This is a great dog park and super clean!…read more Good place to let my service animal run and get some energy out. The only issue is that some people show up with dogs who are not socialized and are aggressive and they do nothing when their dog is attacking others. I'm not sure how often they go, but some other dog owners mentioned that it has gotten worse. If you get there and it's empty take advantage of it. The best days are the sunny days when it's early morning or evening!

Beautiful path along the dog park leading to two sections for bigger and smaller dogs. Overall…read moreseems well kept.

Right off of 416 and it is an amazing lot of land. Between bike trails, small ponds and a nice dog…read morepark, the park offers much for everyone. It's a beautiful landscape that lays host to many event including the 4th of July fireworks. A great place to relax, have a picnic or just relax among nature. It's a beautiful park that is very well kept. The staff keeps it very clean and well maintained. The bathrooms are pretty clean, the staff friendly and it is dog friendly. It also has the Arboretum connected to it. It is a nice hidden treasure of the Campbell Hall and Montgomery area.

There are only aggressive dogs there and owners are not responsible to make sure their dogs are…read morebehaved. My dog was twice attacked by Akitas there. The dogs circle and crowd a dog entering the park. my mild mannered dog had to show his teeth to defend himself. Owners sit on benches and socialize.

Not sure what these negative reviews are about…read more...... There is and always has been a separate entrance for small dogs; there is no reason for a small dog not to come here. Secondly thankfully this is a private dog park that anyone can join for an annual fee. Makes me feel safe that only neutered/spayed dogs with all appropriate vaccinations come here. I'm happy to pay $55 a year knowing that all the dogs that come here are fully vaccinated and fixed. Well worth it. I go almost daily, I've yet to see a fight.

I joined the dog park in May as we had just moved to Beacon. I was really happy that they screen…read morethe dogs ahead of time by having them register their dog with the city and submit their vaccination records. No aggressive dogs are allowed. I really appreciate this as my dog is an anxiety prone rescue. While we lived in NYC we couldn't go into any of the dog parks as you never know anything about the dogs. Also, the park is very big so the dogs have space to stay to themselves unlike the small parks in NYC. Everyone I have met is very kind and helpful. I have found out about such great restaurants, contractors, other dog friendly places, vet clinics and a wonderful doggy daycare place.

Came here to watch the sunset on the river and it was amazing. The park is clean and spacious…read more Great place to relax and listen to the waves, occasionally you'll get sounds from the train as it's near the station, but it's not egregious.

Great little park with large covered picnic tables. Beautiful clean area to eat your lunch or just…read morehang out with a large group.

We love Bowdoin Park for so many reasons. The park is so spacious with so many nooks and crannies…read morethat there's something for everyone. Multi use sports fields, swing sets, toddler play areas, great spaces for picnicking, and for my purpose, Dog exploring. My black lab mix has to sniff frequently to feel gratification. So our trips to Bowden Park happened roughly once a week so he can read all the "Social PEEdia.". Regardless of what time or day it is, you'll always find people enjoying the trail, walk, quiet, picnic, entertaining children, or using one of the several permanent gazebo structures to host a celebration. I think it's still possible to rent out the lodge for overnight stays and private parties. I would defer to them to confirm that There's a little chapel on site and I've never been inside, but it looks absolutely adorable. This could be a great place for a casual country wedding celebration and picnic in place of those high priced extravagant weddings. This is our third visit this month and I have failed to report in two other times. If you have a dog, this is a great place to visit but make sure you bring your 6 foot leash. It is mandatory Like all parks in the county, the park closes at dusk. Be respectful and carry your trash out with you if you can't find a receptacle of which there are many. And by all means, clean up after your pet and your children. Keep the Park beautiful for everyone. The location of Bowden Park is on the edges of the Hudson River. You can't see the river from everywhere but you know it's there parallel to the train path to New York City and up to Poughkeepsie

