Bring your bike, lace up your boots, grab the bridle for an adventure outdoors in upstate New York. Make the most of the Hudson River Valley landscape. Outdoor recreation in Dutchess County includes biking, hiking, horseback riding, golf, kayaking, archery and skeet shooting.

The Hudson River offers many activities in Dutchess County including kayaking, cruising, swimming and more. Visit Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, Hyde Park Marina or River Pool at Beacon to enjoy the waterfront!

Bannerman Castle

Discover the ruins of this Scottish-style castle on the Hudson River was built in the early 1900s by Frank Bannerman to store military surplus items. Take a magnificent boat ride from the Beacon dock ...

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Black Swan Sailing

36' Catalina sailboat available for private sailing excursions on the Hudson River. Some of the options include a popular 2-1/2 hour sunset sail, a day sail, or an all day adventure. Pick up is availa...

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Hudson River Sloop Clearwater

The Clearwater, America's Environmental Flagships, sails the Hudson River hosting public sails and innovative onboard educational programs. The Clearwater Festival - Great Hudson River Revival takes p...

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Hyde Park Marina

The protected cove marina is located on the East bank of the Hudson River, approximately 60 NM from both New York City and Albany, NY Heading north, it can be plotted from Red Marker “60” north of...

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Mountain Tops Outfitters

Outdoor apparel, full line of hiking, trail running and casual shoes, backpacking gear and accessories. Kayak sales, rentals and guided tours. Official kayak outfitter at Scenic Hudson's Long Dock Par...

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Norrie Point Marina

145 slips, both fixed piers and floating docks, rented on a seasonal basis. Transient boaters are welcome if space allows. The marina also houses showers and a pump out station. For a nominal fee, ele...

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Norrie Point Paddlesport Center

Travel the Hudson River Valley with the largest kayak outfitter in the New York tri-state area, Norrie Point Paddlesport Center in Statsburg. Enjoy offerings like kayak tours and instructional progr...

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Ophira Sailing

Ophira Sailing engages in deluxe sailing charters and cruises on the Hudson River.  Also offer sailing lessons to all ages and perform technical services on all vessels (e.g. rigging, marine elec...

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River Connection

Year-round retail showroom featuring premium kayaks, canoes, paddles and water sport accessories. Shop in store or online. 2020 - No guided tours or instruction at this time.  ...

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River Pool at Beacon

River Pool at Beacon is located on the north shore of Beacon Riverfront Park. The partially submerged pool is environmentally sensitive and makes for a safe wading area in the Hudson River, protecting...

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Roger's Point Boating Assoc Inc.

We are a small private boating association located in the heart of the Hudson Valley on the eastern shore of the beautiful Hudson River in Hyde Park, New York. We operate a marina and clubhouse with a...

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Scenic Hudson's Long Dock Park

Walk from Beacon train station, hiking/ biking trails, bird watching, nature study, dog walking, fishing, kayak & canoe launch, picnicking, WiFI, x-country skiing & snowshoeing (ungroomed trai...

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