Directory of Local Attractions and Activities
Besides the Rockland County YMCA there are many other fun destinations and activities in the Lower Hudson and New York City metropolitan area. The directory below gives some suggestions you may not have thought of. If you have any favorites not in the Directory please send us an e-mail through the Contact Us page. We have also included links to YMCA Family Year Round Conference Centers that you may want to consider for a winter, spring or fall weekend as well as a summer camp experience.
Local Events
Palisades Interstate Park special events
Attractions and Activities for Children
Westchester County - pick your own apples, pumpkins or even Christmas trees
Hudson Valley and New Jersey Field Trips
YMCA Family Conference Centers and Summer Camps
Silver Bay YMCA of the Adirondacks - A historic family conference center in Silver Bay, NY on Lake George featuring year round family vacations, weekend getaways and family reunions. (3.8 hours driving time)
YMCA Camp Bernie - Summer camp, outdoor education, group and family programs throughout the year. The camp is located 1.5 hours away in Port Murray, New Jersey
YMCA of Frost Valley - A 6500 acre, year-round YMCA in the Catskill Mountain region of New York State specializing in environmental education, summer camp, conferencing and family vacations. The camp is located 2 hours away in Claryville, NY.
Leisure Activities and Fitness
Palisades Interstate Park hiking trails
Palisades Interstate Park - boating, fishing, cycling, picnic areas, overlooks, historic sites
The Castle Fun Center, Chester, NY - rock climbing, roller skating, slick track, go-karts
Cultural and Arts
Rockland County - cinema, dance, exhibits, galleries, music, theater
Westchester County - African American Heritage Trail
Westchester Arts Council website - calendar of events, resources, museums and galleries, programs
Historic
Westchester County- Historic attractions
Rockland County - Historic landmarks, museums, farms, churches