We asked our followers on Facebook and Instagram, what is your favorite place to visit in Putnam County, and we got some great responses.

Each month we will want to hear from you on your favorite places to visit (attractions, historical sites, restaurants, shops etc.) and we will highlight them.

Plan a visit to the following followers’ suggestions:

1) Layla’s Nails
Treat yourself and get pampered at Layla’s Nails in Carmel, NY. Enjoy a luxury Mani & Pedi.

Location: 531 Smadbeck Ave, Carmel, NY

2) Our majestic waterways
Putnam County’s beautiful scenic views and landscape are ideal for a peaceful escape to enjoy the great outdoors. From swimming, to boating, to fishing there are plenty of water adventures to experience in Putnam.

          ◊ Little Stony Point Beach - 5490 Hudson River, Cold Spring, NY
              Little Stony Point - Scenic Hudson

          ◊ Canopus Lake Beach in Fahnestock State Park - 1498 Route 301, Carmel, NY
              Fahnestock State Park (Clarence Fahnestock) (ny.gov)

          ◊ Putnam Veterans Memorial Park - 201 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel, NY
              Veterans Memorial Park | Putnam County, New York (putnamcountyny.gov)

         ◊ Go boating on Lake Mahopac (Pontoon Rentals are available at Mahopac Marina -
            897 South Lake Blvd, Mahopac, NY)
             Boats for Sale | Mahopac, NY | Mahopac Marina (mahopacmarine.com)

          ◊ Kayak the Great Swamp

         ◊ For fishing (I FISH PUTNAM - Life's better with a rod in hand! - Putnam County, New York)

Repeat Favorite(s)

◊ Putnam History Museum
The mission of the Putnam History Museum is to collect, preserve, interpret, and present the history of Putnam County, Philipstown, the West Point Foundry, and the Hudson Highlands. Through exhibitions, programs, and events, the museum uses its collections to engage the community with the vibrant history of our region, and to foster greater understanding of the role it has played in the growth of our nation.

Location: 63 Chestnut Street Cold Spring, NY

See: Putnam History Museum | Putnam County, New York (putnamcountyny.com)