Playing Fieldsplaying fields includes baseball, basketball, softball,, outdoor activities & places to go, family day-trip, fun activities, biking, hiking, fishing, boating, parks, hiking trails, golf courses, cross-country skiing, sledding, apple, berry,  pumpkin picking, countryside, historic sites, children, history of the hudson valley, playgrounds

 Bedford Hills (Westchester)10507, history of bedford, bedford station, police department, history, about bedford hills, ward pound ridge reservation, local parks, kids, bedford hills park, rosaforte park, playground, swimming pools, winter activities, ice skating

 Things To Do, parks in Bedford, Baseball, Basketball, Fishing, Ice Skating, Nature Area, Playground, Picnicking, Shelter, Soccer, Softball, Swimming Pools, Tennis, Walking Trails, Winter Activities Bedford Hills Park

914-666-7150 
Bedford Hills Park is located in the hamlet of Bedford Hills. It is one of several parks in the municipality of Bedford. For all year fun and activities, enjoy the many activities available at Bedford Hills Park. In the hot days of summer, go swimming. In the winter, enjoy ice-skating. Year-round, play baseball, basketball, go fishing, hiking and more at Bedford Hills Park.

Things To Do
Baseball
Basketball
Fishing
Nature Area
Playground
Picnicking
Shelter
Soccer
Softball
Swimming Pools
Tennis
Walking Trails

    Winter Activities
    Ice Skating

 picnic, Park, Bedford Hills, beautiful parks, Things To Do, Baseball, Softball, Picnicking, Walking Trails Rosaforte Park

914-666-7004 
Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy Rosaforte Park located in Bedford Hills. It is one of the many beautiful parks in the municipality of Bedford.

Things To Do
Baseball
Softball
Picnicking
Walking Trails

 Bedford Village (Westchester)10506, history, about bedford, village, bedford village memorial park, children, historic school house, biking, hiking, fishing, ward pound reservation, picnicking, camping,  cross-country skiing, antiquing, visit antique shops in bedford, activities

 Things To Do, parks, Winter Activities, Summer Day Camp, activities, Baseball, Basketball, Fishing, Football, Ice Skating, Paddle Tennis, Picnicking, Playground, Shelter, Soccer, Softball,  Swimming Pools, Tennis Bedford Village Memorial Park

914-234-3246 
Bedford Village Memorial Park is located in the beautiful hamlet of Bedford Village. It is one of several parks in the municipality of Bedford that offer Summer Day Camp programs and many other activities.

Things To Do
Baseball
Basketball
Fishing
Football
Ice Skating
Paddle Tennis
Picnicking
Playground
Shelter
Soccer
Softball
Summer Day Camp
Swimming Pools
Tennis

    Winter Activities
    Ice Skating

 Cortlandt, Town of (Westchester)10567, croton-on-hudson, buchanan, crugers, verplanck, montrose, cortlandt manor, lake peekskill, mohegan lake, history, things to do, places to go, activities, attractions, biking, kids, croton point park, wine cellars, revolutionary war

 Things To Do, Croton Dam, park, fishing, picnicking, hiking, Old Croton Aqueduct, Ballfields, Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Walking, Nature study, Picnicking, Playground, Winter Activities Croton Gorge Park

914-827-9568 
Croton Gorge Park, a 97-acre property, is located at Route 129, Cortlandt NY 10567, Westchester County. Croton Gorge Park is located at the base of the Croton Dam, and affords impressive views of the dam and spillway. The park is a popular spot for fishing, picnicking and hiking, with direct trail access to New York State’s Old Croton Aqueduct. The park is also available in winter for cross-country skiing and sledding.

Things To Do
Ball Fields
Fishing
Hiking Trails /Walking
Nature study
Picnicking, Playground

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing
    Sledding

 Eastchester (Westchester)10709, history, education of children, rural makeup, railroad, scarsdale, north, new rochelle on the east, yonkers on the west, and mt. vernon on the south, facts, traditions, biographical sketches, anecdotes about westchester county, northern

 Parks attractions Softball Soccer Football Fields Picnicking Haindl Recreation Park

914-771-3311 
Haindl Recreation Park is located at Brunham Road and Rescigno Drive. There are two fields that can be used for softball, soccer or football on this four and half-acres of parkland. There are also picnic tables under the trees.

Parks attractions include: Softball, Soccer, & Football Fields, Picnicking

 Parks Eastchester Playground Playfield Joyce Road Park

914-771-3311 
Joyce Road Park located at Joyce Road in Eastchester has a small playfield, climbing apparatus, benches and a sandbox on this two-thirds of an acre. A climbing structure and additional benches have been added.

Parks attractions include: Playground, Playfield.

 Parks attractions Little Leaque Ballfields Softball Field Picnicking Restrooms Labriola Park

914-771-3311 
Labriola Park located at the end of Burnham Road in Eastchester has two Little League size ballfields and one smaller children's ballfield that can be used for softball. Picnic tables are available. Group picnics can be held but must be reserved through the Recreation & Parks office. There is a charge for group picnics.

Parks attractions include: Little Leaque Ballfields, Softball Field, Picnicking, Restrooms,

 Parks attractions Basketball Volleyball Horseshoe Court Courts, All-weather Tennis Backboard Ballfield Playground Leewood Park

914-771-3311 
Leewood Park located on Leewood Drive in Eastchester has six all-weather tennis courts and two paddle tennis courts. Permits for tennis and paddle tennis are available at the Recreation and Parks office. There is also a basketball court, outdoor volleyball courts, an official horseshoe court and tennis backboard. The ballfield and playground were recently renovated and enlarged.

Parks attractions include: Basketball Court, Volleyball Courts, Horseshoe Court, All-weather Tennis Courts, Tennis Backboard, Ballfield, Playground.

