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Points Of Interest Around Town

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  1. Bear Mountain Park/Zoo

  2. Bull Hill & Hudson Highlands State Park
  3. Boscobel Restoration
  4. Clarence Fahnestock State Park
  5. Chapel of Our Lady Restoration
  6. "Cold Spring" Site Marker
  7. Constitution Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary
  8. Davenport Cemetery
  9. Davenport Cabin Marker
  10. Foundry School Museum
  11. Garrison Art Center
  12. Graymoor
  13. Little Stony Point
  14. Manitoga Nature Preserve
  15. Taconic Outdoor Education Center
  16. United States Military Academy
  17. Stonecrop Gardens

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Bear Mountain Park/Zoo Bear Mountain, New York Hiking, fishing, nature trails, picknicking, and special events.

Bull Hill & Hudson Highlands State Park (Mt. Taurus) Hike numerous trails, thoughout the Cold Spring mountainside, Route 9D, Cold Spring

Boscobel Restoration Route 9D just south of Cold Spring, this excellent example of Federal residential architecture is open to the public. Beautiful grounds and a spectacular view of the Hudson. A listing of activities may be found in the advertisement. Call (914) 265-3638             LINK TO WEB SITE

Clarence Fahnestock State Park Located on Route 301 between Cold Spring and Carmel, this park offers hiking, cross country skiing, ice skating, fishing, boating and camping. The Appalachian Trail crosses through the park on its way north and south. Call (914) 225-7207

Chapel of Our Lady Restoration On the Cold Spring riverfront, left at the railroad bridge. First Catholic Church north of New York City.

"Cold Spring" Site Marker 1 Railroad Avenue, Cold Spring. On the grounds of the Depot Restaurant. Come to the site where George Washinton is said to have given the village its name.

Constitution Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary Located just south of Cold Spring off of Route 9D. A visitor's center offers displays of wildlife in the Hudson Valley. Canoe tours of the sanctuary can be arranged by calling (914) 265-2601. The National Audubon Society operates this outstanding sanctuary.  Link To National Web Site

Davenport Cemetery behind Haldane School in the Village of Cold Spring. Historic Philipstown cemetery dating back to 1853. Includes grave sites of family names such as Davenport, Jaycox, Warren and many more. Burial place of George Pope Morris, author of "Woodman, Spare That Tree".

Davenport Cabin Marker Above the red light on Main Street, by the bench. Site of cabin of Cold Spring's first settler.

Foundry School Museum Located at 63 Chestnut Street in Cold Spring just south of Butterfield Pharmacy. Housed in a 140-year old schoolhouse used by the children of the Foundry workers. Changing exhibits of local historical memorabilia. Open Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays - call for hours. The museum is operated by the Putnam County Historical Society. Call (914) 265-4010 for exhibit updates.

Garrison Art Center Garrison's Landing, Garrison. The Center operates as a gallery and an educational center. The gallery offers a wide variety of media. Classes are offered in painting, sculpture, sketching and more. Call 424-3960 for more information.

Graymoor Located on Route 9, Garrison, home of the Atonement Friars, a Franciscan Community. Retreats, seminars, picnicing, etc. All faiths are welcome. (914) 424-3671  LINK TO WEB SITE

Little Stony Point Located on Rt. 9D just north of the Village of Cold Spring. Small sandy beach offers a quiet spot on the Hudson River with unparalleled views across and up and down the river channel. Accessible via a pedestrian bridge across the railroad tracks or via boat.

Manitoga Nature Preserve Located on Route 9D, Garrison, this outstanding 80 acre nature center has a trail system with self-guided tours through forests, meadows and waterfalls. The property is the former estate of Russel Wright. For programs and hours call (914) 424-3812 .  LINK TO WEB SITE

Taconic Outdoor Education Center Located on Route 301, Cold Spring between Route 9 and the Taconic. 265-3773.

United State Military Academy (West Point): Directly across the river from Cold Spring. Easily accessible by Bear Mountain Bridge. Walking and bus tours. LINK TO WEB SITE

Stonecrop Gardens Display gardens - by appointment. On Route 301 between Route 9 and the Taconic. $3.00 admission. (914) 265-2000


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