WEST POINT AND HUDSON VALLEY AREA ATTRACTIONS
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For Children
The Castle Family Fun Center, Chester, New York
Kids of all ages will enjoy go carts, pedal cars, mini-golf, batting cages, two arcade rooms and picnic tables. Open daily March through October. Group rates are available for parties. For more information,
call (845) 469-2116.
Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum, Poughkeepsie, New York
A hands on experience designed for children of all ages. Learn about science, history, art, and more, with over two floors of exhibits designed to capture the imagination. Located on the Poughkeepsie Waterfront, near Victor Waryas Park and several fine restaurants, along with the Poughkeepsie Train Museum. Call 845-471-0589 or visit www.mhcm.org/new/pages/home.htm.
Golf
West Point Golf Course
West Point offers an 18-hole, Par 71 course with practice green, lessons, pro shop and snack bar.
For more information, call (845) 938-2435.
Central Valley Golf Club, Central Valley, New York
Central Valley offers an 18-hole course, complete services, and catering. Golf course is open April through December. For more information, call (845) 928-6924.
Mansion Ridge Golf Club, Monroe, NY
This is a Nicklaus-designed 6,800 yard championship 18-hole course. Lessons, driving range, locker rooms, restaurant, and banquet facilities are available on premises. For more information, call
(845) 782-7888 or visit www.mansionridgegc.com.
Scenic Farms Golf Course, Pine Island, New York
Professionally-designed nine-hole executive golf course. Excellent for beginners and all recreational golfers while offering challenges for the advanced golfer. Open April through November, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM., Saturday and Sunday 6:30 AM 10:00 PM. For more information,
call (845) 285-4455.
Town of Wallkill Golf Course
18-hole championship course opened in May 1992. Lessons, driving range, and locker rooms available. The course is open from April through December and also offers full dining and catering facilities. For more information, call (845) 361-1022.
Grossinger Country Club
This famous Catskills retreat currently offers two of the most beautiful and challenging golf courses in the Northeast: The "Big G," a championship 6,839-yard, 18-hole par 71 course and the "Little G," a 3,268-yard, 9-hole par 36 course. Designed by world famous golf course architect Joe Finger, the Ibo GI played host to the New York State Open for 10 years. The course, which has been named "Best Public Golf Course in the Northeast" by Powers Golf Guide, has received a 4-star rating from Golf Digest. For more information call 845-424-4747 or visit their website at www.grossingergolf.com.
The Concord Resort & Golf Club
This well-known Catskills resort offers two championship courses: the 7,471-yard “Concord Monster” with par 72, and the 6,800-yard international with a par of 71. The Concord also offers
a 9-hole course, the “Challenger,” par 31. In addition, the Concord offers a golf school and private instruction. For more information, call (845) 794-4000.
The Garrison Golf Club
The Garrison is home to an exciting 18-hole championship course, considered one of the most strikingly handsome in the country. Their restaurant, Bill Brown's, serves deft, savory fare as stunning as the ridge-top views of the river's northern gates to the Highlands. Also features a holistic spa, yoga program, and personal training studio. Call 845-424-3604 or visit www.thegarrison.com.
Hiking
Bear Mountain State Park, Rockland County, New York
Enjoy hiking, swimming, boating, fishing and ice skating at this scenic state park, located on Route 9W, just south of the Bear Mountain Bridge.
Black Rock Forest, Cornwall, New York
Northwest of West Point, marked and unmarked trails ranging from short walks to long hikes.
Call (845) 534-4517 for more information or visit www.blackrockforest.org.
Heritage Trail, Goshen, New York
Converted trail bed of the Erie Railroad where you can walk, jog and bike. For more information,
call (845) 344-8131.
Storm King Art Center, Orange County, New York
Storm King Art Center, one of the world's great sculpture parks, with hiking trails and museums,
is situated in the beautiful Hudson Valley. For more information, call (845) 534-3190 or visit www.stormking.org.
Historic Sites
Boscobel, Garrison, New York
This 19th Century mansion, just off Route 9D is noted for its period furnishing, garden and river views.
For more information call (845) 265-3638 or visit http://www.boscobel.org.
Crawford House, Newburgh, New York
Built in 1830, the house is modeled after English country homes of the Palladian tradition. Enjoy spectacular views of Newburgh Bay. Open Sundays, June through October. For more information,
call (845) 561-2585.
Historic Warwick Village, Warwick, New York
Specialty shops, antiques, art galleries, and historic houses including Baird's Tavern, Shingle House, 1810 House, Ketchum House, and the Old School Baptist Meeting House. For more information,
call (845) 986-2720.
Kykuit Rockefeller Mansion, Tarrytown, New York
Kykuit, home to four generations of the Rockefeller family, commands a breathtaking view of the Hudson River and occupies a landscape of extensive stone terraces, formal gardens, and glorious fountains.
