Beaches in the Hudson Valley & Northern, NJ
Nothing says summer is here like sitting lakeside while feeling the sand beneath your toes. Here are some of our favorite spots to find in the area!
Lakes, Beaches, and Wateringholes in NY
Greenwood Lake, NY
New York's largest body of fresh water that spans 9 miles between New York and New Jersey.
Stony Point, NY
Largest beach in Harriman State Park. Located in the wooded hills of the Ramapo Mountains, enjoy a half-mile-long sandy beach
Lake Hannessey/Circleville Town Park
Circleville, NY
60-acre Lake Hennessey includes swimming and lifeguards, along with many other nature filled activities
Southfields, NY
Located in Harriman State park, this spot offers amazing views along with swimming, fishing, boating and picnicking.
Kent, NY
Located right off of Route 301, Canopus Lake has everything you'd want in a summer destination: swimming, good fishing, a sandy beach, and hiking trails.
Ancram, NY
Lake Taghkanic State Park offers tent and trailer campsites, cabins and cottages, two beaches, picnic areas, paddleboat and kayak rentals, playgrounds, sports fields, a rentable pavilion, a rec hall, and showers. They also offer hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, and more as well.
Wawarsing, NY
Lake Awosting is a beautiful and remote swimming destination in the Minnewaska State Park Preserve at the heart of the Shawangunk Mountains.
Lakes, Beaches, and Wateringholes in NJ
Hewitt, NJ
Located in Wawayanda State park, Lake Wawayanda includes white sandy beaches, surrounded by beautiful wildlife.
Landing, NJ
The largest lake in NJ, offers plenty of outdoor activities including but not limited to; swimming, fishing and grilling.
Lake Marcia
Wantage, NJ
Located in High Point State Park, Lake Marcia offers a nice cool place for swimmers to enjoy the weather.
Pompton Lakes, NJ
Pompton Lakes has two recreational lakes and three rivers, all with public access, allowing for shoreline fishing, kayaking, and canoeing.
Ringwood, NJ
Shepherd Lake in Ringwood State Park is another excellent option for a gorgeous beach, hiking trails, and even a famous botanical garden.
Vernon, NJ
This glassine water body, made for pleasure, supports every water sport a visitor can think of – swimming, diving, fishing, water skiing, jet skiing, and boating by sail, canoe, kayak, paddle, motor, row, and skull.
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