orchards in Warwick Seasonal

Memorial Park in Highland Falls

Memory Lanes Bowling in Port Jervis ☂ Advanced reservations required

Middletown Skate Park

Mine Dock Park in Fort Montgomery

Moffat Library in Washingtonville ☂

Montgomery Village Playground

Moonbeams Preserve in Middletown

Motorcyclepedia Museum in Newburgh ☂

Mount Hope Town Park in Otisville, Town of

Mount Peter Hawk Watch Trailway in Warwick Hiking

Myron Urbanski Memorial Park in Goshen

Mystery Room in Middletown ☂

National Purple Heart Hall of Fame in New Windsor ☂

Neversink Valley Museum of History & Innovation in Cuddebackville Seasonal, By appt. only during the week

New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site in New Windsor

Newburgh Free Library ☂

Ochs Orchard in Warwick Seasonal

Orange County Arboretum in Montgomery

Orange Square in Port Jervis

Pin Street at Warwick ☂

Pine Island Town Park

Pleasure Ground Park in Montgomery

Plum Point Park in New Windsor

Point Peter in Port Jervis

Port Jervis Self-Guided Historic Walking Tour

Port Jervis Free Library ☂

Ride & Thrill VR Rides & Games at The Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown ☂

Riverfront Park in Montgomery Seasonal

Riverside Park in Port Jervis

Roe Park in Highland Falls

Round Lake in Monroe Fishing

Round1 Bowling & Amusement at The Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown ☂

Ruscitti Park in New Windsor

Salesian Park in Goshen

San Giacomo Park in New Windsor

Schunnemunk State Park in Orange County

Scotts Corners Golf Course in Montgomery Seasonal

Shannen Park in Slate Hill

Shawangunk Ridge State Forest in Pine Bush

Showtime Cinemas in Newburgh ☂

Silver Mine Lake in Harriman State Park Fishing

Sleepy Hills Orchard & Greenhouses Seasonal

Soons Orchards in New Hampton Seasonal

Sproat Street Pool in Middletown Seasonal

Stanley Deming Park in Warwick

Sterling Forest State Park & Visitor Center in Tuxedo Park ☂

Storm King State Park in Cornwall-on-Hudson

Thomas Bull Memorial Park in Montgomery

Thrall Park in Middletown

Trailside Museums and Zoo at Bear Mountain

Tri-State Park in Port Jervis

Tri States Monument in Port Jervis

Tri-States Railroad Museum, The ☂

Twin Island Fishing Park in Montgomery

Urban Air Adventure Park at The Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown ☂

Veterans Memorial Park in Montgomery

Veterans Memorial Park in Warwick

Walden-Wallkill Rail Trail

Walter R. Sturr Memorial Park in Florida

Walton Lake in Monroe Fishing

War Veterans Memorial Pool & Splash Pad at Fancher-Davidge Park in Middletown Seasonal

Warwick County Park in Warwick

Warwick Drive-in

Warwick Town Park

Washington Heights Park in Middletown

Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site in Newburgh

Watts Memorial Park in Middletown

West End Beach in Port Jervis

Wickham Woodlands in Warwick

Winding Hills Park in Montgomery

Witch’s Hole Multiple Use Area / Berme Park Trailhead for Minnewaska State Park’s Old Smiley Carriage Road in Ellenville

