Parks & Gardens
Parks & GardensA 31-lake wonderland just outside NYC with 200 miles of trails, sandy beaches, and the Appalachian Trail cutting right through. Pack a picnic, hit Lemon Squeeze, and escape into forest that feels a world away.
200 miles of trails
31 lakes and reservoirs
Two sandy beaches
Appalachian Trail access
Tips
🗺️trail markers can be unclear, download maps first
🪨Lemon Squeeze is a fun scramble
Beaches and Swimming Spots to Visit
Southfields
Parks & GardensParks & GardensA 31-lake wonderland just outside NYC with 200 miles of trails, sandy beaches, and the Appalachian Trail cutting right through. Pack a picnic, hit Lemon Squeeze, and escape into forest that feels a world away.
200 miles of trails
31 lakes and reservoirs
Two sandy beaches
Appalachian Trail access
Tips
🗺️trail markers can be unclear, download maps first
🪨Lemon Squeeze is a fun scramble
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