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Skiing & Winter Recreation in Hudson Valley
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> Beacon Mountain
Fishkill, NY 12524
Hudson Highlands' highest peak, Beacon Mountain offers two summits, hiking trails, a fire lookout tower and monument and the ruins of the Mount Beacon Incline Railway...
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> Bear Mountain Ice Rink
3020 Seven Lakes Dr., Tomkins Cove, NY 10986
Hudson Valley’s largest open-air rink offers ice skating on the weekends from November to March, weather permitting, along with gorgeous views of the mountains.
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> Bear Mtn State Park in Winter
Route 9W North, Bear Mountain, NY 10911
Nestled in rugged mountains rising from the west bank of the Hudson River, Bear Mountain State Park offers plenty to do no matter what the season.
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> Catamount Mountain - Skiing
78 Catamount Road, Hillsdale, NY 12529
First opened for business in 1939 with three rope tows, Catamount Ski Area now offers 7 lifts and features 36 trails and terrain park areas for all ages of ability.
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> Croton Point Park
Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson, NY 10520
Situated on a peninsula on the east shore of the Hudson River, this 508-acre park offers year-round events and activities along with camping, hiking, swimming and fishing.
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> Fahnestock State Park
Clarence Fahnestock State Park, Putnam Valley, NY 10579
This 14,086-acre park covers land in Putnam and Dutchess counties and boasts hiking trails, picnic areas, a scenic campground, and plenty of opportunities for boating, hunting, fishing, and birding.
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> Fahnestock State Park Campground
Clarence Fahnestock State Park, Putnam Valley, NY 10579
This 14,086-acre park’s scenic campground, formed along the park's natural rock ridges, provides 80 campsites, each with a picnic table, charcoal grill, and fire ring.
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> Falling Waters Preserve
Dominican Lane, Saugerties, NY 12477
This riverfront, day-use park offers nature trails, a meadow with great views of the Catskills, a couple of picturesque waterfalls and rock ledges.
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> Franny Reese State Park
Macks Lane, Highland, NY 12528
The park offers more than 2.5 miles of hiking and biking trails that follow a historic carriage road and passes by the ruins of a 19th century mansion.
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> Harriman State Park
Seven Lakes Drive / Bear Mountain Circle Ramapo, NY 10974
Boasting more than 44,000 acres, Harriman State Park is the second-largest park in the New York state parks system.
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> Harriman State Park in Winter
54 Seven Lakes Drive, Sloatsburg, NY 10974
Along a wide variety of summer activities, the park becomes a winter lover’s paradise with ice fishing, skating, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
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> Hudson Valley Rail Trail
N. Putt Corners Road at NY 299/Main St., New Paltz, NY 12561
Hike it or bike it, ride on horseback or roller blades or ski it cross-country style or on snow shoes in the winter – enjoy the trail any way you like!
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> Long Dock Park
23 Long Dock Road, Beacon, NY 12508
A former 19th-century ferry terminal on the Hudson river has been transformed into Long Dock Par, a riverfront destination in Beacon.
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> Minnewaska Preserve in Winter
5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, NY 12446
Along with the views, winter snows bring great opportunities to snowshoe and cross-country ski. Horseback riding trails are also available.
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> Minnewaska State Park Preserve
5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, NY 12446
Situated on the dramatic Shawangunk Mountain ridge, Minnewaska State Park Preserve rises more than 2,000 feet above sea level and is surrounded by rugged, rocky terrain.
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> Mohonk Preserve
3197 Route 44 55, Gardiner, NY 12525
The Mohonk Preserve spans more than 8,000 acres of land, mountains, fields, and streams providing great opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing, skiing and snowshoeing.
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> Putnam County - A Treasure Trove of Beauty and Fun!
40 Gleneida Ave, Carmel, New York 10512
Seated on the eastern banks of the Hudson River - Putnam County is a jewel among the Empire State's counties.
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> Rockefeller State Park Preserve
125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY 10570
Traversing through woodlands, meadows & fields, Rockefeller State Park Preserve features 45 miles of historic and scenic carriage roads that are wide and easy to walk.
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> Rocking Horse Ranch Resort
600 US-44, Highland, NY 12528
This exciting all-inclusive Hudson Valley family resort features timber lodges that come with year-round horseback riding, a fun park with arcades, bounce structures, indoor splash pools, nightly entertainment and more!
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> Rockland County – Step into the Gateway
50 Sanatorium Road, Building A - 8th Floor, Pomona, New York 10970
Renowned as the “Gateway to the Hudson Valley region,” Rockland County is set along the majestic Hudson River featuring quaint villages, spectacular river views, and outdoor recreation – all just 30 miles north of New York City!
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> Saxon Woods Park
1800 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, NY 10605
Offering 700-acres of green space, Saxon Woods Park provides a variety of recreational facilities, including an 18-hole golf course,the county’s largest swimming pool, a children’s aquatic playground and more...
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> Ulster County – far from ordinary
244 Fair St., Third Floor, Kingston, NY 12401
Ulster County invites you to “get lost on purpose” in this beautiful, historic and soulful area in the heart of the Hudson Valley.
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> Follow the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail in the Hudson Valley
Gardiner, NY 12525
Surrounded by picturesque streams, hillsides, and forest, the trail runs directly through the heart of New Paltz.
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> Ward Pound Ridge Reservation
Route 121 South (near intersection with Route 35), Cross River, NY, 10518
This 4,315-acre park features varied terrain and landscapes along with miles of wooded trails perfect for activities no matter what the season.
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> Windham Mountain Ski Resort
19 Resort Dr., Windham, NY 12496
Located in the Northern Catskills, Windham Mountain is a family-friendly ski resort and adventure park with 54 trails, zip line and biking trails.