Bowdoin Park is one of those parks where "I wish I discovered this place many years back." Driving…read morein leads to many things to do, a playground for the kids, and two big fields with one providing a baseball and soccer field. Picnic tables are scattered throughout the park along with pavilions. The pavilions are in great shape and in use. Bathrooms are provided in the main building. Also, be on the lookout for upcoming mini concerts, which are performed on the hilly field just as you enter. There are a total of six trails that are assigned a color, starting at one point and ending at a different location (with some reconnecting with the same path), except the blue trail, which does a loop, and also the Wappingers Greenway Trail, which passes through. I've enjoyed exploring, with decent views and scenery. The intersections of different paths need to be marked clearly, and instead, the sign is further in. Reading the map is key to not getting lost, which Bowdoin Park provides. There's a lot to offer for all ages, and it's a destination anyone won't regret along the Hudson River with a touch of nature.

I have been going to this park since we adopted our dog in August. It is a big park with a water…read moresource a great plastic pool, water bowls and great people who bring their dogs. Great people because they are responsible, social and watch their dogs. Poop is usually picked up quickly and owners walk around the area not just sit and talk. It's also no cost. I recommend this place for anyone who needs to exercise or socialize their dogs. A good crowd is there on Saturdays and Sundays from about 11 - 3.

I used to come here with my dog so she could run free off leash. I was surprised that a year or 2…read moreago they started charging a membership fee and u can't get in without a key fob. Seems pretty discriminatory. You don't make the humans pay to use the playground. Shameful

Vibrant dog park : Golden retriever frolicking with a frisbee, beagle puppy playfully chasing,…read moremixed breed dog splashing in a communal water bucket, owners chatting at a safe distance.

I hope my dog enjoyed the visit. He really didn't run around too much and all I did was sit there…read moreand provide food for the mosquitos. All in all, the place is clean although the plastic bag dispensers for dog waste were empty and I had no choice but to leave it where HE left it. Sorry to all those who came later. I'll stock up on OFF and come back again, with plastic bags.

This dog park is small and sweet. Its definitely off the beaten path and a little difficult to…read morefind. There are a couple benches, plenty of water bowls, a fountain, and a some rogue toys here and there. There were no poop bags so definitely make sure you have your own!

Amazing dog park! I go here almost every day! I love how the place is based off donations and…read moreeverything about it is so amazing. Not to mention the creek right near by and the wonderful chimes where you can sit and relax while your dog has a lot of fun. It also has a small dog park for small dogs too!

We managed to visit twice during our trip and it was such an amazing park! There's tons of room for…read morethe pups to run, almost fully grass andddd there's agility equipment that my dog absolutely loved! There's also a small trail you can follow that leads to a section where the dogs can swim.

I visited Hudson Highlands State Park for the first time to hike the Blue Trail, also known as the…read moreCornish Trail. It was only my third time hiking, and that's when I realized how much I love hiking. I definitely plan to hike more often. The Blue Trail is considered beginner-friendly, I found parts of it a bit challenging because of the incline. Still, the effort was worth it, the view of South Beacon Mountain was absolutely beautiful. The hike itself was a great experience, especially with friends. Near the train station, there are small shops where you can grab food, drinks, or any last-minute supplies. There are also restrooms by the station and portable toilet near the trail areas. I would definitely come back to hike there again, maybe do the red trail.

One of the best hikes that I have gone on this year! Initially, we were going to do the Bull Hill…read moreFull Loop which is an estimated 3-4 hours. This is definitely a moderate trail. If you go in the winter, take caution with the ice when climbing to the top. After about an hour into the trail, you will see a sign to continue on the Full Loop or the Short Loop. When we reached that point, we switched to the Bull Hill Short Loop. It took around 3 hours to complete. The trails have beautiful views! You will see other hikers, but everyone keeps a safe distance. Take time to stop and enjoy the surrounding. There are portable toilets at the beginning of the trail with hand sanitizers if you need to use a bathroom.