- TripBuzz found 162 things to do with kids in or near Poughkeepsie, New York, including 144 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Kingston, Newburgh, Hyde Park and Cold Spring.
- From Mid-Hudson Children's Museum to Bounce Sports, the Poughkeepsie area offers 85 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Trampoline Parks, Bridges and Hiking Trails.
- Resting in the Hudson Valley, Poughkeepsie is an historic town with several older buildings and landmarks. This includes the Main Mall Row in the downtown area along with a statue of Thomas Dongan. The city is also home to several colleges and universities, and offers an array of performing arts with an opera house, comedy club and local civic center.
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A reservoir that supplies water to Newburgh, Chadwick Lake has walking trails, a playground, picnic shelters and basketball courts. Visitors can fish and boat on the lake, roller skate in the rink area, and walk dogs on the trails.
12.8 Miles
Featuring a unique 12-hole layout, the Fishkill Golf Course & Driving Range offers a premier course and practice facility. The driving range also features instruction by top PGA teaching professionals.
13.2 Miles
Featuring classical music and live entertainment, Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra performs at numerous venues around Rhinebeck. The group includes a community of musicians from all over the Hudson Valley Area.
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Trailheads at Pocket Road and Sunnyside Road, Beacon, NY
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Fishkill Ridge is a destination for exploring the Hudson Valley's geological past which showcases rounded boulders and bare summits. Patrons can hike the well-marked trails and walk beside streams, scramble up rocks or view extraordinary birdlife.
13.5 Miles
Located on land that was originally purchased in 1852, the Wilderstein Historic Site, offers a rare glimpse of life in the Hudson River Valley in the late 17th through 19th centuries. The extensive collection features generations of historic memorabilia and artifacts.
13.5 Miles
Wilderstein Preservation is located on a wooded bluff that overlooks the beautiful Hudson River. Mansion tours are available to see inside the historic property, but guests can also explore the trails throughout the property's 40 acres.
13.5 Miles
A community funded facility, the Beacon Dog Park provides separate areas for small and large dogs to exercise and play. Amenities include water spigots, dog runs, large fenced spaces and seating.
13.6 Miles
Mountain Tops Outfitters is a retail shop that sells equipment, apparel, and paraphernalia for a variety of outdoor activities. The shop also offers kayak rentals, as well as guided kayak tours.
13.7 Miles
At River Pool at Beacon, visitors can take a dip in Hudson River in a fenced off portion of the river. The pool is circular and is measured at 20 ft. in diameter.
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The Pete and Toshi Seeger Park memorializes their dedication to preserving the Hudson waterfront area. The park has space for community gatherings and hosts events such as the Strawberry, Corn and Pumpkin Festivals.