 Irvington Village (Westchester)10533, irvington-on-hudson, about irvington, things to do, about activities, attractions, matthiessen park in irvington, golfer, play golf, restaurants in irvington, southwestern, history of irvington, washington irvington

 local park, ballfields, playground, comfort station, picnic pavilion, South County Trailway, Great Hunger Memorial, Things To Do, Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Ice Skating, Picnicking, Playground, V. E. Macy Park

914-946-8133 
V. E. Macy Park is a 172-acre park centrally located at Saw Mill River Road, Irvington, New York. The park is actually divided into three distinct areas with slightly different atmospheres. One part functions as a local park with ballfields, a playground, comfort station and picnic pavilion. Another includes Woodlands Lake, fishing, ice skating, access to the South County Trailway, and 500 feet of the former Putnam Division Railroad. The final area is largely undeveloped.

The Great Hunger Memorial “A section of V. E. Macy Park has been renamed so that the history of the Irish who fled to Westchester in the 1840s to escape poverty and famine will never be forgotten".

Point of Interest: The Great Hunger Memorial

Things To Do
Fishing
Great Hunger Memorial
Picnicking
Playground

    Winter Activities
    Cross-country Skiing
    Ice Skating

 Katonah (Westchester)10536, history, town history, about katonah, activities, attractions, things to do, hamlets, katonah, biking, hiking, fishing, katonah memorial park, antiquing, antique shops in katonah, historic sites, john jay homestead, historic site, children

 10536,Park, parks in the municipality of Bedford, activities, Things To Do, Baseball, Basketball, Paddle Tennis, Picnicking, Playground, Sledding, Soccer, Softball, Summer Day Camp, Swimming Pool, Tennis, Walking Trails Katonah Memorial Park

914-232-9349 
Katonah Memorial Park located in Katonah is one of several parks in the municipality of Bedford. The park offers walking trails, natural areas, and many other activities.

Things To Do
Baseball
Basketball
Paddle Tennis
Picnicking
Playground
Sledding
Soccer
Softball
Summer Day Camp
Swimming Pool
Tennis
Walking Trails

 Larchmont Village (Westchester)10538, history of larchmont, history, things to do, places to visit, activities, attractions, dining,  parks in larchmont, golf courses, antique stores, concerts in flint park, larchmont restaurants, buying a home in larchmont, mta larchmont train

 10538, recreational park, sports facilities, tennis, paddle tennis, baseball fields, soccer fields, basketball courts, picnic area, playground, toddlers, young children, summer day camp, kids, music under the stars, Things To Do, Baseball Fields Flint Park

914-834-6230 
Flint Park is located in Larchmont, NY 10538, Westchester County. Flint Park is the primary recreational park in the Village, located at the end of Locust Avenue. The park has a variety of sports facilities, including tennis and paddle tennis, three baseball fields, soccer fields, basketball courts, a picnic area, a playground for both toddlers and young children, and a summer day camp for ages 6 to 14.

The Larchmont-Mamaroneck Little League and Babe Ruth League, as well as the Larchmont Junior Soccer League, Lacrosse, and MHS teams use the fields in Flint Park for games and practices.

On Thursday evenings in July, you can enjoy concerts in the park. Bring the kids, a picnic supper, and enjoy listening to the music under the stars.

Things To Do
Baseball Fields
Basketball Courts
Paddle Tennis
Picnic Area
Playground for Toddlers and Young Children
Soccer Fields
Summer Day Camp
Tennis

 Mamaroneck Village (Westchester)10543, history of mamaroneck, about mamaroneck, history, interesting facts, about westchester county, things to do, about activities, attractions, places to go, great theatre, emelin theatre in mamaroneck, for children, restaurants in mamaroneck

 10543, Park, Fishing, Marina, Picnicking, Playground, Playing Fields, Salt Water Beach,  Showers, Spray Ground, Tennis Club, hot days of summer, cool off, swimming, largest park in the village, Things To Do, Boat Launch, Concerts Harbor Island Park and Conservancy

914-698-0343 
Harbor Island Park is located at Mamaroneck Avenue and Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck, NY 10543, Westchester County. Harbor Island is the largest park in Mamaroneck village with 44-acres of playground equipment such as swings; and a pavilion, rest rooms and showers.

For great summer fun bring your boat to the marina and boat launching area. Also available are docks, fishing floats, tennis club, picnic tables, benches, swing benches, ball fields, play fields, parking, concerts and special events. In the hot days of summer, cool off and go swimming at the 700 ft. salt water beach, or have fun at the spray ground. Press blue button for more about Harbor Island Park and Harbor Island Conservancy.

Things To Do
Boat Launch
Concerts
Fishing
Marina
Picnicking
Playground
Playing Fields
Salt Water Beach (700 feet)
Showers
Spray Ground
Tennis Club

 Montrose (Westchester)10548, hamlet, town of cortlandt, history of montrose, revolutionary war, history,  about montrose, things to do, places to go, around montrose, activities, attractions, state parks in montrose, fishing, biking, sportsman center, target areas

 10548, Park, waterfront park, views, Hudson River, tidal wetlands, fresh water pond, nature study, picnicking, Things To Do, Boat Launch, Fishing, Hiking Trails, Nature Study, Picnicking, Playground, Playing Fields George's Island Park

914-737-7530 
George’s Island Park, a 208-acre waterfront park, is located on Dutch Street, Montrose NY 10548, Westchester County in the Hudson River. George's Island offers magnificent views of the historic Hudson River. It contains tidal wetlands, a fresh water pond and wooded trails, and provides boat access to the Hudson River as well as areas for nature study and picnicking.

