If you're visiting or live in New York City, in about one hour you can visit Northern Westchester County. In an article published July 19, 1914 in the New York Times, The Automobile Club of America suggests "A Short Auto Trip In Westchester Ways: Scenery reminiscent of the Surry Hills and good roads mark run through historic ground . . .

"A delightful short trip along the highways of Westchester County is suggested by the bureau of tours of the Automobile Club of America. This trip affords some attractive views of the New York City reservoirs." July 19, 1914.

Although much has changed since 1914, Westchester County still affords spectacular natural scenery. Go to one of the many country roads in Westchester and you may see a scenic panorama of the valley. Drive along Route 121 and view the natural beauty surrounding the area. Enjoy the majestic trees, hills, mountains, and Cross River Reservoir. You can go boating in the quiet still waters of the Cross River Reservoir and breathe in the tranquil views.

A day exploring the Ward Pound Reservation can be exciting and invigorating. Nature and natural landscape surround you.

This 4,315-acre park makes Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Westchester County’s largest park. With its varied terrain and landscapes and miles of wooded trails the park provides a variety of activities in all seasons. There are areas for Picnics, Camping, Fishing, and if you enjoy winter sports there are many places to go Cross-Country Skiing and snowshoeing. The park is home to the Trailside Nature Museum, that hosts weekend nature interpretive programs year-round.

Explore the countryside when visiting Westchester County. Go Birding, Hiking, Biking, and Cross-Country Skiing at one of the many trails available in Westchester County. Enjoy a day at Teatown Lake Reservation. Teatown’s Nature Center houses nature education exhibits and a live animal collection of a variety of non-releasable animals. You can even go on a scheduled Frog Hunt!

When touring or visiting Westchester County, don't miss an opportunity to bike or drive along the River Towns. Visit the charming towns of Dobbs Ferry, Irvington-on-Hudson, Tarrytown, and Sleepy Hollow, up to Croton-on-Hudson, and the city of Peekskill, The River Towns, all bordering the Hudson River, offer wonderful places to have a bite to eat. Stop and have lunch or dinner while watching the flow of the Hudson River. In good weather, select a restaurant with Waterfront Dining and experience the tranquility of eating while overlooking the Hudson River. Be sure to visit the River Towns and breathe in the fresh air and splendor of the Historic Hudson River.

Climb a hill or mountain and enjoy the sweeping panorama of the Hudson Valley. A drive along the Bear Mountain Parkway leading to the Bear Mountain Bridge is unsurpassed in its natural beauty. Watch the sunset over the Bear Mountain Bridge.

Bike along one of Westchester's many Biking Paths such as the North County Trailway spanning 22.1 miles in Westchester County, from Eastview in the Town of Mt. Pleasant, to Baldwin Place in Somers. It now continues for two more miles into Mahopac in Putnam County as the Putnam Trailway. The North County Trailway is a paved bicycle and pedestrian path located primarily on right-of-way lands of the former Putnam Division of the New York Central Railroad.

Select a Historic Site, Park, Biking Trail, or one of the charming River Towns and have a wonderful day in Westchester County.