- TripBuzz found 155 things to do with kids in or near Fishkill, New York, including 145 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, Hyde Park and Peekskill.
- From SplashDown Beach Water Park to SplashDown Beach, the Fishkill area offers 99 different types of family activities, including: Water Parks, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Bowling.
- Less than two hours from New York City, Fishkill, NY has a population of only about 2,000 people. Settled by Dutch immigrants in 1714, the city gets its name from the Dutch vis (fish) and kil (stream). Fishkill is a cozy small town with charming storefronts, clean streets, and peaceful parks typical of New England.
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Offering a half mile hike for its visitors, Foundry Dock offers several old structures to explore like a brick building and water wheel. The trail gives a view of the Hudson River and the surrounding marsh.
8.5 Miles
Located on 41 acres of quiet residential land, Algonquin Park is a public park offering a number of amenities for its visitors to enjoy. These amenities include a playground, numerous sports fields, a fishing pond, and nature trails throughout.
8.6 Miles
Located in Putnam County in Cold Spring, New York, the Putnam History Museum serves as a community resource to preserve the history of the county and the West Point Foundry. Visitors explore the area's history through events and displays.
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140 Main Street, Cold Spring, NY 10516
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Founded in 1987, The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival is a festival with the goal of engaging the largest possible audience in a conversation about Shakespeare's plays. The festival shows Shakespearean plays including 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.
8.6 Miles
Once known as the Putnam County Historical Society and Foundry Museum, the Putnam History Museum maintains a large collection of historical artifacts and memorabilia concerning the area. The museum hosts educational programs and school tours.
8.7 Miles
The elegant Federal period building known as the Boscobel House & Gardens provide guests with a look into the past and enjoy its unique beauty. Tours of the mansion and self-guided walking tours of the gardens and trails are primary attractions along with events like the Shakespeare Festival.
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Once home to a foundry that produced locomotives, West Point Foundry Preserve is now a nature preserve with several hiking trails that pass by historic structures. There is also a replica water wheel from the Industrial Revolution.
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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.
8.8 Miles
An outfitter for river adventure trips, Hudson River Expeditions offers canoe, paddleboard, and kayak rentals, as well as boats for sale. The company offers instruction in all of these vehicles, as well as guided trips.
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Built on the grounds of the West Point Foundry, Foundry Dock Park offers a quiet and peaceful ambiance. Thus, it is an ideal spot to watch for birds or to enjoy a casual stroll. Canoeing and kayaking is also welcome.