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Discover Putnam - Putnam County Tourism

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Scenic Spots for Sunrise, Sunset, and Picnics: A Putnam County Guide

19 August 2026

Putnam County is home to some of the most beautiful areas in all the Hudson Valley to see sunrises, sunsets, and to have a picnic. Whether you want a fun get together with family or friends, or a romantic date these are great places for you to check out! [Make sure to always bring a flashlight if hiking or in the wilderness at night]

Sunrise/Sunset Spots:

◊ Nimham Fire Tower- Nimham Mountain Multiple Use Area
[501 Mount Nimham Ct, Carmel, NY]
Nimham Mountain Multiple Use Area

◊ Cold Spring Pier- Village of Cold Spring
[1 West Street, Cold Spring, NY]

◊ Little Stony Point - Hudson Highlands State Park
[3011 Route 9D, Cold Spring, NY]
Hudson Highlands State Park

◊ Fahnestock State Park
[1498 Route 301, Carmel, NY]
Fahnestock State Park

◊ White Pond- White Pond Multiple Use Area
[496 White Pond Road, Kent, NY]
White Pond Multiple Use Area

◊ Chamber Park- Lake Mahopac
[951 S Lake Blvd, Mahopac, NY]
Chamber Park

◊ Putnam Trailway- Empire State Trail
[Multiple Locations between Mahopac and Brewster]
Putnam Trailway

 

Picnic Areas:

◊ Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park
[201 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel, NY]
Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park

◊ Wonder Lake State Park
[381 Ludingtonville Road, Kent, NY]
Wonder Lake State Park

◊ Fahnestock State Park
[1498 Route 301, Carmel, NY]
Fahnestock State Park

◊ Constitution Marsh Audubon Center & Sanctuary
[127 Warren Landing Road, Garrison, NY]
Constitution Marsh Audubon Center & Sanctuary

◊ Castle Park
[146 Pumphouse Road, Brewster, NY]
Castle Park

◊ Scolpino Park
[115 Doansburg Road, Brewster, NY]
Scolpino Park

◊ Patterson Veterans Memorial Park (Patterson Town Park)
[65 Maple Ave, Patterson, NY]
Patterson Veterans Memorial Park

◊ Sycamore Park
[790 Long Pond Road, Mahopac, NY]
Sycamore Park

◊ Camarda Park
[226 Seminary Hill Road, Carmel, NY]
Camarda Park

◊ Edward Ryan Memorial Park
[43 Park Roads, Kent, NY]
Edward Ryan Memorial Park

◊ Leonard Wagner Memorial Park
[156 Oscawana Lake Road, Putnam Valley, NY]
Leonard Wagner Memorial Park

◊ Philipstown Park
[1239 Route 9D, Garrison, NY]
Philipstown Park

 

 

Welcome Message

Nestled between the Hudson River and the Connecticut state line, Putnam County offers an abundance of adventures and experiences to suit every lifestyle. From hiking and boating to dining and shopping, Putnam is a small but mighty treasure trove of crystal lakes, beautiful hiking trails, historic sites, art and cultural experiences and quaint restaurants and shops. With five Metro-North stops, we are just an hour away from Manhattan, making day trips hassle-free and a truly easy getaway.


Contact the Tourism Department


  • Tara Keegan

    Director of Tourism