Wright Family Farm in Warwick Seasonal

Putnam County

Adams Unit in Kent Fishing, Hiking, Hunting

Airport Park in Mahopac

Baldwin Meadows Park in Mahopac

Blauvelt State Park

Bog Brook Unique Area in Brewster & Putnam Lake Fishing, Hunting & Trapping

Boscobel Gardens & Grounds in Garrison Advanced reservations are encouraged

Boscobel Guided House Tours in Garrison Advanced tickets required

Boyd Corners North Unit in Carmel Hiking & Hunting

Boyd Corners Outlet Unit in Carmel Fishing

Boyd Corners Reservoir in Kent Fishing

Boyd Corners South Unit in Carmel Fishing & Hiking

Brewster Ice Arena in Brewster ☂

Brewster Public Library ☂

California Hill State Forest in Carmel

Canopus Lake in Carmel Fishing

Carmel Cinema in Carmel ☂

Carver Hill Unit in Carmel Fishing & Hiking

Castle Park in Brewster

Castle Rock Unique Area in Garrison

Chamber Park in Mahopac

Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park

Constitution Marsh Audubon Center & Sanctuary in Garrison

Cranberry Mountain Wildlife Management Area in Patterson

Croton Falls Reservoir in Brewster Fishing

Dean Pond Unit in Lake Carmel Fishing, Hiking & Hunting

Desmond-Fish Public Library in Garrison ☂

Dixon Lake Conservation Area in Mahopac

Donald B. Smith Conservation in Brewster

Douglas J. Scolpino Park in Brewster Seasonal

East Branch Reservoir in Southeast Fishing

Electrazone Park / Southeast Veterans Park

Fahnestock State Park | Clarence Fahnestock State Park in Carmel

Fancher-Davidge Park in Middletown

Farmers Mills Unit in Carmel Hiking & Hunting

Foundry Dock Park in Carmel

Fred Dill Wildlife Sanctuary in Carmel

The H. Ted Baumann Park (Club Court Park) in Patterson Residents only

Hickory Nut Hill Unit in Carmel Hiking

Horse Pound Brook Unit in Carmel Fishing, Hiking & Hunting

Hudson River Expeditions in Cold Spring Seasonal

Hudson Valley AirSoft in Carmel

Huestis Park in Kent Lakes

Jackson Beach on Putnam Lake Seasonal, Residents only

Jimmy McDonough Memorial Park and Skate Park

Kent Cliffs Unit in Carmel Hiking

Kent Hills Unit in Carmel Hiking

Kent Public Library in Kent Lakes ☂

Knapp Road Unit in Carmel Hiking & Hunting

Lake Gilead in Carmel Fishing

Lake Gleneida Trail in Carmel Fishing & Hiking

Little Free Library Charter #43378 near Maybrook Trailway & Pumphouse Rd. in Brewster

Little Free Library Charter #43380 at Castle Park at 140 Pumphouse Rd. in Brewster

Little Free Library Charter #61046 at 287 Rt. 6 in Mahopac

Little Free Library Charter #68388 at 50 Maple Ave. in Patterson

Little Free Library Charter #93685 at 65 Front St. in Patterson

Little Free Library Charter #93686 at 4 Club Court in Patterson

Little Free Library Charter #101915 at 59 Chestnut St. in Cold Spring

Little Free Library Charter #112662 at 1733 Rt. 6 in Carmel

Little Free Library Charter #125378 at 20 Edgewood Dr. in Carmel

Little Free Library Charter #131374 at 109 Fair St. in Carmel

Little Free Library Charter #149323 at 38 Chippewa Rd. in Putnam Valley

Little Nichols Fill in Carmel Hiking

Little Stony Point in Cold Spring

Lockwood Unit in Mahopac Fishing, Hiking & Hunting

Long Pond Unit in Mahopac Fishing & Hiking

Ludingtonville Unit in Carmel Hiking

Mahopac Lake Fishing

Manitoga / The Russel Wright Design Center Public Tours in Garrison Seasonal, By reservation

Manitoga’s Woodland Garden & Trails / The Russel Wright Design Center in Garrison

Manitou Point Preserve in Garrison

Markel Memorial Park in Brewster

Michael Ciaiola Conservation Area in Patterson

Middle Branch Reservoir in Southeast

Mount Nimham Mountain Multiple Use Area in Carmel Hiking & Hunting

North Putnam Unit in Kent Hiking & Hunting

Patterson Environmental Park

Patterson Town Park & Beach Residents only

Paul A. Camarda Park in Carmel

Pelton Pond in Putnam Valley Fishing

Pudding Street Pond in Carmel Fishing

Putnam History Museum in Cold Spring Seasonal ☂

Putnam Trailway Leg of The Hudson Valley Greenway on The Empire State Trail from Mahopac to Brewster