For more information call (914) 631-8200 or visit www.hudsonvalley.org.
Lyndhurst, Tarrytown, New York
Experience a magnificent Gothic-style mansion and 67-acre estate that once belonged to entrepreneur Jay Gould. For more information call (914) 631-4481 or visit www.lyndhurst.org .
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site, New Windsor, New York
Final encampment of Washington's Army. Has a Visitor’s Center with exhibits. It offers “living history,” with blacksmithing, musket and artillery demonstrations daily. Groups by appointment. For more information call (845) 561-1765.
Sunnyside, Tarrytown, New York
A national historic landmark, Sunnyside is the meticulously restored and charmingly picturesque home
of author Washington Irving. It enjoys a quiet and unspoiled riverside setting in Tarrytown, New York.
For more information call (914) 631-8200.
Van Cortlandt Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, New York
Enjoy a trip back into the past at this 18th Century manor house, tavern, and other historic buildings,
with period gardens. For more information, call (914) 631-8200 or visit www.hudsonvalley.org.
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site, Newburgh, NY
General George Washington's longest stay at a Revolutionary War headquarters occurred in Newburgh (1782-83) at the Hasbrouck family's Dutch-style stone farmhouse. Adjacent museum features orientation video and galleries on the Continental Army's activities in the Hudson Valley. For more information call (845) 561-1195.
Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Hyde Parke, NY
Visit the Home of FDR and Presidential Library & Museum to learn about the only President elected to four terms. The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site offers tours daily of Springwood. Admission includes the FDR Presidential Library & Museum. Start at the Henry Wallace Visitor Center on the grounds of the FDR site. It is located next door to the Vanderbilt Mansion. Call 1-800-FDR-VISIT or visit www.nps.gov/hofr/.
Vanderbilt Mansion, Hyde Park, NY
Visit one of the greatest estates in the Hudson Valley that was once home to one of America’s wealthiest families, the Vanderbilts. Come and see how this family spent money. It is located next door to the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Call 845-229-9115 or www.hvnet.com/houses/vanderbilt/
Shopping
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Central Valley, NY
With 250 stores, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets features the world’s largest collection of upscale designer and name-brand outlets, offering everyday savings of 25% to 65%. Shoppers from all over the world browse brick-lined courtyards with the Hudson Highlands serving as the backdrop. For further information please call 845-928-4000 or visit www.premiumoutlets.com/woodburycommon.
Galleria at Crystal Run, Middletown, New York
Experience Middletown's premier shopping and entertainment center, with more than 140 specialty stores, shops, restaurants, cinemas and services. Call (845) 692-8883 for more information or visit www.galleriacrystalrun.com.
Newburgh Mall, Newburgh, New York
Regional indoor shopping mall in eastern Orange County with more than 65 stores. For more information, call (845) 564-1400.
Poughkeepsie Galleria Mall, Poughkeepsie, New York
The largest and most dominant enclosed shopping center in Dutchess County. You'll find an impressive selection of retail stores, services and restaurants to make your shopping experience
a truly exceptional one! Call (845) 297-7600 for more information or visit www.poughkeepsiegalleriamall.com.
Sugar Loaf Crafts Village, Sugar Loaf, New York
An historic village where resident craftsmen and artists demonstrate and sell their works. For more information. Call (845) 469-9181or visit www.sugarloafartsvillage.com.
Cold Spring, Hyde Park and Rhinebeck, New York
These three historic towns located on the banks of the Hudson River offer a variety of antiques, artistic shops and restaurants.
Other Attractions
Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame
Home of the World's only Harness Racing Simulator. Feel the unique thrill of Harness Racing though an unforgettable sensory experience. From their one of a kind, 3-D Harness Racing simulator to the exciting interactive displays and their friendly talking horse, there's so much for everyone to see and do. Call (845) 294-6330 or visit www.harnessmuseum.com for more information.
DIA Art Foundation
Dia:Beacon, the new museum dedicated to Dia Art Foundation's renowned collection of art of the 1960's and 1970's, opened in May 2003. Situated on the banks of the Hudson River in Beacon, New York, the museum presents a range of works by a focused group of some of the most significant artists of the last half-century. Call (845) 440-0100 or visit www.diaart.org for more information.
Bodles Opera House, Chester, New York
Every Friday and Saturday, see waiters and waitresses in a comedy and vaudeville show free with paid meals. For more information call (845) 469-4595 or www.bodles.com.
Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, New York
Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is the first residential college in the world devoted entirely to culinary education. The college's more than 35,000 graduates are the first choice of leading industry employers around the world. For more information call (845) 452-9600 or www.ciachef.edu.
Orange County Speedway, Middletown, New York
Weekly direct track racing on a 5/8-mile track. Weekly four-division program of modified, small block modified, dirt sportsmen and street stocks. Drive-in section available. Open mid-April through Labor Day weekends. For more information, call (845) 342-2573.