Kids Westchester | ||
Westchester CountySledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
|
All Bronxville Listings
Bronxville Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Bronx River Pathway | 914-864-7000 | |
The Bronx River Pathway is located within the Bronx River Reservation, an 807-acre linear park created as an adjunct to the construction of the Bronx River Parkway that was opened in 1925. The parkway, which has the distinction of being the first parkway in the nation, extends 13.2 miles in Westchester from the New York City line north to the Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.
The Pathway consists of three paved segments: a one-mile loop near Oak Street in Mount Vernon; a 3.6-mile section from Palmer Road in Bronxville north to Harney Road in Scarsdale and a 5-mile section extending from Green Acres Avenue in Hartsdale to Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.On Sundays during spring and autumn, a portion of the Bronx River Parkway closes to vehicular traffic for the county’s popular Bike & Skate Sundays program. website and more . . . |
All Cortlandt Listings
Cortlandt Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Croton Gorge Park & Historic Croton Dam | 914-827-9568 | |
photos, website and more . . . |
All Cross River Listings
Cross River Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Trailside Nature Museum - WPR - Cross River | 914-864-7322 | |
Click to enlarge picture of "Entrance to Ward Pound Reservation". The Trailside Nature Museum is located at 6 Reservation Road, (Junction of Routes 35 and 121 South), Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River, NY 10518 in Westchester County. The Museum is owned and operated by Westchester County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation. The museum was built in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), and is one of the oldest interpretive nature centers in the United States. photos, website and more . . . | ||
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation - Cross River | 914-864-7322 | |
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, a 4,315-acre park, is the largest park in Westchester County. The park is divided in area between the towns of Pound Ridge and Lewisboro. The northern one-third of the park is in Lewisboro and the remaining two-thirds of the park are in Pound Ridge.
Click to enlarge picture of "Visitor Center at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation". As you drive into the park and up to the main entrance booth, you'll see the visitor center on your right and the Art Center a short distance ahead, on your left. photos, website and more . . . |
All Croton-on-Hudson Listings
Croton-on-Hudson Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Croton Point Nature Center | 914-862-5297 | |
The Croton Point Nature Center is located at the 504-acre Croton Point Park, the largest peninsula of the Hudson River in Croton-on-Hudson. The scenic discovery trail winds its way through the park, enabling visitors to explore the Croton Point's many plant and wildlife species, including painted turtles and a variety of frogs, as well as its unique historical features. website and more . . . | ||
Croton Point Park | 914-862-5290 | |
Croton Point Park, 508-acres in size, is located at Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson in Westchester County. Find many historical features at Croton Point, including Historic School House, Wine Cellar, Wine Cottage, and more. website and more . . . |
All Dobbs Ferry Listings
Dobbs Ferry Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Old Croton Aqueduct "State Historic Park" | 914-693-5259 | |
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park is located at 15 Walnut Street, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 in Westchester County.
A Bit of History about Old Croton Aqueduct "During the 1830s New York City was in dire need of a fresh water supply to combat the steady rise of disease and to fight numerous fires that often engulfed large tracts of businesses and homes. After numerous proposals and an abandoned plan two years into its production, construction of an unprecedented magnitude began in 1837 under the expertise of John Bloomfield Jervis. The proposed plan called for a 41 mile aqueduct and dam to be built in order to run water from the Croton River to New York City. Three to four thousand workers, mostly Irish immigrants earning up to $1.00 per day, completed the masonry marvel in just five years. In 1842 water flowed into above ground reservoirs located at the present sites of the New York Public Library and the Great Lawn of Central Park. Throngs of people attended the formal celebration held on October 14th and celebrated with "Croton cocktails" - a mix of Croton water and lemonade." website and more . . . |
All Eastchester Listings
Eastchester Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Twin Lakes Park and Nature Study Woods | 914-961-2192 | |
Twin Lakes Park and Nature Study Woods, a park and an equestrian center offering boarding, leasing, horse shows, English riding, and therapeutic riding, is located at 960 California Road, Bronxville, NY 10708 in Westchester County.
From Twin Lakes: "Twin Lakes Park in Eastchester and Nature Study Woods in New Rochelle, are composed of two land parcels separated by the Hutchinson River Parkway. The native woodland surrounds a series of lakes that make up the predominant character of the parks. Access to Nature Study Woods is on Webster Road in New Rochelle. website and more . . . |
All Irvington-on-Hudson Listings
Irvington-on-Hudson Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
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. website and more . . . |
All Katonah Listings
Katonah Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Katonah Memorial Park | 914-666-7004 | |
Katonah Memorial Park is located at 98 North Street, Katonah, NY 10536 in the hamlet of Katonah. It is one of several parks in the municipality of Bedford that offer Summer Day Camp programs and many other activities for kids and adults.