Red Mills Park in Mahopac

Reed Memorial Library in Carmel ☂

Richardsville Unit in Kent Hiking & Hunting

Split Rock Books in Cold Spring ☂

Southeast Town Park at Tonetta Lake in Brewster

Spins Bowl in Carmel ☂

Stillwater Pond in Putnam Valley located in Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park Fishing

Stonecrop Gardens in Cold Spring

Sycamore Park in Mahopac

Taconic Unit in Kent Hiking & Hunting

Thunder Ridge Ski Area in Brewster Seasonal

Tilly Foster Farm in Brewster

Town Hill Park in Kent Lakes

Veteran’s Memorial Park in Carmel

Volunteer Park in Brewster Seasonal

Volz Park in Mahopac

Warren Beach on Putnam Lake Residents only

West Branch Headquarters Unit in Putnam Valley Hiking & Hunting

West Branch Outlet Unit in Carmel Fishing

West Branch Reservoir in Carmel Fishing

West Point Foundry Preserve in Cold Spring

White Pond in Kent Fishing

White Pond Unit in Kent Hiking & Hunting

The William Clough Preserve in Patterson

Rockland County

5 Wits at Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

1832 Blauvelt House at The Historical Society of Rockland County in New City

Adar Court Park in Monsey Playground

African American & The Rose Nelson Memorial Park Ball Fields, Basketball Courts, Play Area, Playgrounds, Riverside

AMC Harriman Outdoor Center in Haverstraw in Harriman State Park Camping, Hiking, Kayak Launch, Paddling, Pond

African American & The Rose Nelson Memorial Park

AMC Palisades 21 in West Nyack ☂

Anthony Wayne Recreation Area in Harriman State Park Biking, Dogs, Grilling, Hiking, Playing Fields, Snowshoeing, XX Skiing

Bear Mountain State Park Ice Rink

Bear Mountain State Park Biking, Bird Conservation, Boat Rentals, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Ice Skating, Lodging, Merry-go-Round, Nature Center, Nature Study, Picnic Groves, Picturesque, Playgrounds, Playing Fields, Pool, Scenic Overlooks, Snowshoeing, Swimming, Visitor Center, XXS Skiing, Zoo

Beaver Pond Campground in Harriman State Park Beach, Boat Launches, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, No Pets, Swimming

Billy Beez at Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

Blauvelt State Park Dogs, Hiking, No Restrooms, Scenic Views

Blue Hill Golf Course in Pearl River

Bon-Aire Park in Suffern Basketball Courts, Bocce Courts, Playground, Tennis Courts

Bounce! Trampoline Sports in Valley Cottage ☂

Bowline Point Park in Haverstraw Accessible Playground, Diving, Entrance of Greenway Trail, Fishing Pier, Fitness Station, Gazebo, Obstacle Course, Pavilion, Picnic Tables, Playgrounds, Pool, Pickleball, Riverside, Tennis Courts, Swimming, Volleyball Court, Walking Paths, Water Slides

Braunsdorf Memorial Park in Orangetown Fountain, Passive Recreation, Memorials, Walking, WWI Cannon

Broadacres Golf Course in Orangeburg

Brook Street Park in Sloatsburg Basketball Court, Next to the Municipal Pool, Playgrounds

Build-a-Bear Workshop at The Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

Burgess Meredith Park in Pomona Ballfield, Basketball Court, Fitness Trail, Meditation Paths, Playground

Buttermilk Falls Park in West Nyack Geological Study, Hiking, Historical, Nature Study, No Restrooms, Picnicking, Picturesque, Scenic Overlooks, Waterfall

Camp Shanks Museum in Orangeburg Seasonal

Capitol Park in Spring Valley Open, undeveloped Nature Area

Central Avenue Field in Pearl River Ball Field, Gazebo,

Cheescote Park in Haverstraw Camping, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Lake

