A scenic rest spot along the Bronx River Reservation, featuring a beautiful stone spillway, grass area and benches. Named for Ann Helen Jacobs, the wife of Raymond A. Jacobs, a great supporter of Westchester County Parks.
Tel: 914-864-PARK
Blue Mountain Reservation
Blue Mountain Reservation is a primarily passive park located within the City of Peekskill and Town of Cortlandt.
Hike or take a more leisurely stroll along this 12-mile linear park, built on lands that were originally intended to become a parkway.
Tel: 914-864-PARK
Bronx River Pathway Conservancy Reservation
The 807-acre Bronx River Reservation is a picturesque backdrop along this paved trail, located immediately adjacent to the Bronx River Parkway. The trek spans central Westchester in three sections, totaling nine miles, from Valhalla to Yonkers.
Cranberry Lake Preserve
A 135-acre preserve of unspoiled forest and wetlands including a five-acre lake, trails and boardwalks.
Address: Old Orchard Street, White Plains 10603 Tel: 914-428-1005
Croton Gorge
A 97 acre park featuring a picturesque view of the Croton dam and spillway, with a fountain that flows in season.
Located on the 504 acre park, the nature center displays exhibits about the Hudson River, local history, and flora and fauna.
Address: Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson 10520 Tel: 914-862-5297
Croton Point Park
Hudson River Canoes and car top-carried boats can be launched here seven days a week from 8am til dusk. Open April through October.
Address: Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson 10520 Tel: 914-862-5290
Edith G. Read Natural Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
Many rare birds, including Snow Bunting, Snowy Owl, Barrows Goldeneye and Red-necked Grebe have been seen here on Playland Lake and the Long Island Sound.
Address: Exit 19, off I-95 - adjacent to Playland Park, Rye 10580 Tel: 914-967-8720
Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park
The blue water of Mohansic Lake picturesquely sits amid the green rolling countryside of northern Westchester.
This corridor brings walkers and hikers from New Rochelle to Harrison along a 12-mile, unpaved path that is also a favorite of equestrians. Linger at one of several parks or historic sites along the route.
John E. Hand Park At Bald Mountain
A 112-acre park consisting of native woodlands offers excellent hiking opportunities and a spectacular view from the top. Park closes at dusk.
Diverse habitats on 160 acres along the Long Island Sound, including woods, fields and salt marsh.
Address: Boston Post Road, Rye 10580 Tel: 914-835-4466
Mountain Lakes Park
Row boats and canoe rentals available on weekends only. Tent sites and lean-tos are available all year. Freshwater fishing and hiking are among the many activities to enjoy.
Address: 201 Hawley Road, North Salem 10560 Tel: 914-864-7310
Muscoot Farm Park (Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation & Conservation)
Muscoot Farm depicts life as it would have been lived on a country gentleman's farm, circa 1880-1950.
Begin this enjoyable trail in Eastview in the Town of Greenburgh, and head north to Baldwin Place in Somers. This paved, multi-use trail spans 22.1 miles in Westchester County.
Tel: 914-864-PARK
Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Trail
For more than 150 years the trail atop the Old Croton Aqueduct has linked communities along the lower Hudson River. This tree-lined 26.2 mile portion of the 41-mile trailway offers glimpses of historic and architectural treasures along the way.
Tel: 914-693-5259
Oscawana Island Park
Oscawana is a natural Hudson River waterfront park that is bisected by Furnace Dock Road and the Hudson Division Railroad Line.
Address: Furnace Dock Road, Off Route 9, Cortlandt 10567 Tel: 914-271-3293
Pocantico Lakes Park
This park is a former water supply reservoir.
Address: Old Sleepy Hollow Road, Briarcliff Manor Tel: 914-864-PARK
Rockefeller State Park Preserve
Variety of habitats including wetlands, woodlands, meadows, fields and lakes. Hiking, bridle trails, fishing, nature trail.
City-owned facility of 47 acres of wildlife preserve with ponds, streams and hiking trails which provides a full range of environmental education programs and activities.
Saxon Woods park is distinguished by large tracts of natural woodland containing steep rock outcrops and wetlands.
Address: Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains 10605 Tel: 914-995-4480
Silver Lake Preserve
Silver Lake Preserve is a beautiful lake and densely wooded land preserve. Fishing, hiking, and walking trails, nature study.
Address: Lake Street, White Plains Tel: 914-864-7000
South County Trailway
From Eastview in the Town of Greenburgh you can head south, along finished sections of this paved trail, to Barney Street in Yonkers. When completed, this trail will span a total of 14.1 miles to the New York City Border.
Tel: 914-864-PARK
Sprain Ridge Park
The park lies along a ridge between the north and south bound roadways of the Sprain Brook Parkway.
Address: Jackson Avenue, Yonkers 10703 Tel: 914-231-3450
Tarrytown Lakes/Butternut Ridge Park
This park is situated on a ridge line along the western side of the Saw Mill River Parkway.