Kennedy Dells Park

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Kennedy Dells Park

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Kennedy Dells Park, 179-acres in size, is located at 355 North Main Street, New City, NY 10956 in Rockland County.

The park has a flat rolling topography. The extreme westerly portion is heavily wooded consisting of Hemlock, White Pine, Beech, Maple, Black and Red Oak, White Ash, and Black Locust. Crum Creek bounds the Park on the westerly side along which winds a hiking trail that looks down at the stream below.

A Bit of History
"The park was owned in the early part of the century by the well-known movie producer Adolph Zukor. New City was at one time to be the Hollywood of the east. Remains of the bridge across Crum Creek to the teahouse still exist. 80 acres purchased 1969; 97 acres added 1975."

Wildlife
White-tailed Deer, Red Fox, Gray Squirrel, Flying Squirrel, Rabbit, Woodchuck, Raccoon, Porcupine, Opossum, Bluebirds, Geese, Ducks, Screech Owl, Barred Owl, Turkey Vulture, Wild Turkeys, Red-tailed Hawk, Marsh Hawk, Great Blue Heron, Hooded Merganser, Black Duck, Wood Duck, Grouse, Woodcock, Black Rat Snake, Copperhead, Rattlesnake, Watersnake, Hog Nosed Snake.

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Things to Do at Kennedy Dells Park

Guided tours available by Park Rangers
Hiking Trails
Horse corral
Nature study
Pavilion
Picnicking *
Playing field for soccer
Rest rooms *

Winter Activities

Wheelchair Accessible*
Accessible indicates that, to the extent possible, this facility or activity meets the Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility standards. It is strongly recommended that you contact the facility in advance for a full description of facilities.

Location: New City

Categories
Cross-Country Skiing \| Snowshoeing
Equestrian Facilities \| Horseback Riding
Hiking Trails \| Places To Hike
Nature Hikes \| Outings for Kids
Parks \| Local and State
Picnicking \| Picnic
Playing Fields
Sledding \| Snowshoeing \| Winter Activities
Wheelchair Accessible