Birdwatching Parks Near Poughkeepsie

Discover 9 parks for birdwatching within driving distance of Poughkeepsie

Franny Reese State Park

Highland, New York
2 miles away

"Poughkeepsie residents enjoy quick access to the park for hiking and river views, making it a favorite spot for outdoor recreation and relaxation."

A scenic Hudson Valley park with wooded trails, river views, and historic ruins.

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Sojourner Truth State Park

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Sojourner Truth State Park

Kingston, New York
18 miles away

"Poughkeepsie offers easy access to the Hudson Valley, with attractions like the Walkway Over the Hudson and a lively downtown for visitors."

A riverside park in Kingston, NY, honoring Sojourner Truth with trails and scenic views.

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Storm King State Park

Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York
28 miles away

"Poughkeepsie visitors are drawn to Storm King for its challenging trails and the opportunity to experience the scenic beauty of the Hudson Highlands."

A rugged, scenic park with panoramic Hudson River views and challenging hiking trails.

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Wonder Lake State Park

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Wonder Lake State Park

Patterson, New York
32 miles away

"Poughkeepsie residents visit Wonder Lake State Park for its peaceful woodlands and scenic lake, perfect for a day trip or weekend adventure."

A peaceful state park with woodlands, a lake, and miles of hiking trails.

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Donald J. Trump State Park

Yorktown Heights, New York
36 miles away

"Poughkeepsie visitors come for a change of scenery, enjoying the park's peaceful environment and natural landscapes."

A quiet, undeveloped park with meadows and woodlands in Westchester and Putnam counties.

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Goosepond Mountain State Park

Chester, New York
38 miles away

"Poughkeepsie visitors come for birdwatching and quiet nature walks, making the most of the park's undeveloped landscapes."

A quiet, undeveloped park in Orange County ideal for hiking and nature observation.

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Highland Lakes State Park

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Highland Lakes State Park

Middletown, New York
39 miles away

"Poughkeepsie visitors enjoy the park’s large, undeveloped landscape for day trips, nature walks, and fishing in a quiet environment."

A large, undeveloped park in Orange County, NY, ideal for hiking, fishing, and nature exploration.

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