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Kakiat Park


Suffern

Rockland County


10901, Park, Montebello, NY, flat wetlands to rolling hills, History, Wildlife, White-tailed Deer, Things to Do at Kakiat Park, Hiking Trails, Horseback riding, Picnicking, Red Fox, Gray Squirrel, Flying Squirrel, Rabbit, Woodchuck, Raccoon Kakiat Park

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Kakiat Park, 376-acres in size, is located at 668 Haverstraw Road, Montebello, NY 10901 in Rockland County.

"Kakiat Park offers a diverse topography, from flat wetlands to rolling hills, to steep mountainside. The Mahwah River flows southwesterly the length of the park approximately 2500 feet. Times of heavy rains flood large areas along the river. The Ramapo fault runs through the park. A log cabin constructed in 1922 stands as a reminder of the simple life of 100 years ago. A footbridge crosses the river, which is stocked annually with trout; a pavilion can be found near the river. Numerous winter activities exist along with active wildlife and forestry conservation projects. Guided tours available by the Park Rangers."

A Bit of History
"Kakiat Park is part of the Harris patent, one of the original land patents from the King of England and is also known as Kakiat Farm, the home of the Blauvelt family who owned and farmed the land for over two hundred years growing apples, peaches and cherries. Also the site of the Blauvelt mill, the foundation of which still remains. The National Recreation Association in 1961 recommended its purchase to the County Board of Supervisors. As a result a formally appointed Park Commission was installed and the process of acquiring land for park purposes began. The property officially became county parkland in 1972."

Wildlife
White-tailed Deer, Red Fox, Gray Squirrel, Flying Squirrel, Rabbit, Woodchuck, Raccoon, Porcupine, Opossum, Bluebirds, Geese, Ducks, Screech Owl, Barred Owl, Turkey Vulture, Wild Turkeys, Red-tailed Hawk, Marsh Hawk, Great Blue Heron, Hooded Merganser, Black Duck, Wood Duck, Grouse, Woodcock, Black Rat Snake, Copperhead, Rattlesnake, Watersnake, Hog Nosed Snake.

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Things to Do at Kakiat Park
Hiking Trails
Horseback riding
Picnicking
Rest rooms
Scenic lookouts

Accessible: No


Location: Suffern

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