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All Chester Village Listings
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Goosepond Mountain State Park | 845-786-2701 | |
Goosepond Mountain State Park, located at 1198 New York 17M, Chester, NY 10918 in Orange County, is managed as 1,558-acres of open space. Almost completely wooded, the park is open to hikers and horseback riders. This park is undeveloped. There are no toilets and there is limited parking.
Goosepond Mountain Park is a mixture of woods, fields, and wetlands. It is a haven for many native species, including many songbirds. The park was acquired with funds from the New York Bond Acts of 1960 and 1962, and remains true to its original purpose as recreation lands. website and more . . . | ||
Heritage Trail (aka) Orange Heritage Trail - Chester | 845-615-3830 | |
The Heritage Trail, aka, Orange Heritage Trail, is a multi-use 11.5 asphalt trail offering attractive scenic vistas and access from the Village of Goshen to the Village of Monroe for walking, biking and roller blading.
"The Heritage Trail is a 10-foot wide trail on the right-of-way of the former Erie Railroad. When completed, the trail will extend from the City of Middletown to the Village of Harriman. The trail features sections of both asphalt and limestone surface. The current trail winds through a bird/wildlife sanctuary, historic landmarks, murmuring streams, rolling meadows and friendly communities. Trail users may enjoy biking, walking, rollerblading, nature study as well as shopping and dining in the local villages. Access points are in Monroe, Chester and Goshen, all with convenient parking." website and more . . . |
All Cornwall Listings
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Black Rock Forest | ||
Black Rock Forest is a nearly 4000-acre natural living laboratory for field-based scientific research, conservation, and education. The Black Rock Forest Consortium is a unique alliance of colleges and universities, public and independent K-12 schools, and leading scientific and cultural institutions that operates the Black Rock Forest, located 50 miles north of New York City in the Hudson Highlands. website and more . . . |
All Cornwall-on-Hudson Listings
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Hudson Highlands Nature Museum | 845-534-5506 | |
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum
Cornwall, Orange County Hudson River Valley, New York State "Scenic Hudson originally protected these 178 acres, once part of historic Kenridge Farm. Today 3 miles of trails winding through or along forests, meadows and wetlands enhance activities at the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Outdoor Discovery Center. There is a universally accessible bird-observation platform, and four interactive trail quests are available to guide wildlife exploration." website and more . . . |
All Cuddebackville Listings
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Neversink Valley Area Museum | 845-754-8870 | |
The Neversink Valley Area Museum in D & H Canal Park is located in Cuddebackville, NY 12729 in Orange County, along the banks of the Neversink River. The Neversink Valley Area Museum preserves and documents the history of the peoples and industry of the Neversink and Shawangunk valleys of New York's Catskill region.
The Neversink Valley Area Museum occupies historic canal-era buildings in the D & H Canal Park right on the Neversink River. website and more . . . |
All Fort Montgomery Listings
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Popolopen Creek at Bear Mountain "Scenic Hudson Valley" | ||
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The Bear Mountain Bridge offers spectacular views of the Hudson River Valley. The bridge's roadway has eight-foot-wide shoulders for pedestrians and cyclists and incorporates the Maine-to-Georgia Appalachian Trail. Crossing the bridge on foot offers magnificent views, wonderful photo opportunities, and an invigorating walk. On the walkway facing northeast, you can see 3 bridges from the Bear Mountain Bridge: the Popolopen Suspension Bridge, the Popolopen Creek Suspension Footbridge, and the train tracks. These bridges cross Popolopen Creek. more . . . |
All Goshen Listings
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Heritage Trail (aka) Orange Heritage Trail - Goshen | 845-615-3830 | |
The Heritage Trail, aka, Orange Heritage Trail, is a multi-use 11.5 asphalt trail offering attractive scenic vistas and access from the Village of Goshen to the Village of Monroe for walking, biking and roller blading.
"The Heritage Trail is a 10-foot wide trail on the right-of-way of the former Erie Railroad. When completed, the trail will extend from the City of Middletown to the Village of Harriman. The trail features sections of both asphalt and limestone surface. The current trail winds through a bird/wildlife sanctuary, historic landmarks, murmuring streams, rolling meadows and friendly communities. Trail users may enjoy biking, walking, rollerblading, nature study as well as shopping and dining in the local villages. Access points are in Monroe, Chester and Goshen, all with convenient parking." website and more . . . |
All Hamptonburgh Listings
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Blackburne Park | 845-615-3830 | |
Blackburne Park, A 67 acre parcel featuring many structures once used when the site operated as a farm, is located at State Route 416, Hamptonburgh (next to Thomas Bull Memorial Park), NY 10916 in Orange County. Blackburne Park is planned as a future site for an “equine park” that will also offer additional facilities. website and more . . . |
All Monroe Listings
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Heritage Trail (aka) Orange Heritage Trail - Monroe | 845-615-3830 | |
The Heritage Trail, aka, Orange Heritage Trail, is a multi-use 11.5 asphalt trail offering attractive scenic vistas and access from the Village of Goshen to the Village of Monroe for walking, biking and roller blading.
