Destination Dutchess Zen Finder Outdoor Experience Trail 2026
Expiration: Nov 1st 2026
It's what's outside that counts. Vibrant sunsets on the horizon. Quiet trails welcome exploration and introspection. Close encounters with butterflies and wildflowers. The kind of nature-inspired rejuvenation that can only be found in New York’s Hudson Valley. Here in Dutchess County, the outdoors invites visitors to unwind, discover, and exhale. Find your moments of peace with the Zen Finder, a mobile passport program featuring some of the best hidden-gem trails, fresh air activities, and captivating views in a curated itinerary of outdoor highlights. Want to explore some more? Discover all of the outdoor experiences to be had in Dutchess County on and off the beaten path. Trail Rewards!
Download the pass: Receive a sticker (mailed directly while supplies last).
Redeem 100 points: Enter into a drawing for a YETI cooler (multiple entries permitted).
Redeem 300 points: Earn a water bottle (while supplies last).
Check-ins must be completed by October 31, 2026. Winner for the YETI cooler giveaway selected randomly on or around November 1, 2025 from all eligible entries.
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(William R. Steinhaus) Dutchess Rail Trail - Hopewell Depot
Start your expedition on the Dutchess Rail Trail at two unforgettable access points. The Hopewell Depot (a former rail station) in East Fishkill and the famous Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie serve as bookend trailheads for the 13-mile DRT. Paved and sanded trails permit shock-resistant running and smooth cycling through scenic southern and central Dutchess County. Check out the trails during a snowy winter for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
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(William R. Steinhaus) Dutchess Rail Trail - Walkway Over the Hudson
Start your expedition on the Dutchess Rail Trail at two unforgettable access points. The Hopewell Depot (a former rail station) in East Fishkill and the famous Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie serve as bookend trailheads for the 13-mile DRT. Paved and sanded trails permit shock-resistant running and smooth cycling through scenic southern and central Dutchess County. Check out the trails during a snowy winter for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
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Bowdoin Park
Searching for a relaxing park on the banks of the Hudson? Bowdoin Park includes several walking and running trails, a water spray park in the summer and an award-winning accessible playground.
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Boyce Park
Boyce Park, a gorgous family friendly destination featuring playgrounds, tennis courts, baseball fields and more also sports a hidden gem hike. A 3-mile path leads through a breathtaking elevated meadow and a view of Eastern Dutchess County.
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Brace Mountain
Millerton’s majestic Brace Mountain holds the title of tallest peak in Dutchess County. In fact, the summit reaches over 2,300 feet above sea level. The 3.8-mile up-and-back trail is suitable for moderate to advanced hikers. For those seeking a challenging hike with a rewarding unforgettable finish, check out this classic Taconic State Park day hike.
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Carnwath Farms Historic Site & Park
Several historic buildings line the property at Carnwath Farms, including an 1850s mansion, a 1873 carriage house and the Home of Sports Museum of Dutchess County. The Wappinger Greenway Trail provides peaceful strolls and distant Shawangunk and Catskill Mountain views, plus access to lush gardens.
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Cat Rocks
16 miles of the National Appalachian Scenic Trail passes through southeastern Dutchess, and includes 4,000 acres of protected parkland with hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. 2 of these miles make up the Cat Rocks trail. The Pawling destination provides novice and moderate hikers with a pulse-quickening ascent to a gorgeous overlook.
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Dennings Point State Park
Dennings Point is a beautiful stop in the Hudson Highlands State Park. This Hudson River peninsula features dense forest and an easily runnable loop trail. Plus, take Beacon's riverfront trail to Long Dock Park for even more outdoor fun.
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Drayton Grant Park at Burger Hill
Dayton Grant Park at Burger Hill features sweeping views of the Hudson River. One of the highest points in Rhinebeck, hikers are rewarded with overlooks of the Catskills to the West and the Taconic Mountains to the East. Short and sweet at just under a mile, this outing is perfect for families.
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Ferncliff Forest
This woodsy preserve spans 200 acres, and draws campers, fishers, picnickers and of course, hikers. A little over 2 miles, the trail culminates in a fire tower climb—which has a dramatic panoramic view. Few vantage points are better for Hudson Valley fall foliage, and for wide shots of the river.
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Greig Farm
This third-generation family farm in Red Hook also boasts 4 miles of hiking trails. Stroll through the scenic landscape for pick-your-own fruits and vegetables, views of the Catskill Mountains, pygmy goats and more.
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Harlem Valley Rail Trail - Millerton
Cruise on the charming Harlem Valley Rail Trail for over 23 miles. Paved trails are perfect for walking, running, biking, rollerblading, skateboarding and cross-country skiing in the winter. Access points include the Wassaic MTA Metro-North train station, the Village of Millerton, Amenia and more.
