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.
Overlooking the Hudson River, the 380-acre estate is a National Historic Landmark set amid rolling lawns, woodlands, and gardens, against the backdrop of the Catskill Mountains. Designed by renowned architects,... Read More
Located on the grounds of the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site, the garden was created in 1912 by Beatrix Farrand, a landscape gardener whose work defined the American taste in gardens... Read More
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640 acres of diverse habitats with rolling and open grasslands. Six miles of trails, over 80 species of birds have been observed on a "birdy" May day including Great Blue Herons, Wood Ducks,... Read More
Carnwath Farms Historic Site & Park is a hidden gem located in the Wheeler Hill Historic District of the Town of Wappinger. The grounds are open to the public daily for hiking and recreational activities. ... Read More
Multiple Use Area: 260 /- acres | Appalachian Trail | Correspondence address and phone: Stony Kill Farm - NYSDEC Bureau of Public Lands Rt. 9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 845-831-8780 x309 Read More
A 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. Dover... Read More
One of the highest points in the Town of Rhinebeck with views of the Hudson River, the spires and silos of the surrounding countryside, the Catskill Mountains to the West, and the Taconic Mountains... Read More
A Dutchess County park and home of the Hudson Valley Renegades, "The Dutch" opened in 1994 and holds 4,494 people. Venue also hosts concerts, festivals, and sporting events. A state-of-the-art synthetic... Read More
200-acre forest preserve and game refugee for camping (w/permit), picnicking, and pond for fishing. Hiking trails and firetower offering Hudson Valley views. Read More
1900 acres. Directions: Fishkill or Beacon, Rt. 52 to Old Glenham Rd., left on Maple Ave. to end, turn right, cross bridge, left on Old Town Rd., right on Sunnyside Rd. to end, bear left, then right,... Read More
South Spring Garden - gorgeous views of the Hudson River Upper Garden - once provided cut flowers for vases in the house Walled Garden - influenced by gardens in Florence, Italy Wilderness Garden - connects... Read More
Terraced gardens from the Gilded Age designed for the enjoyment of the Vanderbilt’s and their guests. Visitors will find colorful displays of annuals, perennials and roses, unique garden architecture... Read More
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A unique contribution to garden art in America, its design is influenced by a Chinese style dating back 1,000 years. 40-acre lake surrounded by cliffs, low hills, waterfalls and streams. Read More
James Baird State Park has much to offer on its 590 acres. There is a playground as well as a sports complex where visitors can enjoy playing basketball, softball, tennis and volleyball. Outdoor enthusiasts... Read More
A handicapped-accessible playground for the children in southern Dutchess County ~ Located at The Lime Kiln Recreation Facility Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JuliesJungleatLimeKiln/ Read More
Multiple Use Area - 718 Acres | Correspondence address and phone: Stony Kill Farm - NYSDEC, Bureau of Public Lands, Rt. 9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, (845) 831-8780 x309... Read More
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183 acres, including hiking trails, vegetable gardens and perennial gardens. Stately trees, rolling hills and picturesque views of the Huidson River. Read More
Walk from Beacon train station, hiking/ biking trails, bird watching, nature study, dog walking, fishing, kayak & canoe launch, picniking, WiFI, x-country skiing & snowshoeing (ungroomed trails). Mountain... Read More
Educational gardens designed, planted and maintained by Master Gardener volunteers of Cornell Cooperative Extension: Bird & Butterfly, Edible Landscape, Xeriscape and Shade. Read More
Garden and children's playground on six acres. Read More
1,000 acres, 46 campsites w/hot showers, 10 cabins. No RV hookups accepted. Boat launch, flush toilets, marina, picnic tables, restaurant, food concessions, 18-hole golf course. Bicycle paths, cross-country... Read More
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Restored, in progress 19th century gardens with antique roses and peonies. Managed by an escaped slave for 40 years in the 1800's. Included in house tour. Read More
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Join neighbors who share a passion for wild birds! Field trips to local birding hot spots, evening nature programs, and all day bird counts. Read More
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Multiple Use Area - 125 /- Acres | Correspondence address and phone : Stony Kill Farm - NYSDEC Bureau of Public Lands, Rt. 9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, 845-831-8780... Read More
Garden features annuals and 28 different varieties of roses. Burial site of FDR & Eleanor Roosevelt. Read More
225 acres, 40 campsites w/hot showers. RVs up to 20-foot accepted. Beach w/swimming, boat rentals, childrens' play area, flush toilets, picnic tables. Cross-country skiing, fishing, forestland, skating.... Read More
Multiple Use Area - 909 Acres | Correspondence address and phone: Stony Kill Farm - NYSDEC Bureau of Public Lands, Rt. 9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, 845-831-8780 x309... Read More
Private six-acre, botanical garden on the scale of a public garden. Diverse plant collection includes many natives and is the work of principal landscape designer Duncan Brine. Visit via The Garden Conservancy,... Read More
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Athletic Fields, camping, children's play area, cross-country skiing, fishking, flush toilets, forest land, hiking/nature trails, hot showers, open fields, picnic tables, pool swiming, food concessions,... Read More
9 acres of greenspace at the foot of Main Street, Poughkeepsie, along the Hudson River. Three part whale sculpture with contributed mosaic tiles. Picnic tables, outdoor grills, pavillion. Children's playground,... Read More
A former railroad bridge built in 1888, the Walkway spans 1.26 miles and stretches 212 feet above the majestic Hudson River. Connecting Highland on the westside and Poughkeepsie on the east, it's the... Read More
Multiple Use Area - 488 /- Acres | Correspondence address and phone number: Stony Kill Farm - NYSDEC Bureau of Public Lands, Rt. 9D, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, 845-831-8780... Read More
Epitome of a country gentleman's, Chauncey D. Stillman (1907-1989), estate of the late 20th century. Features a Carriage House Museum with 22 restored horse drawn carriages; a Main Residence with extensive... Read More
Camping, 27 sites, including 10 RV trailer sites with water and electric hookup, lake swimming, boat rentals, children's play area, flush toilets, hot showers, picnic tables, shelters/pavilions. Cross-country... Read More
102-acre forested park with extensive carriage and hiking trails. New Educational Arboretum, with a guided walk through the woodland where FDR was mentored in forest management. Access free Arboretum app-based... Read More