I was pleasantly surprised to see how well taken care of and maintained The Rockefeller State Park Preserve is. After entering the 1,400 acre preserve we passed a few picnic tables in a wooded serene area. We continued on to the parking lot and then...
We were lucky that the maps we used sent us to the parking area for Dingmans Creek Trail instead of to the Visitor’s Center. The Visitor’s Center was closed due to Covid during our April visit and the walk from the Visitor’s Center to the...
Not far from where I live, there are some hikes I'd like to take, but when I actually plan a hike, I find myself gravitating to hikes with waterfalls. At this time school was cancelled and my family is at home due to the spread...
There’s not much to do during the Covid 19 Pandemic other than hikes and walks in places which boast enough space for social distancing. I was happy to find out that Sam’s Point Preserve, the most southern section of Minneswaska State Park and on the...
Fort Montgomery is rich in both nature and American History. Fort Montgomery played a large part in the American Revolution when it was the scene of a fierce battle between the British and Patriots over the control of the Hudson River. It was the site...
I was so excited to discover Little Stony Point Hike and beach area in Cold Spring, NY. The hike is a short loop hike which was perfect for us because when we saw the beach area by the Hudson River and the beautiful mountains framing...
I’m on a constant lookout for quiet yet pretty outdoor spots that are not overcrowded in which I can breathe fresh air and enjoy nature during the Covid19 pandemic, without compromising on the safety of ourselves and everyone else. At first our plan was to visit...
Jiminy Peaks Resort Mountain has excellent overnight accommodations and also offers many exciting activities for all ages. These activities are categorized in two sections; The Mountain Adventure Park and the Ariel Adventure Park. The Mountain Adventure Park is home to the Alpine Super Slide - a...
The trailhead to Anthony’s Nose is on Rte. 9D, north of the Bear Mountain Bridge. If you are coming from the side of Bear Mountains, cross over the bridge and take a left onto Route 9D. The trail starts just past the Putnam County sign,...
The Hawk falls Trail in Hickory Run State Park is a short half mile easy hike through the most magnificent path framed by rhododendron bushes. I’ve never seen so many in one location. The path leads through a footbridge that crosses a pretty brook. Shortly...