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Harlem Valley Rail Trail - Wassaic Station
Cruise on the charming Harlem Valley Rail Trail for over 23 miles. Paved trails are perfect for walking, running, biking, rollerblading, skateboarding and cross-country skiing in the winter. Access points include the Wassaic MTA Metro-North train station, the Village of Millerton, Amenia and more.
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Innisfree Garden
Head to Millbrook’s Innisfree Garden, which blends centuries-old Japanese and Chinese garden design to create meditative “cup” gardens landscaped for a natural effect around a 40-acre glacial lake―a sublime composition of rock, water, wood and sky. Visit this artists’ retreat for meditative hiking, peaceful picnics, plein air painting and more.
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James Baird Park
This expansive state park includes 7 miles of wooded hiking trails and cross-country skiing paths. An 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, picnic areas, a sports complex and other amenities make the Pleasant Valley destination perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Madam Brett Park
Experience the crossroads of stunning natural beauty and Hudson Valley history at Madam Brett Park. The first European settler in Beacon, Catheryna Brett, operated a gristmill along Fishkill Creek. The short out-and-back forest trail takes visitors past the creek on a boardwalk, which also brushes past the historic 1879 Tioranda Hatworks and plenty of native wildlife.
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Mills Norrie State Park
Mills Norrie State Park in Staatsburg is a hiker’s dream, with several trails covering 1,000 acres. The intersection of Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park and Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park presents cycling, kayaking and running in the summer and cross country skiing and snow-shoeing in the winter. Plus, nearly 50 campsites and a dozen rental cabins allow for overnight stays.
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Nuclear Lake
Nuclear Lake is one of the most beautiful sights along the entire Appalachian Scenic Trail. A little over 4 miles of looped trail wraps around the shimmering water, providing through-hikers a magical stop along their route to the peak of Cat Rocks. However, it's worthy of its own excursion.
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Peach Hill Park
This short and sweet Poughkeepsie hike is perfect for families; the sub-two-mile loop trail reaches the highest point in town in less than an hour. Enjoy sweeping vistas of the Catskills and the Shawangunks, plus pick-your-own apples seasonally.
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Pinewoods Park
Less than a mile in its entirety, the Pinewoods loop trail in Hyde Park is your ticket to a short and sweet jaunt into nature. The attached Pinewoods Park features a playground, making this stop a great hike for families with younger children.
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Quiet Cove Riverfront Park
Find breathtaking vistas of the Hudson River at Quiet Cove Riverfront Park in Poughkeepsie. Launch a kayak adventure or follow pathways to the new observation deck for peaceful fishing. In addition, spacious picnic spots are great places to relax.
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Stony Kill Farm
Half a dozen hiking traiils await at this 1,000 acre farm in Wappingers Fallls. Accessible parking and an ADA-accessible trail permit visitors of all abilities to get the most out of their visit to Stony Kill Farm. Travel alongside wetlands, open-field meadows, forests and ponds. See livestock ranging from cattle, sheep, chickens and turkeys through their weekend open barn program, and catch glimpses of native wildlife on the trails.
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Taconic State Park – Rudd Pond Area, Millerton
Rudd Pond is located in the northeast part of Dutchess County just 2-miles north of Millerton on County Route 62. This area is part of the larger Taconic State Park at Rudd Pond Area, with over 40 campsites and hot showers available to overnight guests. Swim from the beach, fish for largemouth bass, rent boats, and, of course, embark on several hiking excursions throughout the 225-acre state park.
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Tivoli Bays
Two coves on the east shore of the Hudson River form Tivoli Bays. Experience this large intertidal marsh through two miles of hiking trails and boardwalks. In addition, a canoe launch in North Bay permits kayakers and canoers to get up close and personal with the water. The habitat supports many unique wetland-dependent species of wildlife.
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Tymor Park
Tymor Park is the largest town park in New York State and the venue for the ever-popular Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival. This scenic 500-acre stretch of land was once an iron mine during the American Revolution. Today, its miles of trails, disc golf courses and the stunning Fishkill Creek draw hikers and recreational athletes.
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Vassar Farms
Miles of wooded cross-country running trails weave their way through a working Hudson Valley farm. Vassar Farm and Ecological Preserve provides Appalachian oak-hickory trees, wildflowers, wetlands, ponds, streams and other memorable natural scenery.
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Vlei Marsh Trail
Explore Vlei Marsh, a vast wetland that a wide diversity of bird species, amphibian life and beavers call home. A mile and a half of looped trails take visitors through wooded areas and around the wetland. In addition, quirky sculptures made from organic materials by Hudson Valley artists line the trails, creating a unique atmosphere.
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Wilcox Memorial Park
This Northern Dutchess County park offers swimming, fishing, and paddle boarding along the beaches of its two central lakes. In addition to 11 miles of hiking trails, Wilcox Memorial Park also sports a professional 27-hole disc golf course. Dozens of tent and RV sites grant nightly stays. Accessibility resources range from WaterWheels floating wheelchairs to AccessMat beach mat path.
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