"The Heritage Trail is a 10-foot wide trail on the right-of-way of the former Erie Railroad. When completed, the trail will extend from the City of Middletown to the Village of Harriman. The trail features sections of both asphalt and limestone surface. The current trail winds through a bird/wildlife sanctuary, historic landmarks, murmuring streams, rolling meadows and friendly communities. Trail users may enjoy biking, walking, rollerblading, nature study as well as shopping and dining in the local villages. Access points are in Monroe, Chester and Goshen, all with convenient parking." website and more . . . |
All New Windsor Listings
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Stewart State Forest | 845-256-3000 | |
Stewart State Forest, 6,700-acres in size, is located in New Windsor, Montgomery, and Newburgh in Orange County, New York. The forest is unique in the northeast and increasingly rare in the Hudson Valley. A mix of wetlands, fields and forest, the site includes 18 miles of gravel roads and more than 22 miles of major trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, hunting, dog training and trials, skiing, snowmobiling, bird watching and fishing. website and more . . . |
All City of Newburgh Listings
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Algonquin Park | 845-615-3830 | |
Algonquin Park, a 41-acre park listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located at Powder Mill Road and Route 52, Newburgh, NY 12550 in Orange County. The park offers areas for both passive and active recreation in a historic setting featuring powder mill buildings and remains from the Civil War era. website and more . . . | ||
Cronomer Hill Park | 845-615-3830 | |
Cronomer Hill Park is located at 214 Gardnertown Road, Town of Newburgh, NY 12550 in Orange County.
About Cronomer Hill Park: "This park features both passive and active recreation areas. The lower portion of Cronomer Hill Park features several multi-purpose ball fields and tennis courts, while the upper portion of the park features an observation tower that provides a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding area. The portion near the summit of the hill is richly forested. website and more . . . |
All Orange County Listings
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A Walk in The Woods - Children's Guide to Walking & Hiking | ||
A Walk in the Woods website can be enjoyed by K3 and older children. Kids and adults learn the basics of enjoying a safe and fun walk in the woods. Tips given to make your walk safe and enjoyable include wearing the right shoes, bringing insect repellant, identifying poison oak and poison ivy, and more. Site sections include a Teachers Guide, Nature Notes, Getting Ready, Fun Place, and Resources. website and more . . . |
All Tuxedo Park Listings
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Sterling Forest State Park | 845-351-5907 | |
Sterling Forest State Park, a 21,935-acre park, is located at 116 Old Forge Road, Tuxedo, NY 10987 in Orange County. Sterling Forest State Park offers a nearly pristine natural refuge amidst of one of the nation's most densely populated areas, a remarkable piece of woodland, a watershed for millions, and a tremendous outdoor recreation area. This unbroken deep-forest habitat is important for the survival of many resident and migratory species, including black bear, a variety of hawks and songbirds and many rare invertebrates and plants. Learn about Sterling Forest's environment and history at the Visitor Center, overlooking Sterling Lake. The visitor center also features exhibits about the local environment. website and more . . . |
All West Point Listings
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Constitution Island | ||
Constitution Island is part of West Point, the United States Military Academy, a National Registered Landmark.
Constitution Island is most famous for the Great Chain that was placed across the Hudson during the Revolutionary War. Constitution Island is also known for the Warner family who lived on the Island during the 19th century. The Warner House and ruins of the Revolutionary War fortifications are the primary points of interest. The Island’s 280 acres are covered with hiking trails that are enjoyed by the Island’s visitors. The Constitution Island Association was founded in 1916 to preserve and protect the history and traditions of this unique American site. Also learn about the chaining of the Hudson. website and more . . . |
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Greene County [2 listings over 2 locations]
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Rockland County [15 listings over 9 locations]
Saratoga County [3 listings over 3 locations]
Schenectady County [2 listings over 2 locations]
Ulster County [10 listings over 7 locations]
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