Fantastic, private pool club in the heart of the Catskills. REALLY warm heated pool, playground, &…read morefull facilities. We discovered the High Ridge Club by driving around and joined ASAP. Our family especially loves the tennis courts and tennis professional with the lessons and games.

It's not open yet but when it is it's a great way to cool off on a hot summer day. Lifeguards are…read morethere. Nice views on the river

There aren't many places on the Hudson River where you can trust that your children will easily be…read morewithin reach, in a shallow environment, AND have a lifegaurd nearby. Enter: The River Pool. Designed for probably no more than 18-20 people, at first glance it looks like a big hot tub or trampoline in the River. In some ways it's a bit of both. You'll find it by meandering your way past the parking lot, beyond the sand volleyball courts, and past the basketball court to the aluminum ramp at the north edge of the park overlooking the bridge. Thankfully, the aluminum ramp means you don't need to climb sharp rocks or weed through lillypads to get into the water, instead you just walk right into the little rainbow colored plastic pool ring and land on a nylon netting that prevents you from walking on river mud. On a hot August day, it's a refreshing way to cool off and enjoy the park. You'd think that would make it busy, but in the prime afternoon heat on a Saturday, there were only 6 people in the pool, with a couple parents on the sidelines. Just in case you need a bit of privacy before getting in the pool, there are porta potties and even a curtained changing area. So many conveniences, and all without park fees. A gem for families in Beacon and for visitors who want to expand their stay beyond Dia and Main St. Bonus tip: go on Sunday and make a picnic from vendors at the local farmer's market on the river dock.

What a treasure that is right in Syracuse. I went for a 3 mile walk today with my friend and really…read moreenjoyed the landscape and the views. From the mountain goat high spot of the park you can see all of downtown, it's really cool!!! A lot of spots to sit and relax and the homes surrounding the upper Park are just gorgeous.

This park invented Onondagamatopoeia, so it's shhhhhurely the most sooooothing sssseeea shhhhore in…read morethe Sssssyracuse area. OK what the f*** am I talking about. But it's a spectacular Park in Syracuse that is the highlight of the inner city SYR area. I like it even more than I like being Onondated by Dating prospects. This wonderful wooded park space is large and gorgeous much like my girlfriend. There are two sections, Upper and Lower, and both are lovely. Definitely the most relaxing place to hang out and people watch during the summer in the inner city area, and bettered only by Onondaga Lake Park (totally different) in the wider region.

If you love history paired with nature, this is a great place to visit! There's so much to do in…read morethe park and a lot of rich history to learn. If you run into a true Saratogian who grew up here, they will likely be able to tell you all about the features found in the park. If you're interested in staying directly in the park, the Gideon Putnam Resort and Spa is inside of the park to stay at! You can get a fantastic meal at the restaurant, enjoy the Victorian pool or even get spa treatments at the Roosevelt Baths. The golf course is also a great course at a reasonable price. The state park is also the home of a small production play theatre (directly behind SPAC). There is a famous amphitheater that you can always catch Dave Matthews at in the summer (Saratoga performing arts Center). If you're interested in natural healings, there are multiple springs (including one that tastes like normal water) that residents and visitors alike bring jugs to get fresh water at. The walking trails are wonderful and in some areas, there are mini waterfalls as well. In the winter, this park is great for cross country skiing. If you enter into the park and pay the entry fee, you can go to the Peerless pool which is gigantic! Quite a few pavilions you can also rent for reunions or large parties. One thing is for sure, there's usually somewhere for every type of person.

Oooh, some rare good news, one more thing to review from my Capital District World Tour. Anytime…read moreyou see a sign indicating people should limit themselves to two five-gallon containers of water during peak times, that's a beverage world trying. So the State Seal Spring is the marquee destination here, but for something worse-tasting but more unique the Geyser spring is within the same structure. Unfortunately the Charlie spring near the SPAC entrance wasn't flowing as of mid-December. The pine trees get five stars. I wish there were bathrooms available but that could be a seasonal thing. The park is technically reachable by bus but you might have to a wait a bit.

horrible service and bad manners- the ladies were judging us and were very passive aggressive. they…read moredidn't greet us and didn't believe our younger sister was 11. made us pay for 4 adult tickets. completely unjustified and agist.

Beautiful pool to lounge around or swim in. Way less crowded with way less kids than the Peerless…read morePool. You can bring your own non-glass, non-alcoholic drinks in a small cooler and relax all day!

This last weekend we had a family reunion at the club at Smallwood. I just wanted to take a moment…read moreout to thank Kathy and honey and all the people that helped make our reunion very special. The entertainment was awesome and everyone had a great time. Thank you to all the members of The Club at Smallwood we look forward to next year.

From the owner: The Club At Smallwood is the number one summer club in the area. Our 10-week summer season means…read moreabout 70 pool days in our sparkling 70' HEATED POOL, weather permitting. Enjoy daily activities for adults and kids, including art classes, games, book club, parties, entertainment, mahjongg and canasta classes, live music, dancing, special events and more. The Club at Smallwood offers a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, entertain your visitors (for a small fee), relax and make the most of your summer.

