Croton Dam

If you are interested in a morning or afternoon hike with some beautiful views, the Croton Dam in Croton-On-Hudson, NY (Westchester County) is a great option. This dam is the second largest structure in the world which is made completely of hand-hewn rock, second only to the Pyramids in Egypt.

While the views of the dam are spectacular, it is also important to note that the Croton Dam is the beginning of the Croton Aqueduct Trail, and it is therefore a good starting point to start exploring some "off the beaten path" locations in Southern Westchester County. The park below offers "stream fishing" and some open fields (cross-country skiing in the winter), and there are some playgrounds for the young ones. When you are done with your trip to the dam, be sure to check out the Village of Croton on Hudson, and indulge in a scoop or two at Blue Pig Ice Cream!!

Directions: Saw Mill Parkway north to exit for Hawthorn; left turn at light onto Route 9A north (which empties into Route 9 north); get off at exit for Croton Point; turn right; at the light turn left onto Riverside; turn right onto Route 129; just after the green mileage marker 10 22 bear right off the road and onto the park entrance road. (In season there is a fee.) Drive over the small bridge and park in the parking area.