Cherry Brook Park in Pearl River Handball Courts, Multi-Purpose Asphalt Court, Play Area, Tennis Courts, Walking Path

Children’s Park in Spring Valley Ball Fields, Handball Courts, Playground, Pond, Walking/ Jogging/ Biking Paths

Clark Center in Suffern Basketball Court, Dog Park, Pickleball Courts, Picnic Tables, Playground, Restrooms

Clark Recreation Center in Airmont Basketball Court, Playground, Restrooms, Tennis Courts

Clarkstown Mini Golf, Town of (Open to Non-residents) Seasonal

Clausland Mountain Park in Upper Grandview Forest, Geological Study, Hiking, Nature Study, No Restrooms, Scenic Overlooks, Trails, Wildlife

Color Me Mine Nyack in West Nyack Reservations recommended ☂

Community Field in Sloatsburg Ball Fields, Basketball Court, Fitness Walk, Multi-Purpose Fields, Pavilion, Restrooms, Tennis/ Pickleball Courts

Congers Lake Memorial Park Ballfields, Basketball Courts, Bocci Court, Community Center, Fishing, Handball Court, Ice Skating, Lake, Picnic Areas & Shelters, Playground, Pool, Refreshment Stand, Swimming, Tennis Courts, Wheel House

Cropsey’s Farmers Market in New City Seasonal

Dater Mountain Park in Sloatsburg

Dave & Buster’s in West Nyack ☂

Davenport Preserve in New City

The Dennis P. McHugh Piermont Public Library ☂

Depew House in Orangeburg Seasonal ☂

Dutch Garden in New City

Dutchtown Park in Haverstraw

Edward Hopper House Museum Walking Tour in Nyack

Eleanor Burlingham Memorial Park in Sloatsburg Birding, Canoeing, Fishing, Forest, Hiking, Passive Recreation, Picturesque, Riverside

Eleanor Stroud Park in Piermont Creekside, Ice-Skating, Picnicking

Emeline Park in Haverstraw Gazebo, Playgrounds, Riverside, Walking Trails, Sunrise, Sunset

Erie Path in Piermont Biking, Jogging, Walking, Rail Trail, Scenic

Escape the Mystery Room at Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

Eugene Levy Memorial Park in Pomona Exercise Trail, Handball Courts, Playground, Walking/ Jogging Paths, Restrooms

Finkelstein Memorial Library in Spring Valley ☂

Frank Parelli Park in Piermont Benches, Boardwalk, Passive Recreation, Riverside

Fredrick J. Rella Little League Fields in Tallman Ball Fields, Restrooms

Game Show Room at The Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

George’s Island Park in Montrose Birding, Canoeing, Boat Launch, Dogs, Eagle Watching, Fishing, Kayaking, Motorboats, Picnicking, Pond, Restrooms & Portable Toilets, River Views, Sailing, Waterfront, Wetlands, Windsurfing, Wooded Trails

Germonds Park in West Nyack Ballfields, Basketball Courts, Diving, Miniature Golf, Nature Study, Picnic Areas & Shelters, Playground, Pools, Trails, Waterslide

Germonds Park Miniature Golf in West Nyack Seasonal

Goswick Pavilion located at Piermont Pier, adjacent to the Art Wittenberg Baseball Field

Greenway Trail in Haverstraw Biking, Jogging, Running, Walking

Gurnee Park & Amphitheater in Mount Ivy Geological Study, Hiking, Old Quarry Area, Scenic Vistas

H. Pearson Mapes Flat Rock Park in Hillburn Canoeing, Fishing, Geological Study, Nature Observation, Picturesque, Riverside

Half Moon Park in Piermont Benches, Picnic Tables, Stepped Walkway leading to the Community Center & Park

Harriman State Park in Ramapo 9/11 Memorial, Biking, Boat Launches, Camping, Fishing, Frilling, Hiking, Ice Fishing, Ice Skating, Lodging, Picnicking, Playing Fields, Snowshoeing, Swimming, Visitor Center, XX Skiing

