Bring your bike, lace up your boots, grab the bridle for an adventure outdoors in upstate New York. Make the most of the Hudson River Valley landscape. Outdoor recreation in Dutchess County includes biking, hiking, horseback riding, golf, kayaking, archery and skeet shooting.
There’s plenty to explore and hike in Dutchess County. Visit trails, mountains, walking paths and more! Try the Appalachian Trail, hike to the top of Ferncliff Forest or see a stunning rock formation at Dover Stone Church.
30 miles of the National Appalachian Scenic Trail passes through southeastern Dutchess, and includes 4,000 acres of protected parkland with hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing, ...
Read MoreExperience Barton Orchard's aerial obstacle course, Tree Top Adventure in Poughquag. Spend the day climbing, swinging, and zipping from tree to tree in one of the Hudson Valley’s most beautiful loca...
Read MoreA not-for-profit scientific research center offering Thursday science seminars (Sept.-May), public education programs and lectures, nature trails, fern glen, and a children's summer ecology camp. ...
Read MoreTivoli Bays site: 1,700 acres/6 miles of trails. Joint DEC Wildlife Management Area (hunting allowed in season) and field laboratory for research and education. Freshwater tidal marsh and forested upl...
Read MoreA nature preserve whose highlight is a stunning rock formation and waterfall in a cave. It was used by Native Americans as a hideout in the 17th century, and then for weddings in the 19th century. Dov...
Read MoreThere are nearly 400 miles of trails varying in length, difficulty and surfaces in Dutchess County. Discover nearly 200 parks throughout the county using interactive maps, photos and search options on...
Read More200-acre forest preserve and game refugee for camping (w/permit), picnicking, and pond for fishing. Hiking trails and firetower offering Hudson Valley views. Ferncliff Forest Parking Lot off Mt. Rust...
Read More23 miles (15 open) of scenic paved walking, rollerblading, biking and cross-country skiing trails, linking towns, villages and state parks on the rail bed from Wassaic Metro North Station to Copake Fa...
Read MoreWe empower people to live a fun, healthy, and connected life through nature-based adventures and outdoor education. Hike, run, paddle, and play throughout the Hudson Valley! Private, group, and co...
Read MoreMore than 10 miles of trails link several parks and historic sites. Maps and information at trail heads, park visitor centers, and on-line. QR codes allow hikers to access audio podcasts about each tr...
Read MoreHyde Park is home to over 30 miles of trails, including National Parks, State Parks, Town Parks, and a nonprofit nature preserve. All trails are open free to the public year-round, from sunrise to sun...
Read MoreCome see wild mustangs from Oregon and Wyoming gallop on 30 acres of land like they did in the wild. Meet and greet majestic Wild Mustangs and Puerto Rican Paso Fino's who have the smoothest ride of a...
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