Hiking and Other Outdoor Recreation
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The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has closed the parking areas and trails in the Town of Fishkill at Breakneck Ridge, Wilkinson Trailhead and Notch Trail.
For more information on the closures, visit https://parks.ny.gov/parks/9/details.aspx Aside from the outdoor recreational opportunities that Fishkill has to offer, there are an endless amount of options around the Hudson Valley. For your convenience, we’ve highlighted some and listed some great resources. If you have any questions, please contact the appropriate venue or park. |
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Fishkill Ridge
1900 acres.
(845) 473-4440
http://www.ScenicHudson.org
Fishkill Golf Course and Driving Range
387 Route 9, Fishkill
(845) 896-5220
Mt. Beacon/Fire Observation Tower
1,650 feet above sea level. Parking lot at corner of Rt. 9D & Howland Ave.
Rt 9D & Howland Ave, Beacon
(914) 819-8792
http://www.beaconfiretower.org
Breakneck Ridge Trail
2.7 mile loop. Only recommended for experienced hikers. Accessible from March-November. Dogs friendly.
Beacon,NY
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
Longest pedestrian bridge in the world. 1.28 miles long & 212 feet above the Hudson River. Walk, hike, bike, sight-see views of the Hudson River Valley. Connects 18 miles of continuous rail trails in Dutchess & Ulster counties.
61 Parker Ave, Poughkeepsie
(845) 454-9649
http://www.walkway.org
Dutchess Rail Trail
13-mile multi-use linear Dutchess County park. Begins at the Hopewell Depot in East Fishkill, stretches through the towns of Wappinger, LaGrange and Poughkeepsie to the Walkway Over the Hudson.
(845) 298-4600
http://dutchesscountytrails.com/
Bowdoin Park
301 acres. Views of the Hudson River, picnicking, handicap accessible playground, pavilions, water spray park, soccer, baseball and softball fields, 4+ miles of trails.85 Sheafe Rd, Wappingers Falls
(845) 298-4600
http://www.co.dutchess.ny.us
Bike Tours
Eight self-guided bike tours with directions and maps in one publication.
For brochure/maps, contact DC Tourism
Dutchess County Tourism, Poughkeepsie
(845) 463-4000
www.dutchesstourism.com
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
The Clearwater, America's Environmental Flagships, sails the Hudson River hosting public sails and innovative onboard educational programs.
724 Wolcott Ave, Beacon
(845) 265-8080
http://clearwater.org/
Harlem Valley Rail Trail
23 miles of paved walking, biking, cross-country skiing, etc. Links towns, villages and state parks on the rail bed from Wassaic Metro North Station to Copake Falls.
(518) 789-9591
http://www.hvrt.org/
Carnwath Farms Historic Site & Park
Historic park located in the Town of Wappinger. The grounds are open to the public daily for hiking and recreational activities.
81 Carnwath Farms Lane, Wappingers Falls
(845) 298-1150
Bear Mountain
4.4 mile loop moderate trail primarily used for hiking, walking, camping, and cross country skiing. Accessible from March- November. Dogs friendly w/ a leash
Bear Mountain, NY 10911
(845) 786-2701
1900 acres.
(845) 473-4440
http://www.ScenicHudson.org
Fishkill Golf Course and Driving Range
387 Route 9, Fishkill
(845) 896-5220
Mt. Beacon/Fire Observation Tower
1,650 feet above sea level. Parking lot at corner of Rt. 9D & Howland Ave.
Rt 9D & Howland Ave, Beacon
(914) 819-8792
http://www.beaconfiretower.org
Breakneck Ridge Trail
2.7 mile loop. Only recommended for experienced hikers. Accessible from March-November. Dogs friendly.
Beacon,NY
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
Longest pedestrian bridge in the world. 1.28 miles long & 212 feet above the Hudson River. Walk, hike, bike, sight-see views of the Hudson River Valley. Connects 18 miles of continuous rail trails in Dutchess & Ulster counties.
61 Parker Ave, Poughkeepsie
(845) 454-9649
http://www.walkway.org
Dutchess Rail Trail
13-mile multi-use linear Dutchess County park. Begins at the Hopewell Depot in East Fishkill, stretches through the towns of Wappinger, LaGrange and Poughkeepsie to the Walkway Over the Hudson.
(845) 298-4600
http://dutchesscountytrails.com/
Bowdoin Park
301 acres. Views of the Hudson River, picnicking, handicap accessible playground, pavilions, water spray park, soccer, baseball and softball fields, 4+ miles of trails.85 Sheafe Rd, Wappingers Falls
(845) 298-4600
http://www.co.dutchess.ny.us
Bike Tours
Eight self-guided bike tours with directions and maps in one publication.
For brochure/maps, contact DC Tourism
Dutchess County Tourism, Poughkeepsie
(845) 463-4000
www.dutchesstourism.com
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
The Clearwater, America's Environmental Flagships, sails the Hudson River hosting public sails and innovative onboard educational programs.
724 Wolcott Ave, Beacon
(845) 265-8080
http://clearwater.org/
Harlem Valley Rail Trail
23 miles of paved walking, biking, cross-country skiing, etc. Links towns, villages and state parks on the rail bed from Wassaic Metro North Station to Copake Falls.
(518) 789-9591
http://www.hvrt.org/
Carnwath Farms Historic Site & Park
Historic park located in the Town of Wappinger. The grounds are open to the public daily for hiking and recreational activities.
81 Carnwath Farms Lane, Wappingers Falls
(845) 298-1150
Bear Mountain
4.4 mile loop moderate trail primarily used for hiking, walking, camping, and cross country skiing. Accessible from March- November. Dogs friendly w/ a leash
Bear Mountain, NY 10911
(845) 786-2701
Other resources for recreational opportunities:
- www.dutchesstourism.com History, Arts, Entertainment, outdoor activities, shopping, restaurants, family fun, etc.
- www.hikethehudsonvalley.com: Step by step trail guides, photos, trailhead locations, tips, etc.
- www.parks.ny.gov: New York State Parks
- www.midhudsonhistoricdestinations.com: Historic Mid Hudson sites.
- http://www.hikeny.com: Private, group, and corporate trips tailored to every skill level. Most trips accessible by public transit. Open daily, 8am-5pm