Things To Do
Boat Launch
Fishing
Hiking Trails
Nature Study
Picnicking
Playground
Playing Fields

 New Rochelle, City of (Westchester)10801, history, about new rochelle, things to do, places to visit, activities, attractions, restaurants, dining, buying a home in new rochelle, concert, golf course, antique stores, children, park, kids, parks in new rochelle, playground, movies, shopping

 10801, Park, Beach, recreation area, playground for children, a music bandshell, seating area, Things To Do, Bathing Beaches, Grassy Recreation Area, Music Bandshell, Playground Hudson Park

914-654-2087 
Hudson Park and Beach are located at the south end on Hudson Park Road, New Rochelle, NY 10801, Westchester County. Hudson Park features a grassy recreation area with a cameo playground for children, a music bandshell, seating area, bathing beaches and parking.

Things To Do
Bathing Beaches
Grassy Recreation Area
Music Bandshell
Playground

 Peekskill, City of (Westchester)10566, history, american revolution, activities, underground railroad, art district, artist studios, galleries, peekskill art lofts, about peekskill, things to do, places to visit, activities, attractions, dining, restaurants, buying a home

 10566, swim, walk, wooded trails, picnic, horseshoe court, Things To Do, Baseball, Basketball Court, Biking Trails, Bocce Ball, Fishing, Hiking / Walking, Horseback Riding, Horseshoes, Ice Skating, Picnicking, Playgrounds, Swimming, Winter Activities Depew Park

914-734-7275 
Depew Park is located at 363 Union Avenue, Peekskill NY 10566, Westchester Avenue. Depew Park, about 60-acres in size, is home to the City Recreation Office. You can enjoy a swim in Veterans Memorial Pool or walk on the many wooded trails. Enjoy the picnic pavilion overlooking Lake Mitchell or play a game of horseshoes at the horseshoe court. There is also a basketball court, tennis courts, a bocce ball court and playgrounds.

Things To Do
Baseball Fields (2)
Basketball Court
Biking Trails
Bocce Ball Court
Fishing
Hiking / Walking
Horseback Riding
Horseshoes
Picnicking (view of Lake Mitchell)
Playgrounds
Swimming (Olympic-sized Pool and a Baby Pool)
Tennis Courts
Tracks (2)

    Winter Activities
    Ice Skating

 10566, Park, basketball ball, basketball court, ballfield, relax on a park bench, children play in the playground, Things To Do, Benches Franklin Park

914-734-7275 
Franklin Park is located on Franklin Street between Smith Street and Simpson Place. Enjoy a game of basketball ball on the basketball court, throw a ball around on the ballfield, or just relax on a park bench while the children play in the playground.

Things To Do
Ball Fields
Basketball Court
Benches
Playground

 10566, Park, playing basketball, kids, spray pool on a hot summer day, Things To Do, Basketball Court, Spray Pool Lepore Park

914-734-7275 
Lepore Park is located at the western end of Main Street in Peekskill. Enjoy playing basketball during the day or in the evening, or bring the kids to the spray pool on a hot summer day.

Things To Do
Basketball Court
Spray Pool

 10566, Stadium, Louisa Street, baseball field, Hudson River, Games are played most evenings and weekends, concession stand Peekskill Stadium

914-734-7275 
Peekskill Stadium on Louisa Street is a state of the art baseball field complex overlooking the Hudson River. Games are played most evenings and weekends. Come down to enjoy the cool breeze off the River and watch a ball game. Food is available at the concession stand.

 10566, Park,,Lapolla Little League, playground and basketball courts, Things To Do, Basketball Courts, Little League Games, Playground Tompkins Park

914-734-7275 
Tompkins Park is accessible from Main Street (Route 6) in Peekskill NY 10566, Westchester County. Tompkins Park is home to the Lapolla Little League. Games are played throughout the spring and summer; and a playground and basketball courts are accessible from the Park Street entrance.

Things To Do
Basketball Courts
Little League Games
Playground

 Pound Ridge, Town of (Westchester)northeast, northeastern, north, poundridge, scott corners, northeastern westchester county, topography pound ridge, undeveloped land, ward pound ridge reservation, westchester park, fishing, cross-country skiing

 10576, Park, local park, activities, toddlers, children, teens, Day Camp, fun for children, Ball Fields, Hiking Trails, Ice Skating, Picnicking, Playgrounds, Showers, Snack Bar, Swimming Pools, Winter Activities, Ice Hockey, Ice Skating Pound Ridge Town Park

914-764-0947 
The Pound Ridge Town Park is located at 199 Westchester Avenue, Pound Ridge NY 10576, Westchester County. Pound Ridge Park is a beautiful local park offering many activities for toddlers, children, teens, and adults. A Day Camp is available for an exciting summer of fun for children. Other activities, such as exercise programs, bridge group, toddler art, little league, tennis, basketball, and other sports are open to all ages. Press blue button for more about this wonderful park.

Things To Do
Ball Fields
Hiking Trails / Walking
Picnicking
Playgrounds (Toddler and older children's playgrounds)
Showers
Snack Bar
Swimming Pools (Toddler, mid-size, and Olympic size pool)
Tennis

    Winter Activities
    Ice Hockey
    Ice Skating

 Tuckahoe Village (Westchester)southeast southeastern south southern

 Parks attractions Baseball Softball Soccer Fields Basketball Court Hiking Walking Playground Bronx River Parkway Oval

914-771-3311 
Parkway Oval is a 14-acre park located at Consulate Drive in Tuckahoe in the municipality of Eastchester. It has a baseball and softball field, soccer fields, all-purpose playfield and a full basketball court, a playground area with swings, climber and benches. This park is adjacent to a jogging and bicycle path along the scenic Bronx River.

