Rye Playland is Metro New York's great family amusement park and entertainment center. Featuring more than 50 rides for children and adults, Playland also offers free entertainment and has a beach, pool, boardwalk and pier on scenic Long Island Sound, lake boating, picnic area, mini golf and indoor ice-skating.
Point of Interest: Rye Playland has the distinction of being America's first totally planned amusement park and prototype for today's successful theme parks. Dedicated as a National Historic Landmark in 1987, Playland has provided family fun since 1928. Often referred to as "Rye Playland", it is America's only government owned and operated amusement park.
Saxon Woods was maintained as a woodland until 1931 when an 18-hole golf course was opened to the public. This is a 700 acre park offering a variety of recreational facilities including a pool, picnic areas and a 18 hole miniature golf course. It is also the site of the county’s only playground that is accessible to the disabled.
Parks attractions include: Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking Trails / Walking, Equestrian Trails, Miniature Golf, Nature Study, Picnicking, Playground (Accessible to the disabled), Refreshments, Swimming
Tibbetts Brook Park is a 161 acre park with 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.