Picnic Packs For residents planning summer picnics, the Bedford Recreation & Parks Department offers free use of a picnic pack of outdoor game equipment such as playground balls, jump ropes, Frisbees, whiffle balls, bats, etc. Those interested should contact the office at least one week prior to their planned picnic. A $25 refundable deposit is required (refunded upon the return of the picnic pack ). website and more . . . |
All Mount Kisco Listings
Mount Kisco Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Leonard Park and Pool | 914-666-3059 | |
Leonard Park, a 116-acre park, is located at 104 East Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY 10549 in Westchester County. Leonard Park offers recreation programs, including basketball, baseball, camp for kids, Mount Kisco Memorial Complex & Pool (3 swimming pools) and more great activities and fun for kids and adults year round. website and more . . . |
All North Salem Listings
North Salem Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Mountain Lakes Park - Sal J. Prezioso | 914-864-7312 | |
Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park is located at Hawley Road, North Salem NY 10560, Westchester County and is Westchester’s northernmost county park. It is set on 1082-acres and is characterized by a rugged landscape and native hardwood forest with miles of trails. Situated in this lovely park is Mt. Bailey, the highest point in Westchester. Mt. Baily offers breathtaking vistas in every season. website and more . . . |
All Ossining Listings
Ossining Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Briarcliff - Peekskill Trailway | 914-864-7000 | |
The Briarcliff-Peekskill Trailway is a 12-mile linear park that runs from Ossining (Route 9A and Ryder Road) north to the Westchester County's Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill. The trail is built on land originally acquired in 1929 by the Westchester Parkway Commission for the construction of the Briarcliff Peekskill Parkway. website and more . . . | ||
Kitchawan Preserve | 914-864-7000 | |
The Kitchawan Preserve, 208-acres in size, is a natural preserve bordered by the New York City reservoir property and the North County Trailway, which runs along the eastern edge. "The park features native woodland and open fields, where butterflies and migrating birds can be seen in abundance in late spring. website and more . . . |
All City of Peekskill Listings
City of Peekskill Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Briarcliff - Peekskill Trailway | 914-864-7000 | |
The Briarcliff-Peekskill Trailway is a 12-mile linear park that runs from Ossining (Route 9A and Ryder Road) north to the Westchester County's Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill. The trail is built on land originally acquired in 1929 by the Westchester Parkway Commission for the construction of the Briarcliff Peekskill Parkway. website and more . . . |
All Pocantico Hills Listings
Pocantico Hills Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Rockefeller State Park Preserve | 914-631-1470 | |
Rockefeller State Park Preserve, 1,233-acres in size, is located at 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY 10570 in Pocantico Hills, Westchester County.
"Visitors will delight in the ever growing haven of open space in Westchester County known as Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Approximately 30 miles from the hustle and bustle of New York City, the Preserve is an idyllic spot for strolling, jogging, horseback riding, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing. With 180 recorded species of birds and its IBA (Important Bird Area) designation by the National Audubon Society, the Preserve is a must visit area for birders. In season, licensed anglers enjoy fishing for bass in the 22 acre Swan Lake and for brown trout in the Pocantico River. website and more . . . |
All Pound Ridge Listings
Pound Ridge Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Trailside Nature Museum - WPR - Pound Ridge | 914-864-7322 | |
Click to enlarge picture of "Entrance to Ward Pound Reservation". The Trailside Nature Museum is located at 6 Reservation Road, (Junction of Routes 35 and 121 South), Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River, NY 10518 in Westchester County. The Museum is owned and operated by Westchester County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation. The museum was built in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), and is one of the oldest interpretive nature centers in the United States. photos, website and more . . . | ||
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation - Pound Ridge | 914-864-7322 | |
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, a 4,315-acre park, is the largest park in Westchester County. The park is divided in area between the towns of Pound Ridge and Lewisboro. The northern one-third of the park is in Lewisboro and the remaining two-thirds of the park are in Pound Ridge.
Click to enlarge picture of "Visitor Center at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation". As you drive into the park and up to the main entrance booth, you'll see the visitor center on your right and the Art Center a short distance ahead, on your left. photos, website and more . . . |
All City of Rye Listings
City of Rye Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary | 914-967-8720 | |
The Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary and Nature Center is a 179-acre park located on the shore of the Long Island Sound, along a migratory flyway. This sanctuary is home to a great diversity of marine life. In winter months, the 85-acre lake, a mixture of salt and fresh water, hosts over 5,000 ducks. The sanctuary has been recognized by the national Audubon Society of New York as an Important Bird Area (IBA). There are three miles of trails through forest and field. Along the half-mile of publicly accessible shore, the intertidal habitat harbors a wide diversity of plants and animals. Environmental education programs are offered to schools, scouts and other groups by advance reservation. Group size is limited to 30, and there is a modest fee based on group size and length of program. Topics can be tailored to the needs and interests of the group and include: intertidal ecology, marine biology, plant science and ornithology. website and more . . . | ||
Marshlands Conservancy & Nature Center | 914-835-4466 | |
Marshlands Conservancy is a 147-acre wildlife sanctuary composed of a diversity of habitats. Forest, meadow, salt marsh and shore can be explored. Enjoy three miles of trails and one-half mile of shoreline along the Long Island Sound. Located along the Atlantic migratory flyway, Marshlands is an excellent bird watching location; more than 230 species have been sited. The Marshlands salt marsh is one of few in New York accessible to the public for study and enjoyment. website and more . . . |
All Valhalla Listings
Valhalla Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Bronx River Parkway Reservation | 914-328-1542 | |
The Bronx River Parkway Reservation, one of Westchester’s oldest parks, is an 807-acre paved linear park that was created as an adjunct to the Bronx River Parkway that opened in 1925.