Parks attractions include: Baseball, Softball, & Soccer Fields, Basketball Court, Hiking / Walking Playground

 Yonkers, City of (Westchester)south southern southwest southwestern hudson river valley

 10710, Park, pool, recreational activities, celebrations, fairs, festivals, Things To Do, Ball Fields, Biking, Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Ice Skating, In-line Skating, Miniature Golf, Picnicking, Playground, Refreshments, Swimming Tibbetts Brook Park

914-231-2865 
Tibbetts Brook Park, a 161-acre park, is located at Midland Avenue, Yonkers NY 10710, Westchester County. Tibbetts Brook Park offers a large 412’ x 125’ pool. It was one of the first parks developed by Westchester County. The Park offers many recreational activities throughout the year and hosts ethnic celebrations, fairs, and festivals during the summer months.

Things To Do
Ball Fields
Biking
Fishing
Hiking / Walking
In-line Skating
Miniature Golf
Picnicking
Playground
Refreshments
Swimming

    Winter Activities
    Cross-country Skiing
    Ice Skating

 Yorktown Heights (Westchester)northwest northwestern north northern hudson river valley yorktownheights yorktownheight height

 10598, Park, picnic, pool, freshwater fishing, rowboats, pedal boats rental, ice skaters, Things To Do, Biking, Boat Launch, Cross-Country Skiing, Disk golf, Fishing, Food, Hiking Trails, Ice Skating, Picnic Tables, Playground, Playing Fields FDR, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park

845-245-4434 
The Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park is located at 2957 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights NY 10598, Westchester County. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Park offers many scenic views. The park's spacious picnic areas, which can accommodate individual families as well as large groups, may be reserved in advance. The park's large pool can hold 4,000 bathers at one time.

The park's oasis of blue water, Mohansic Lake and Crom Pond, provide excellent freshwater fishing and boating. Popular catches include bass, perch, and sun fish. A New York State Freshwater Fishing License is required. Both rowboats and pedal boats are available for rental; however, a regional boating permit allows visitors to launch their own rowboats, canoes or kayaks. For an additional fee, rowboat owners may also store their boats. In wintertime, the water's tree lined border provides a winter wonderland backdrop for ice skaters and ice fisherman.

The park's picnic areas have volleyball nets and many have softball fields or basketball courts. There is also a soccer field. Sports enthusiasts may wish to try their hand at Disc golf, a short distance from the picnic areas. You can play either 9 or 18 holes. The rules and scorecards are located at the course and loaner Frisbees are available from the park office. The park’s hills and trails are perfect for winter sports.

Things To Do
Biking
Boat Launch Sites
Boat Rentals
Fishing
Food
Golf Course
Hiking Trails / Walking
Picnic Tables
Playground
Playing Fields
Pool
Recreation Programs

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing
    Ice Fishing
    Ice Skating
    Snowmobiling

 East Berne (Albany)

 12059, Hudson Valley, Helderberg Escarpment, camping ground, wooded campsites, sandy beach, fishing areas, Things to Do, Boat Launches, Boat Rentals, Campsites, Fishing, Hiking, Nature Trails, Picnic Tables, Playgrounds, Winter Fun, Cross-County Skiing Thompson's Lake State Park

518-872-1674 
Thompson's Lake State Park is located at 68 Thompsons Lake Road, East Berne NY 12059, Albany in the Hudson Valley. Thompson's Lake State Park, nestled in the mountains just four miles from the Helderberg Escarpment, is a popular camping ground and recreation area. In addition to 140 wooded campsites, the park offers a sandy beach, mixed hardwood and conifer forests, limestone outcroppings and open fields. Recreational opportunities include a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, a playing field, swing-sets, carry-in boat access, rental row boats, fishing areas, and nature trails. Interpretive and recreational programs are offered for campers throughout the summer. During the winter, visitors can cross-country ski and ice fish.

The Emma Treadwell Thacher Center is located on Thompson's Lake next to the campground and is accessible to campers. The center opened in July 2001 and offers exhibits, interactive displays, trails for hiking and skiing, and educational programs. Boat Launch Site - Carry in Only

Press blue button for hours of operation, directions, fees and rates, and more about Thompson's Lake State Park.

Things to Do
Beach (sandy beach)
Boat Launches
Boat Rentals
Camper Recreation
Campsites
Fishing
Hiking
Horseshew Pits
Nature Trails
Picnic Tables
Playgrounds
Playing Fields
Recreational Programs

    Winter Activities
    Cross-County Skiing
    Ice Fishing
    Snowshoeing Trails

 Ancram (Columbia)

 Park, Top 100 Campgrounds, activities, swimming, beaches, picnic grounds, boat launch, hiking, biking, cross-country ski, Ice skating, ice fishing, Things To Do, Beach, Biking, Boat Rentals, Cabins, Fishing, Sledding, Snowmobiling, X-Country Skiing Lake Taghkanic State Park

518-851-3631 
in 2005 Lake Taghkanic State Park was named one of the Top 100 Campgrounds in the nation. Lake Taghkanic State Park, nestled next to Lake Taghkanic in the rolling hills and lush forests of Columbia County, offers a wonderful variety of recreational activities. The park has tent, trailer campsites, cabin, and cottage camping facilities. In the hot days of summer you can go swimming at one of the two beaches. Have picnics at the picnic grounds and launch your boat at the boat launch. In addition, the park has hiking, biking, cross-country ski and snowmobile trails. Ice skating and ice fishing are permitted when conditions are appropriate.

There are three Vacation Rental Cottages that have the amenities of home. The units are outfitted with a bathroom with toilet and shower, a kitchen with hot and cold running water, refrigerator, stove, microwave, cooking and eating utensils, enclosed/screened-in back porch facing the water, a picnic table and fire ring. Press blue button for photos, and more about Lake Taghkanic State Park.

