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Rockland CountyThings To Do Outdoors |
Adventures [7 listings over 4 locations]
Audubon | Birding | Bird Watching [22 listings over 9 locations]
Boating [29 listings over 12 locations]
Camping Grounds | Campsites [8 listings over 3 locations]
Cross-Country Skiing | Snowshoeing [12 listings over 6 locations]
Fishing [29 listings over 10 locations]
Gardens, Nature Centers & Nature Trails [11 listings over 7 locations]
Golf Courses [13 listings over 11 locations]
Ice Skating | Ice Hockey | Indoor and Outdoor Rinks [10 listings over 5 locations]
Preserves [1 listing over 1 location]
Skiing [1 listing over 1 location]
Sledding | Snowshoeing | Winter Activities [15 listings over 6 locations]
Swimming Pool or Lake - Outdoors [14 listings over 4 locations]
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Albany County
[59 listings over 18 locations]
Columbia County
[23 listings over 14 locations]
Dutchess County
[62 listings over 23 locations]
Greene County
[36 listings over 12 locations]
Orange County
[68 listings over 24 locations]
Putnam County
[45 listings over 10 locations]
Rensselaer County
[25 listings over 11 locations]
Saratoga County
[11 listings over 5 locations]
Schenectady County
[13 listings over 4 locations]
Ulster County
[57 listings over 20 locations]
Westchester County
[196 listings over 54 locations]
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Visit this up-to-date list of the best things to do outdoors in Rockland. Things to do outdoors are listed by activity, time-of-year, weather, and location. Find lists of fun activities year-round. Find activities for those glorious days of summer or brisk days in winter. Enjoy a family day-trip to one of the beautiful parks along the Hudson River or go fishing or boating at one of many ponds and lakes in Rockland.
Autumn in Rockland is spectacular; especially as leaves begin to turn to red, golden yellow, and rich shades of cranberry and plum. Be sure to surprise the children, including even the older kids, with a day-out apple, berry, or pumpkin picking. Or, take a scenic drive into the countryside and walk in the beautiful parks and on the scenic trails of Rockland. In autumn, the backdrop of breathtaking fall colors enhances a hike on the trails in and around Rockland. Explore the many parks offering playgrounds and picnicking for the whole family. Select outdoor activities in Rockland where you'll find many things to do with children, as well as fun activities for singles, and the whole family. Visit Rockland's parks, nature preserves, hiking trails, biking trails, and much more; all very beautiful and abundant in Rockland. Things To Do Outdoors in Rockland Parks offer some of the best outdoor activities. Year-round you can find excellent things to do with kids, adults, and the whole family. Enjoy beautiful scenic places and the best activities in the great outdoors in the parks in Rockland. One of Rockland's most beautiful parks is Bear Mountain State Park, located in northern Rockland, and offering many wonderful things to do. Outdoor activities at Bear Mountain include boating, swimming, fishing, hiking trails, nature trails, picnicking, playing fields, playgrounds, a zoo and a nature park for children. Kids also love the Merry-Go-Round Pavilion, featuring 42 hand-carved seats of native animals including black bear, wild turkey, deer, raccoon, skunk, Canada goose, and more. For winter outdoor activities, Bear Mountain offers ice-skating on Hessian Lake and cross-country skiing on the trails at Bear Mountain. Bear Mountain Park in Rockland offers breathtaking scenery and photo opportunities at every turn. Activities include boating, a wildlife museum, and miles of great hiking trails for the beginner, intermediate, and advanced hiker; including a section of the famous Appalachian Trail. Click to enlarge photo of Bear Mountain Bridge. 
Bear Mountain Bridge
The Bear Mountain Bridge is a toll suspension bridge in New York State, carrying US-6 and US-202 across the Hudson River, from Bear Mountain State Park (at the northern tip of Rockland) to the northwestern corner of Westchester. Walking across the Bear Mountain Bridge is an exciting short hike that offers spectacular scenic views and photograph opportunities. The walkway also takes the Appalachian Trail across the Hudson River offering a hiker the chance to say "I've walked a part of the Appalachian Trail." Click to enlarge photo of views from atop Perkins Point. 