Harry Reiss Park in Monsey Nature Play Trail, Walking Path

Haverstraw Bay Park in West Haverstraw Boat launches, Fishing Piers, Freshwater Pond, Nature & Walking Trails, Pavilion, Playgrounds, Riverside

Harriman State Park in Ramapo

Harry Reiss Park in Monsey

Haverstraw Bay Park in West Haverstraw

Haverstraw King’s Daughters Main Public Library in Garnerville ☂

Haverstraw King’s Daughters Village Public Library ☂

Haverstraw – Nyack Path Dogs, Hiking, Picturesque, Riverside, Walking

Hemlock Park in Congers Ballfields

Hendrick Hudson Free Library in Montrose ☂

Henry V. Borst Memorial Gardens in Pearl River Arboretum, Summer Picnic Pagoda

Herb Reisman Sports Complex in Pomona Lighted Ball Fields, Basketball Courts, Multi-Purpose Fields, Paved Walking Paths, Picnicking Pavilion, Restrooms, Volleyball Courts

Hessian Lake located in Bear Mountain State Park Boat Rentals, Fishing

High Tor State Park & Pool Seasonal, Hiking Trails, No Pets, Picnicking, River Views, Swimming

Holocaust Museum & Center for Tolerance and Education in Suffern Located on Rockland Community College’s Campus ☂

Hook Mountain State Park in Clarkstown Birding, Hawk-Watching, Hiking, River Views, Scenic Views, Waterfront

Kakiat Park in Montebello Dogs, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Off-Leash Dog Area, Pavilion, Picnicking, Restrooms, Scenic Overlooks, Wildlife

Kane Park in Piermont Playground

Kennedy Dells Park in New City Canon, GI Joe Statue, Veteran’s Memorial Wall

Kennedy Park in Piermont

Kings Park in Congers Ballfields, Basketball Courts, Fishing, Ice Skating, Playground, Ponds

Lafayette Theater in Suffern ☂

Lake Nanuet Park Lighted Ballfields, Playground, Refreshment Stand, Seasonal, Lake, Swimming, Water Slide

Lake Sebago located in Harriman State Park Fishing

Lake Welch located in Harriman State Park Fishing

Law Enforcement Museum in New City By appointment only ☂

Little Free Library Charter #1413 at 37 Sterling Ave. in Sloatsburg

Little Free Library Charter #45505 at 163 S. Main St. in New City

Little Free Library Charter #57215 at 55 Prairie Ave. in Suffern

Little Free Library Charter #71556 at 10 Pine St. in Nyack

Little Free Library Charter #76150 at 113 Bon Aire Circle West in Suffern

Little Free Library Charter #81083 at 8 Hillside Ave. in Airmont

Little Free Library Charter #86200 at 18 Paikin Dr. in Spring Valley

Little Free Library Charter #98451 at 37 Van Houten Fields in West Nyack

Little Free Library Charter #104891 at 65 Strawtown Rd. in West Nyack

Little Free Library Charter #107806 at 15 Caroline St. in Garnerville

Little Free Library Charter #124213 in Bowline Point Park in Haverstraw

Little Free Library Charter #124803 at 134 Center St. in Pearl River

Little Free Library Charter #128758 at 24 Green Ave. in Valley Cottage

Little Free Library Charter #138442 at 41 Clinton St. in Haverstraw

Lorna Lane Park in Airmont Basketball Court, Playground

Lucky Strike at Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

Manny Lopez Municipal Ball Field in Haverstraw

Manny Welder Park in Monsey Ball Fields, Handball Courts, Pickleball Courts, Playground, Walking/ Jogging Paths

Mary H. Harriman Memorial Park & Grover Cornelius Jr. Pavilion in The Village of Harriman

Monsey Glen Park Nature Study, Walking Trails, Wildlife, Wooded

Mountainview Nature Park in Nyack Hiking, Nature Study, Nature Trails, Scenic Views, Wooded