Things To Do
Beach
Biking
Boat Launch sites
Boat Rentals
Cabins & Campsites
Fishing
Food
Hiking
Hunting
Pavilions
Picnic Tables
Playground & Playing Field(s)
Showers
Sledding, Snowmobiling & Snowshoeing
Tent/Trailer Sites
Vacation Rentals

    Winter Activities
    Cross-country Skiing
    Ice Fishing
    Ice Skating

 New York Citymanhattan bronx brooklyn queens staten island midtown mid town big apple

 Park, Kids, Things To Do, Baseball, Softball, Bicycle Riding, Birding, Boating, Chess, Carousel, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Ice Skating, Inline Skating, Nature Walks, Playgrounds, Swimming, Tennis, Wall Climbing, Zoo, Winter Activities Central Park

212-310-6600 
Central Park is located in the very heart of New York City (Manhattan). Central Park's east side opens onto "Museum Mile" which includes the world famous "Metropolitan Museum of Art". Central Park's west side opens near New York City's Lincoln Center, home to The Metropolitan Opera House, New York Philharmonic, NYC Ballet, New York State Opera and more. The entrance on Central Park South is across from New York City's landmark Plaza Hotel. Walk a few blocks east and you will find yourself in one of the most renowned shopping areas in the world - the famed New York City's Fifth Avenue.

Central Park is located on 843-acres of beautifully landscaped park space sprinkled with wonderful statuary, classic architecture, the great lawn and more. With 25 million visitors each year, Central Park is the most frequently visited urban park in the United States. The park's many features include: the Central Park Zoo and Wildlife Center, 21 Playgrounds, Walking Tours, Music in the Park, Recreation Programs. Sports such as Bicycle Riding, Birding, Chess, cross-country Skiing, Fishing, Horseback Riding, Ice Skating, Row Boating, Swimming, Tennis, Wall Climbing are all availble. You can even take advantage of the many Nature Walks and Educational Programs.

Restaurants in Central Park
Many casual eating-spots and fine dining restaurants are available in Central Park. Escape the bustle of NYC for a while and dine in an oasis of trees and flowers, or dine overlooking the lake. Press blue button for a list of restaurants in Central Park.

Just for Kids at Central Park
Central Park is a wonderland for children with 21 Playgrounds, Boating, Climbing Walls, Ice Skating, Inline Skating, and don't forget that picnic while the kids play in the park. Select "Kids to Do" activities, or "Belvedere Castle" and the "Dana Discovery Center" for environmental programs. Click on "Recreation Programs" to discover the fun and exercise available including exciting Adventure programs. Press blue button for more information on "Just for Kids".

The Carousel at Central Park
Central Park's first carousel was built in 1870. After a long search the Parks Department discovered the present vintage Carousel. The Carousel is one of the largest in the United States, with 58 hand-carved, painted horses. Stein and Goldstein were among the foremost carvers of their day and the horses – nearly life-size in the outer ring – are caught rearing or mid-stride with almost fierce reality.

The Carousel today still holds its magic charm, with almost 250,000 riders a year. Both adults and children enjoy the scale of the horses and the brisk speed of the ride. During warm weather the admissions line snakes around hot dog and popcorn vendors, recalling the atmosphere of a country fair.

North Meadow Recreation Center at Central Park. The North Meadow Recreation Center, south of the Meadow, was originally built as stables. It was converted to a recreation facility in the early 1990s. At 23 acres, the North Meadow is the Park's largest open space, punctuated only by the clay fans of ballfields.

Things To Do
Baseball and Softball (26 ballfields)
Bicycle Riding
Birding
Boating
Chess
Children's Carousel
Family Fishing
Horseback Riding
Inline Skating
Nature Walks
Playgrounds (21 playgrounds)
Swimming
Tennis
Wall Climbing
Zoo

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing
    Ice Skating

 10031, Park, roller skating, ice-skating, lap pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, Things To Do, Carousel, Food, Gymnasium, Hiking, Performing Arts, Picnic Tables, Playground, Playing Fields, Pool, Showers Tennis, Amphitheater, Docking Riverbank State Park

212-694-3600 
Riverbank State Park is located at 679 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10031. Riverbank State Park is the only park of its kind in the Western Hemisphere. Inspired by urban rooftop designs in Japan, this 28-acre multi-level landscaped recreational facility is a state-of-the-art park facility. Rising 69 feet above the Hudson River, Riverbank offers a wide variety of recreational, athletic and arts experiences for all ages, interests and abilities.

Housed in five major buildings are an Olympic-size pool, a covered skating rink for roller skating in the summer and ice-skating in the winter, an 800-seat cultural theater, a 2,500-seat athletic complex with fitness room, and a 150-seat restaurant.

Outdoor sports amenities include a 25-yard lap pool, a wading pool, four tennis courts, four basketball courts, a softball field, four hand/paddleball courts, and a 400-meter eight-lane running track with a football/soccer field.

Riverbank also boasts spectacular promenade views of the Hudson River, the Palisade Mountains and the George Washington Bridge. At water level, there is a 900-seat amphitheater and docking facilities for excursion and fishing boats.

Points of Interest: The "Totally Kid Carousel", created by Milo Mottola and 37 young children.

Things To Do
Carousel
Food
Gymnasium
Hiking
Performing Arts Center
Picnic Tables
Playground
Playing Fields
Pool
Roller Skating
Showers
Tennis
Water Level

    Winter Activities
    Ice Skating
Amphitheater
Docking facilities (excursion and fishing boats)

 Orange Countygarrison counties tourist tourism tour touring guide visit visiting travel traveler vacation holiday attractions sights sightsee places interest day tripper explore exploring county locations southern connecticut fairfield greenwich stamford ridgefield new canaan

 Recreation Area, Harriman State Park, picnic areas, playing fields, cross-country ski, hiking trails, Hiking, Picnic Tables, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, lakes, reservoirs Anthony Wayne Recreation Area - Harriman State Park

845-942-2560 
The Anthony Wayne Recreation Area of Harriman State Park* lies in a wooded valley. Facilities include picnic areas with fireplaces, playing fields and cross-country ski and hiking trails.