The Reservation touts a number of firsts including:
|
All Westchester County Listings
Westchester County Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
North County Trailway | 914-864-7275 | |
The North County Trailway spans 22.1 miles in Westchester County, from Eastview in the Town of Mt. Pleasant to Baldwin Place in Somers. It now continues for two more miles into Mahopac in Putnam County as the Putnam Trailway. The North County Trailway is a paved bicycle and pedestrian path located primarily on right-of-way lands of the former Putnam Division of the New York Central Railroad. website and more . . . | ||
South County Trailway | 914-864-7275 | |
The South County Trailway is a paved bicycle and pedestrian path located primarily on right-of-way lands of the former Putnam Division of the New York Central Railroad. The length of the trail is approximately 14.7 miles including a new section North from HF Redmond Jr. Memorial Park completed in October 2011. website and more . . . |
All City of White Plains Listings
City of White Plains Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Cranberry Lake Preserve Nature Center | 914-428-1005 | |
The Cranberry Lake Nature Center is a 190-acre nature preserve comprised of forest, wetlands, and a 10-acre lake that was carved by glaciers thousands of years ago. There are three miles of trails, including a loop around the lake, and others that traverse the predominantly northern oak-hickory forest. The area is part of the Kensico Reservoir watershed, which provides drinking water for residents of Westchester County and New York City. The name Cranberry Lake is derived from the growth of wild cranberry, which still exist in various parts of the fen. website and more . . . | ||
Municipal Golf Course - Maple Moor Golf Course | 914-995-9200 | |
Maple Moor Golf Course is located at 1128 North Street, White Plains, NY 10605. Named for the abundance of maple trees that line the course, Maple Moor is a challenging course with water hazards on six holes. Designed by golf course architect Tom Winton and opened to the public in 1927, Maple Moor was Westchester County's first public course. Maple Moor golfers now enjoy the results of a major improvement program in which all 18 tees were renovated and expanded, and there is a new restaurant and food service in the clubhouse. website and more . . . | ||
Saxon Woods Park & Pool | 914-995-4480 | |
Saxon Woods Park and Pool, a 700-acre property, is located on Mamaroneck Avenue in White Plains, NY 10605. "Saxon Woods Park contains an 18-hole golf course as well as a miniature golf course, the county’s largest swimming pool, a children’s aquatic playground and picnic areas. It is also the site of the county’s only playground that is accessible to the disabled. website and more . . . |
All City of Yonkers Listings
City of Yonkers Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Lenoir Preserve Nature Center | 914-968-5851 | |
Lenoir Preserve Nature Center is a 40-acre nature preserve comprised of woodlands and field habitats. It is situated adjacent to the Old Croton Aqueduct on slopes overlooking the Hudson River, providing spectacular views. The property was formerly home to two Hudson River estates and boasts a number of unusual specimen trees and shrubs, imported from around the world. website and more . . . | ||
Tibbetts Brook Park & Pool | 914-231-2865 | |
Tibbetts Brook Park and Pool, a 161-acre park, is located at Midland Avenue, Yonkers NY 10710, Westchester County. This beautiful park offers an exciting new aquatic complex. There’s a spray playground for kids of all ages, in-pool basketball and volleyball, lap lanes for getting in a daily swim workout, and of course, the signature “lazy river” that inspired the re-naming of this fabulous destination as “The Brook.” website and more . . . |
All Yorktown Heights Listings
Yorktown Heights Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
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 in Westchester County.
About Franklin D. Roosevelt Park: "A scenic haven approximately 40 miles from New York City, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park offers day trippers a day of fun and relaxation. The park's spacious picnic areas, which can accommodate individual families as well as large groups, may be reserved in advance. The park's mammoth pool can hold 3,500 bathers at one time. In addition the park offers a host of other activities for people of all ages to enjoy. website and more . . . |
More Hudson Valley Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities |
||
Albany County [15 listings over 8 locations]
Columbia County [4 listings over 4 locations]
Dutchess County [12 listings over 9 locations]
Greene County [14 listings over 5 locations]
Orange County [23 listings over 13 locations]
Putnam County [4 listings over 2 locations]
Rensselaer County [5 listings over 4 locations]
Rockland County [15 listings over 6 locations]
Saratoga County [2 listings over 2 locations]
Ulster County [27 listings over 13 locations]
|