Great pool, atmosphere, very nice and helpful staff Just…read morewish there were more hot food options

If I could put zero stars I would. I called and asked if they were at full capacity in which they…read moresaid no. So I travelled 20 minutes on a 90 degree day just so they can tell me I CANT swim if I'm not a new paltz resident?? I'm a local but I have to be a resident? Stupidest thing I have ever heard. The girl otp should have said that in the first place. Not only that but if I really wanted to use the pool I have to be a member for $170 is insane and stupid. This pool is not even in a nice spot to be worth it.

Everyone is so friendly and helpful here. The lady lifeguard was very nice and helpful. The lady…read morewho works in the office is also super friendly and sweet. And there was a guy in a golf cart who helped us when we got lost lol hes super sweet too. The pool's amazing as well, it's our favorite section. This is such a wonderful place.

From the owner: Newberry Estate in Dallas, Pennsylvania is a totally unique luxury condominium community and…read morecountry club. The well preserved natural landscape of the 87 acre J. J. Newberry Estate has been retained by the presence of apple trees, green fairways, streams, ponds and lush woodlands. Our club offers a large heated and professionally maintained pool, pavillion with snack bar open during the summer, Par 3 Executive golf course, and four lighted tennis courts. We offer clinics and lessons with our tennis and golf pros, swim lessons from certified lifeguards and swim instructors, and many exciting member events throughout the season.

Do not come here unless you are good with waiting close to two hours to get your main entree, 90…read moreminutes to receive your appetizers, and coffee 30 minutes after ordering. I'd you don't mind gettint your food lukewarm, this is your place. Management was ornery when we complained. This was on a Sunday afternoon. Never again.

I only come to Drumlins to use the indoor tennis courts because they are free for SU students with…read moreyour student ID during certain days/hours! My friends and I have been coming here for the past three years and have had nothing but positive and friendly experiences! The staff is very friendly and helpful when determining when the courts are free for students and are accommodating when you need to chance a time or cancel last minute. The courts are extremely well maintained and they even offer classes on an individual and group basis! If you are in need of renting a tennis court definitely come here!

I had the afternoon off, and decided to take my kids and one of their friends to the public pool at…read moreTawasentha Park. We had a great time. The pool is open to residents of Guilderland. I needed to show my ID to an employee in the booth at the park's main entrance, as well as the employee at the pool's gate. Kids ages 6-14 get in for $1, adults are $3, and there's no admission fee for seniors or little kids. The T-shaped pool is well maintained, and very clean, surrounded by a chain link fence and a nice lawn, where we put our towels and sandals. The pool was about 75 degrees, I'd say, perfect for a hot July afternoon. I stayed with my daughter in one of the shallow sections (the steps are nice and gradual), while my boys and their buddy enjoyed the diving board and deeper section. While we were there, I saw five or six lifeguards. They rotated shifts every twenty minutes or so, so that there were always two lifeguards on duty. The only eyesore was the remnants of a locker room / pool house fire, adjacent to the pool. I think it happened a year ago, but it doesn't look like much cleanup has been done. An interim "changing trailer" has been brought in, but since we arrived already in our swimsuits, we didn't need to use it. It's great to know that this pool is available! We'll definitely be heading back.

As a resident and tax payer of the town I have to say our trip to the pool was such a…read moredisappointment. Our review isn't about the fact that the kiddie pool closed for the season without letting town residents know or the fact that the sign says the pool closes at 7 and it closed at 5. It is actually about the manager at this location who shared her name was Lindsay. She is an unkind, loud, and not a kid friendly person. The kiddie pool was closed without our knowledge and therefore we didn't pack the kids life coats due to this (the kiddie pool is only one foot deep and they don't need them typically). The staff encouraged the kids to stay and play on the big pool stairs instead. However we really regret doing this as everything they did on the stairs was criticized by Lindsay. At one point I asked the front desk if they had life coat rentals and was told no.....however we were loaned a life coat by the front desk from lost and found. As soon as our 5 year old entered the pool with the coat on, loud taking Lindsay came over and demanded he take it off and shouted that parents need to be responsible and bring their own. When I explained that the front desk said it was ok she replied that he doesn't work for them and he doesn't know what he is doing. She spoke so loud to me that all the people in the area we were in were able to hear her and the guests next to us commented about how inappropriate she was after she walked away. She embarrassed herself and My family was quit anxious after that as she drew so much attention. After she left a five year old in tears by demanding he get out of the pool and take off his coat ....she then spend the next 45 minutes sitting off to the side of the pool correcting the kids for every time they jumped or sat too close to the railing etc. Our family will be visiting other pools in the future, sadly not our own town pool. And Lindsay needs to revisit her profession. Maybe a job where you yell a lot and don't interact with small children.