Things To Do
Biking Trails in Hudson Valley
Hiking trails in the Hudson Valley
Picnic Tables
Playing Fields

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing

Press blue button for park description, hours of operation, directions, pets, fees, and more about the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area of Harriman State Park.

* Harriman State Park, located in Rockland and Orange counties, is the second-largest park in the New York State parks system, with 31 lakes and reservoirs, 200 miles of hiking trails, and more.

 Things To Do, Bear Mountain Park, hikers, historic Appalachian trail, campgrounds, great hiking, hikers, attractiions, activities, swimming pool, nature trails, Zoo, ice skating, Biking, Cross-Country Skiing, Merry-Go-Round Bear Mountain State Park - Orange County

845-786-2701 
Bear Mountain State Park is located on the west side of the Hudson River in Orange County and Rockland County, New York. The 5,067-acre (20.51 km2) Bear Mountain State Park, flagship of the Palisades Interstate Park System, is renowned for its natural beauty and rugged mountains and is just 45 miles north of New York City, in the historic and beautiful Hudson River Valley.

    Lakes, ponds, forest, hills, and mountains abound at Bear Mountain. Bear Mountain is heavily forested, offering the natural beauty of sights such as Perkins Memorial Point,

    Of interest to hikers, the historic Appalachian Trail is carried across the Bear Mountain Bridge and the Popolopen Suspension Bridge. Although campgrounds and lodging are available, Bear Mountain Park is primarily a day-use park offering magnificent scenery, photo opportunities, and great hiking for all levels of hikers. The historic Bear Mountain Inn, situated in Bear Mountain Park, overlooks Hessian Lake and provides food and overnight accommodations. Food is also available at several vendors around Hessian Lake and in other areas of the park.

Bear Mountain Park attractions and activities include: a large playing field, picnic groves, rowboat docks on Hessian Lake, swimming pool and bathhouse, nature trails including key segments of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and the Long Path, basketball court, Trailside Museums and Zoo, Iona Island Estuarine Reserve and Bird Refuge, Perkins Tower, and the Merry-Go-Round. Many winter activities are available at Bear Mountain Park, including an outdoor rink that is open for ice-skating from late October through mid-March.

Perkins Memorial Tower sits 1,305 feet above the Hudson River, atop Bear Mountain. Perkins Point and Perkins Memorial Tower afford spectacular views of the park, the Hudson Highlands and Harriman State Park. Driving, biking, or hiking along Perkins Memorial Drive offers breathtaking views from many vantage points leading to Perkins Memorial Tower perched at the top of the mountain. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at one of many picnic spots that are available along Perkins Memorial Drive.

Click to enlarge photo of sign - Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery.

Click to enlarge photo of sign - Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery

Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery
Walk the Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery where you will "stand on the site of Fort Clinton, which was built along with Fort Montgomery to prevent British ships from sailing up the Hudson River during the Revolutionary War. On October 6, 1777, the British captured both forts and destroyed them shortly thereafter.

"This trail leads down to the Popolopen Creek and across the Popolopen Suspension Footbridge to Fort Montgomery State Historic Site. Fort Montgomery is an archeological site and a historic ruin. Interpretive signs and an audio tour are available to help understand the history of the fort and the battle."


More fun and educational attractions for kids include the Trailside Museum and Zoo, and the Merry-Go-Round featuring 42 hand carved seats of native animals. After a ride on the merry-go-round, visit the zoo and see how many native animals you can recognize. (Perhaps your children can help name the animals.) .

    Great kids Attraction - Merry-Go-Round
    The Merry-Go-Round at Bear Mountain features hand painted scenes of the park and 42 hand carved seats of native animals including: black bear, wild turkey, deer, raccoon, skunk, Canada goose, fox, swan, bobcat, rabbit and more.

    Great kids Attraction - Trailside Museum and Zoo
    There are four museums at Trailside. The Reptile and Amphibian House is home to a variety of turtles, snakes, frogs, toads, salamanders and skinks as well as many species of fish. The Nature Study Museum houses specimens originally created by the Museum of Natural History to educate people about animal identification. Visitors can learn about geologic formations of the Hudson Highlands in the Geology Museum and local Native American and early settler culture in the History Museum.

Things To Do
Biking Trails in Hudson Valley
Boat Rentals
Dockage
Fishing (lake and river fishing)
Food at park and at Bear Mountain Inn
Hiking Trails / Walking
Merry-Go-Round Pavilion
Nature Trail
Perkins Memorial Drive & Tower
Picnic Tables
Playground
Playing Fields
Pool (very large pool)
Swimming
Trailside Museums
Zoo and Nature Park

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing
    Ice Skating

 park, lakes, reservoirs, hiking trails, beaches, camping, scenic roads, wildlife, Things To Do, Beach, Biking, Boat Launch Sites, Boat Rentals, Horseback Riding, Cabins, Campsites, Fishing, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, Ice Fishing Harriman State Park - Orange County (and Rockland)

845-786-2701 
Harriman State Park, located in Rockland and Orange counties, is the second-largest park in the parks system, with 31 lakes and reservoirs, 200 miles of hiking trails, three beaches, two public camping areas, a network of group camps, miles of streams and scenic roads, and scores of wildlife species, vistas and vantage points. Harriman State Park includes Lakes Welch, Sebago, Tiorati and Silvermine, the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Sebago Cabins and Beaver Pond Campgrounds.

