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Latest County News

  • Former Heavyweight Boxer Gerry Cooney Visits Westchester County Correction Youth Opportunity Program

    Jun 13, 2025 | 16:43 pm
  • County Executive Ken Jenkins Issues Statement on Police Monitoring at Faith-Based Institutions

    Jun 13, 2025 | 15:48 pm
  • DSPS Livable Communities Initiative Partners to Host NONNAS Watch Parties

    Jun 12, 2025 | 16:33 pm
  • Westchester County Health Department Has Closed the Following Beaches

    Jun 11, 2025 | 14:27 pm
  • Mohegan lake Beach Closures due to Harmful Algae Bloom

    Jun 10, 2025 | 21:15 pm

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Croton Point Park Update

This Saturday, June 14, Croton Point Park will only be open to those attending the Hudson River Music Festival.

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Art in Parks
The Gallery in the Park at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation is a program of "Art in Parks," which brings changing exhibitions of sculpture, painting, murals and other forms of artwork to county parks.
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Boating and Fishing
Fishing is permitted in all the streams and lakes under the control of the Westchester County Parks Department, except in the nature preserves and where "No Fishing" signs are displayed.
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Camping
With nearly 18,000 acres of open space, miles of trails, scenic views, and a host of recreational opportunities, the county’s parks are ideal settings for year-round camping, whether you’re a seasoned camper or just getting started.
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Children's Camps
From nature discovery to learning basketball, golf and music skills, Westchester County Parks offers summer camps and programs for children of all ages and interests.
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Group Picnicking
Whether you're planning a small family party for 10 or a company picnic for 500, Westchester County Parks provide an ideal setting for your next group outing.
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Hiking and Biking
With miles of trail, reservations, and preserves, Westchester County is perfect for your hiking and biking adventures. County bicycle and fitness trails are open year round.
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Swimming
Westchester County offers five public pools and three beaches, located in Croton, Rye, New Rochelle, White Plains, Yonkers and Mount Vernon.
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What's Happening - Parks Spring Events
All upcoming and happening events at Westchester County Parks

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CAPRA Accredited
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CAPRA re-accreditation awarded by NRPA to Westchester County…

Conservation Efforts

Westchester County is committed to preserving the natural environment…

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Plan your wedding at Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park in North…

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