Jan. 7, 2025 – Group picnic reservations for Westchester County Parks are now open for the 2025 season. Reservations can be made by calling the Westchester County Parks permit office, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: (914) 231-4575.
County Executive Ken Jenkins said, “Westchester County Parks feature great venues for your next celebration. With playgrounds, fields, beaches and pools, guests will be entertained while enjoying their beautiful surroundings.”
Commissioner of the Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation, Kathy O’Connor said, “Our picnic areas and pavilion rentals fill up quickly for the summer months; I recommend making your reservations sooner than later to ensure you get your desired spot.”
Picnicking, including outdoor pavilions, is allowed at the following parks:
- Blue Mountain Reservation, Peekskill
- Croton Gorge, Cortlandt
- Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson
- George’s Island Park, Montrose
- Glen Island Park, New Rochelle
- Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale
- Saxon Woods Park, White Plains
- Sprain Ridge Park, Yonkers
- Tibbetts Brook Park, Yonkers
- V.E. Macy Park, Ardsley
- Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Cross River
- Willson’s Woods Park, Mount Vernon