Things To Do
Biking Trails in Hudson Valley
Boat Launch Sites
Boat Rentals
Bridle Path / Horseback Riding
Cabins
Campsites
Fishing spots in Hudson Valley
Food
Hiking trails in Hudson Valley
Museum & Visitor Center
Picnic Tables
Playing Fields
Showers
Tent / Trailer Sites

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing
    Ice Fishing

Press blue button for park description, hours of operation, getting there, fees, and more about Harriman State Park.

 picnic areas, Beach, Harriman State Park, swimming, sandy beach, anglers, fish for bass, perch, Things To Do, Boat launches, Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking, Fishing spots, Hiking trails, Picnic, Playgrounds, showers Lake Sebago Beach - Harriman State Park - Orange

845-351-2583 
Lake Sebago Beach in Harriman State Park is located in Rockland County, New York. Lawns, fields and picnic areas surround Lake Sebago Beach. In addition to swimming on the sandy beach, anglers can fish for bass, perch, sunfish and more.

Things To Do
Beach
Boat launches
Boating (Canoeing, Kayaking)
Fishing spots in the Hudson Valley (NYS fishing license required)
Hiking trails in the Hudson Valley
Picnic tables
Playgrounds
Playing fields
Showers
Swimming

Press blue button for park description, hours of operation, getting there, fees, and more about Lake Sebago Beach at Harriman State Park.

Scenic Drives
7 Lakes Drive in Harriman State Park, built in 1913, runs approximately 20 miles between Sloatsburg, NY on the southern end to Bear Mountain State Park on the northern end. A scenic ride along Seven Lakes Drive passes lakes Sebago, Skanatati, Askoti, Kanawauke, Tiorati, Nawahunta and Silver Mine Lake.

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 Recreation, scenic area, playing fields, cross-country ski,  hiking trails, Things To Do, Biking, Hiking Trails, Picnic Tables, Playing Fields, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, Harriman State Park, picnic areas with fireplaces Anthony Wayne Recreation Area

845-942-2560 
The Anthony Wayne Recreation Area is a wooded and scenic area within Harriman State Park and is located in Rockland and Orange counties. Facilities include picnic areas with fireplaces, playing fields and cross-country ski and hiking trails.

Things To Do
Biking
Hiking Trails / Walking
Picnic Tables
Playing Fields

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing

 Recreation Area, Harriman State Park, picnic areas, playing fields, cross-country ski, hiking trails, Hiking, Picnic Tables, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, lakes, reservoirs Anthony Wayne Recreation Area - Harriman State Park

845-942-2560 
The Anthony Wayne Recreation Area of Harriman State Park* lies in a wooded valley. Facilities include picnic areas with fireplaces, playing fields and cross-country ski and hiking trails.

Things To Do
Biking Trails in Hudson Valley
Hiking trails in the Hudson Valley
Picnic Tables
Playing Fields

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing

Press blue button for park description, hours of operation, directions, pets, fees, and more about the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area of Harriman State Park.

* Harriman State Park, located in Rockland and Orange counties, is the second-largest park in the New York State parks system, with 31 lakes and reservoirs, 200 miles of hiking trails, and more.

 Things To Do, Bear Mountain Park, hikers, historic Appalachian trail, campgrounds, great hiking, hikers, attractiions, activities, swimming pool, nature trails, Zoo, ice skating, Biking, Cross-Country Skiing, Merry-Go-Round Bear Mountain State Park - Rockland County

845-786-2701 
Bear Mountain State Park is located on the west side of the Hudson River in Orange County and Rockland County, New York. The 5,067-acre (20.51 km2) Bear Mountain State Park, flagship of the Palisades Interstate Park System, is renowned for its natural beauty and rugged mountains and is just 45 miles north of New York City, in the historic and beautiful Hudson River Valley.

    Lakes, ponds, forest, hills, and mountains abound at Bear Mountain. Bear Mountain is heavily forested, offering the natural beauty of sights such as Perkins Memorial Point,

    Of interest to hikers, the historic Appalachian Trail is carried across the Bear Mountain Bridge and the Popolopen Suspension Bridge. Although campgrounds and lodging are available, Bear Mountain Park is primarily a day-use park offering magnificent scenery, photo opportunities, and great hiking for all levels of hikers. The historic Bear Mountain Inn, situated in Bear Mountain Park, overlooks Hessian Lake and provides food and overnight accommodations. Food is also available at several vendors around Hessian Lake and in other areas of the park.

Bear Mountain Park attractions and activities include: a large playing field, picnic groves, rowboat docks on Hessian Lake, swimming pool and bathhouse, nature trails including key segments of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and the Long Path, basketball court, Trailside Museums and Zoo, Iona Island Estuarine Reserve and Bird Refuge, Perkins Tower, and the Merry-Go-Round. Many winter activities are available at Bear Mountain Park, including an outdoor rink that is open for ice-skating from late October through mid-March.

Perkins Memorial Tower sits 1,305 feet above the Hudson River, atop Bear Mountain. Perkins Point and Perkins Memorial Tower afford spectacular views of the park, the Hudson Highlands and Harriman State Park. Driving, biking, or hiking along Perkins Memorial Drive offers breathtaking views from many vantage points leading to Perkins Memorial Tower perched at the top of the mountain. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at one of many picnic spots that are available along Perkins Memorial Drive.

Click to enlarge photo of sign - Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery.

Click to enlarge photo of sign - Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery

Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery
Walk the Popolopen Creek Trail to Fort Montgomery where you will "stand on the site of Fort Clinton, which was built along with Fort Montgomery to prevent British ships from sailing up the Hudson River during the Revolutionary War. On October 6, 1777, the British captured both forts and destroyed them shortly thereafter.

"This trail leads down to the Popolopen Creek and across the Popolopen Suspension Footbridge to Fort Montgomery State Historic Site. Fort Montgomery is an archeological site and a historic ruin. Interpretive signs and an audio tour are available to help understand the history of the fort and the battle."


More fun and educational attractions for kids include the Trailside Museum and Zoo, and the Merry-Go-Round featuring 42 hand carved seats of native animals. After a ride on the merry-go-round, visit the zoo and see how many native animals you can recognize. (Perhaps your children can help name the animals.) .

