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Rockefeller State Park Preserve
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Description - The Rockefeller State Park Preserve is characterized by a variety of habitats, including wetlands, woodlands, meadows, fields and a lake. Lovely carriage paths offer an opportunity to hike, stroll, job, horseback ride or cross-country ski through beautiful terrain. This is popular park with bird watchers and nature photographers. Fishermen enjoy catching bass and bluegill. A visitor center offers historical exhibits. Equestrian use by permit only.
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- The Rockefeller State Park Preserve is characterized by a variety of habitats, including wetlands, woodlands, meadows, fields and a lake. Carriagewayss traverse the park, leading into shady river lanes, intimate wooded paths and panoramic vistas. The preserve is ideal for strolling, jogging, cross-country skiing and horseback riding. Nature enthusiasts enjoy bird watching, photography and sketching. Anglers will find the lake an excellent fishing spot.
Recreation - Rockefeller State Park Preserve offers a visitor center, a nature trail, fishing access, horseback riding, hiking and cross-country skiing. The Preserve is open year-round from 8 a.m. to dusk. Separate horse trailer parking available. Climate - The Rockefeller State Park area has a varied climate with average January temperatures ranging from above 22 degrees down to 18 degrees Fahrenheit (above -6 degrees Celsius). Summer temperatures average around 72 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius). Precipitation in the region ranges from 40 to more than 44 inches of rain and snowmelt. Location -
Located near the Hudson River, the Rockefeller State Park Preserve may be reached by traveling US 9 near Tarrytown then heading east on SR 117, 1 mile.
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