Nanuet Public Library ☂

New City Bowl & Batting Cages in New City ☂

New City Library ☂

Nyack Beach State Park in Upper Nyack Beach, Biking, Boat Launches, Dogs, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Riverfront, Snowshoeing, Windsurfing, XX Skiing

Nyack Library ☂

OMG Entertainment’s Virtual Reality 9D Movie Experience at Palisades Center ☂

Orchard Hills Park in Monsey Ball Field, Handball Courts, Playground, Tennis Courts

Paint Our Pottery in Stony Point ☂

Palisades Center Ice Rink in West Nyack ☂

Palisades Climb Adventure at Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

Palisades Free Library ☂

Pascack North Park in Sloatsburg Fishing, Hiking, Open Space, Passive Recreation

Pearl River Public Library ☂

Peck’s Pond in West Haverstraw ADA Accessible Fishing Pier, ADA Accessible Swing, Basketball Court, Birding, Gazebos, Illuminated Walking Path, Roller Hockey Rink, Multi-Generational Fitness Station, Pavilion, Playground, Pond, Solar-Powered Comfort Station, Water Displays

Philip J. Rotella Memorial Golf Course & Driving Range in Pomona Seasonal, Driving Range, Golf Course, Public Restaurant

Piermont Dog Park Membership required

Piermont Marsh

Piermont Pier Park Birding, Dogs, Fishing, History, Pier, Riverside

Pilgrim Court Park in Pearl River Grassy Open Space, Playground

Ramapo Challenger Learning Center, town of, in Airmont ☂ Advanced reservations required

Ramapo Tennis at Rustic Brook in Airmont

Red Mills Park in Mahopac

Regal Nanuet & RPX Cinemas at The Shops at Nanuet ☂

Rockland Lake located in Rockland Lake State Park Fishing

Rockland Lake State Park in Valley Cottage

Rose Memorial Library in Stony Point ☂

Rosman Park in Thiells Multi-purpose sports field

Samsondale Park in West Haverstraw

Samuel G. Fisher Mt. Ivy Environmental Park in Pomona

Sandy Brook Neighborhood Park in New Hempstead Nature Area

Sean Hunter Ryan Memorial Park

Silver Mine at Harriman State Park in Sloatsburg

Sky Tykes at Palisades Climb Adventure in West Nyack ☂

Slime World Craft Studio at Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

Sloatsburg Elementary School Tennis Courts

Sloatsburg Municipal Pool Residents only

Sloatsburg Public Library ☂

South Mountain Park in Garnerville

Space Adventure Glow in the Dark Mini Golf at Palisades Center ☂

Spin Zone Spinning Bumper Cars at Palisades Center ☂

Spook Rock Golf Course Driving Range in Suffern Weather-permitting

Suffern Free Library ☂

Tallman Mountain State Park in Sparkill Birding, Canoeing, Hiking, Kayaking, Marsh, Picnicking, Playfield, Pool, River Views, Running Track, Swimming, Tennis Courts, Walking Trail, XX Skiing

Tappan/ Kittle Covered Bridge in Hardenburgh

Tennyson Park in Nanuet Ballfield, Basketball Courts

Thiells Mt. Ivy Ballfields Ball Fields, Creekside, Fishing, Walking/ Jogging Path

Twin Ponds Park in Valley Cottage Fishing, Ponds

Valley College Library ☂

Veteran’s Memorial Park in Pearl River Athletic Fields, Batting Cages, Playgrounds, 2 Ponds, Tennis Courts, Walking/ Jogging Paths

Volz Park in Mahopac

VR Exodrome at The Palisades Center in West Nyack ☂

The West Nyack Free Library ☂

Willow Tree Park in Wesley Hills Fishing, No Restrooms, Pond, Walking/ Jogging Path

Zebrowski-Morahan Demarest Kill Park in New City

Zukor Park in New City Lighted Basketball Courts, Community Center, Playground