    Great kids Attraction - Merry-Go-Round
    The Merry-Go-Round at Bear Mountain features hand painted scenes of the park and 42 hand carved seats of native animals including: black bear, wild turkey, deer, raccoon, skunk, Canada goose, fox, swan, bobcat, rabbit and more.

    Great kids Attraction - Trailside Museum and Zoo
    There are four museums at Trailside. The Reptile and Amphibian House is home to a variety of turtles, snakes, frogs, toads, salamanders and skinks as well as many species of fish. The Nature Study Museum houses specimens originally created by the Museum of Natural History to educate people about animal identification. Visitors can learn about geologic formations of the Hudson Highlands in the Geology Museum and local Native American and early settler culture in the History Museum.

Things To Do
Biking Trails in Hudson Valley
Boat Rentals
Dockage
Fishing (lake and river fishing)
Food at park and at Bear Mountain Inn
Hiking Trails / Walking
Merry-Go-Round Pavilion
Nature Trail
Perkins Memorial Drive & Tower
Picnic Tables
Playground
Playing Fields
Pool (very large pool)
Swimming
Trailside Museums
Zoo and Nature Park

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing
    Ice Skating

 park, lakes, reservoirs, hiking trails, beaches, camping, scenic roads, wildlife, Things To Do, Beach, Biking, Boat Launch Sites, Boat Rentals, Horseback Riding, Cabins, Campsites, Fishing, Winter Activities, Cross-Country Skiing, Ice Fishing Harriman State Park - Rockland County (and Orange)

845-786-2701 
Harriman State Park, located in Rockland and Orange counties, is the second-largest park in the parks system, with 31 lakes and reservoirs, 200 miles of hiking trails, three beaches, two public camping areas, a network of group camps, miles of streams and scenic roads, and scores of wildlife species, vistas and vantage points. Harriman State Park includes Lakes Welch, Sebago, Tiorati and Silvermine, the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Sebago Cabins and Beaver Pond Campgrounds.

Things To Do
Biking Trails in Hudson Valley
Boat Launch Sites
Boat Rentals
Bridle Path / Horseback Riding
Cabins
Campsites
Fishing spots in Hudson Valley
Food
Hiking trails in Hudson Valley
Museum & Visitor Center
Picnic Tables
Playing Fields
Showers
Tent / Trailer Sites

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing
    Ice Fishing

Press blue button for park description, hours of operation, getting there, fees, and more about Harriman State Park.

 picnic areas, Beach, Harriman State Park, swimming, sandy beach, anglers, fish for bass, perch, Things To Do, Boat launches, Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking, Fishing spots, Hiking trails, Picnic, Playgrounds, showers Lake Sebago Beach - Harriman State Park - Rockland

845-351-2583 
Lake Sebago Beach in Harriman State Park is located in Rockland County, New York. Lawns, fields and picnic areas surround Lake Sebago Beach. In addition to swimming on the sandy beach, anglers can fish for bass, perch, sunfish and more.

Things To Do
Beach
Boat launches
Boating (Canoeing, Kayaking)
Fishing spots in the Hudson Valley (NYS fishing license required)
Hiking trails in the Hudson Valley
Picnic tables
Playgrounds
Playing fields
Showers
Swimming

Press blue button for park description, hours of operation, getting there, fees, and more about Lake Sebago Beach at Harriman State Park.

Scenic Drives
7 Lakes Drive in Harriman State Park, built in 1913, runs approximately 20 miles between Sloatsburg, NY on the southern end to Bear Mountain State Park on the northern end. A scenic ride along Seven Lakes Drive passes lakes Sebago, Skanatati, Askoti, Kanawauke, Tiorati, Nawahunta and Silver Mine Lake.

 Hudson, Piermont Marsh, swimming pool, running track, tennis courts, cross-country skiing, a walking trail, picnic areas, Things To Do, Biking, Hiking Paths, Picnic Tables, Playground, Playing Fields, Pool, Showers, Tennis, Winter Activities Tallman Mountain State Park

845-359-0544 
Tallman Mountain State Park comprises wooded country on the easterly slope of the Palisades uplands overlooking the Hudson and Piermont Marsh, which lies between the river and the slope. The marsh is part of the Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve. The park operates as a day-use area, offering a swimming pool, running track, tennis courts, playfield, cross-country skiing, a walking trail, hiking and picnic areas.

Things To Do
Biking
Hiking Paths / Walking
Picnic Tables
Playground
Playing Fields
Showers
Swimming (pool)
Tennis

    Winter Activities
    Cross-Country Skiing

 Saugerties (Ulster)

  Cantine Veterans Sports Complex

845-246-5890 
Cantine Veterans Sports Complex, a 127-acre sports and recreation complex, is located at the Washington Avenue Extension, Saugerties, NY 12477 in Ulster County.

in Biking Bowling Parks Playgrounds Recreation 127 acre Sports Complex featuring 11 baseball / softball fields, 4 soccer fields, a fully enclosed refrigerated ice arena, 3 playgrounds, 4 pavilions, trails, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, indoor and outdoor shuffle board courts and a senior citizens' multi-purpose recreation center. Many other year-round recreational services. Roadways and parking.

Things To Do
Ball fields (11)
Bandstand (enclosed)
Basketball courts (3)
Conference center
Grandstands (2 covered)
Hiking Trails (views of the Catskills and Berkshires
Horseshoe pits (8)
Pavilions (4 with service Kitchenettes)
Picnic areas and barbeque equipment
Playgrounds, (3) including a Small World Playground
Senior Citizen’s multi-purpose recreation center
Shuffleboard courts (indoor and outdoor)
Soccer fields (4 regulation size)
Tennis courts (4 lighted)

    Winter Activities
    Ice Arena (Olympic size, fully enclosed)


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