Hiking Perkins Point
Perkins Drive, also known as Perkins Point and Perkins Memorial Tower, stands at the summit of Bear Mountain State Park, 1,305 feet above the Hudson River. The tower was completed in 1934 and dedicated to George Walbridge Perkins, the first President and widely regarded founder of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC). Perkins Memorial Tower, atop Bear Mountain, provides maps, history, and spectacular views of the park, the Hudson Highlands, and Harriman State Park. Several hikes are available at Perkins Drive, including a loop hike that climbs Bear Mountain and descends on the Appalachian Trail. The views on this hike are exceptional affording opportunities for excellent scenic photos. Click to enlarge photo of Bear Mountain Merry-Go-Round (Bear Mountain Carousel) 
Merry-Go-Round Pavilion at Bear Mountain State Park
Among the many wonderful activities and attractions available in Bear Mountain State Park is the Bear Mountain Merry-Go-Round Pavilion. The Merry-Go-Round Pavilion provides a special attraction for children of all ages. Riding the carousel is among the top things children love to do; while parents stand by admiring the beautiful hand-painted scenes of the park while the merry-go-round itself features carved renditions of animals whose natural habitat is the Bear Mountain region. Following are some of the most popular outdoor activities:
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Boating on the Lake Camping Grounds & Campsites Fishing spots Nature Centers and Trails Places for Picnicking Year-Round Outdoor ActivitiesAdventuresBiking Trails Bird Watching Hiking Trails Local and State Parks Playgrounds Spring and Summer Outdoor ActivitiesBerry Fruit PickingBird Spotting and Nature Walks Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking Equestrian Trails & Horseback Riding Fishing Local and State Parks Miniature Golf Nature Centers and Nature Trails Picnicking Swimming Autumn (Fall) Outdoor ActivitiesApple and Pumpkin PickingU-pick Organic Apples Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking Equestrian Trails & Horseback Riding Local and State Parks Miniature Golf Picnicking Playing Fields - Baseball, Soccer Winter Outdoor ActivitiesCross-Country SkiingIce Hockey and Ice Skating Sledding, Snowshoeing, Winter Sports Rockland offers the best things to do at any time of year. Visit this list of exciting and interesting activities in Rockland. For both tourists and residents, find comprehensive descriptions and links to outdoor places to visit. Review activities in Rockland. If visiting Rockland as a tourist or you live in Rockland, the county offers an exciting list of places to go and things to do. For the best time outdoors, be sure to see Things To Do in Rockland. On sunny spring, summer, and fall days, go to a park in Rockland. Parks offer many activities for the family. Go hiking, fishing, boating and enjoy outdoor activities at parks in Rockland. Things To Do on a DateIf you're into the outdoors and are lucky enough to have found someone with whom you can share these experiences; find several ideas for your next first date. Being outdoors in the bright sunshine, enjoying beautiful scenic vistas, boating on a lake, or hiking a short distance, might be just the thing to relax both of you on your first date.In wintertime what could be more romantic than ice skating on the lake, followed by a hot chocolate? In warmer weather fun things to do on a date include:
Pack a picnic and go hiking in Rockland. Pack a picnic and go boating on the lake. On a beautiful spring, summer, or autumn day, plan a visit to one of the scenic parks in Rockland. For family fun, hike one of the Piermont hiking trails. Go for a ride on the biking trails from Piermont to Nyack, offering Hudson River views. Or, just enjoy a relaxing day boating on the lake or hiking the path around Hessian Lake in Bear Mountain. In autumn, the backdrop of breathtaking fall colors enhances the hiking experience on the trails around Rockland. For toddlers and their family, explore parks offering playgrounds and picnicking. Select outdoor activities in Rockland, offering many things to do with kids of all ages. Visit Rockland's parks, nature preserves, hiking trails, biking trails, and more. Find activities, things to do for singles, families, romantic dates outdoors, and the best activities found in the beautiful landscapes of Rockland County. |
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