World-class activities, just minutes away

Northern Westchester offers a wealth of outdoor activities - some just minutes from your bungalow. Great dining, groceries and big box shopping are 10 minutes away.

Local Activities

  • Cortlandt Town Pool

    While most PLPer take the advice to “Go jump in a lake”, the town pool is newly renovated and open right next door. Open daily during the summer.

  • Blue Mountain Reservation Mountain Biking

    This is pure Appalachian all-mountain singletrack highlighted by granite outcroppings and boulders. More >

  • Go Take a Hike!

    Amazing hiking paths begin a few minutes’ walk from PLP, including the Briarcliff-Peekskill Trail, with miles of mixed-terrain hiking for all levels. Hike to the Croton Gorge and Dam, the second-largest hand-hewn stone structure in the world. More >

  • Croton is Gorge-ous Too!

    Croton Gorge Park is a 97-acre property at the base of the Croton Dam and affords impressive views of the dam and spillway. A popular spot for fishing, picnicking and hiking, with direct trail access to New York State’s Old Croton Aqueduct More >

  • North County Trailway

    At just over 20 miles, the North County Trailway is the longest of four rail-trails created from the former New York Central Railroad’s Putnam Division line. Combined with the Old Putnam Trail, South County Trailway, and Putnam Trailway, you’ll go far! More >

  • Westchester Trail Rides

    If horseback riding is on your “To Do” list, join the WTR team of experienced guides on acres of prime untouched land. More >

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