JAMES BAIRD STATE PARK
JAMES BAIRD STATE PARK14 Maintenance Lane
Pleasant Valley, New York 12569
Phone:
845-452-1489
James Baird State Park is situated on farmland once owned by James Baird, a contractor and engineer whose firm constructed the Lincoln Memorial. Nationally renowned golf architect, Robert Trent Jones designed a scenic, fairly flat 18-hole golf course on this large tract of farmland in Pleasant Valley. To golfers? delight, the par 5, 13th hole is one of the most challenging in the Hudson Valley. In addition to the golf course, the park now also boasts a driving range, pro shop, clubhouse and a snack bar at the 1st and 10th holes. A full service restaurant overlooks the golf course and is open to both golfers and the general public. In July 2005, James Baird is proud to host the Empire State Games, one of the largest amateur sport competitions in the country.
In 1939 James Baird donated the 590 acres of land to New York State under the stipulation that it be known as James Baird State Park. Work began on the park and golf course in 1940. Construction continued intermittently during World War II and the golf course was officially opened in 1948.
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Beacon NY premier Bed and Breakfast, the Swann Inn of Beacon was originally built in 1866. Located at the base of Mt. Beacon, NY, just a short walk to Scenic Hudson's
Mt. Beacon Park, the Swann Inn is a perfect location for travelers and hikers visiting the Beacon, NY and the Mid-Hudson Valley. It is also 30 minutes to Clarence Longstock.
Our Bed and Breakfast has a 5-Star ratings on bedandbreakfast.com.
15.8 miles from park*
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Enjoy fishing in the park's pond, home to largemouth bass and sunfish. A valid New York State fishing license is required.
James Baird State Park is located near Beacon, Fishkill and Highland
James Baird State Park offers numerous picnic tables, grills and pavilions for picnicking. It also has a playground nearby.
The park offers diverse birding opportunities with over 200 species spotted, including migratory and resident birds. Birdwatchers can explore various habitats such as woodlands, wetlands, fields and ponds. The park's trails provide excellent vantage points for observing avian wildlife.
James Baird State Park has much to offer: there are spacious open and wooded picnic areas and two picnic pavilions which can accommodate up to 300 people each by reservation. There is also a sports complex where visitors enjoy playing basketball, softball, tennis and volleyball. Additionally there is a playground and a nature center. Open summer weekends, the nature center loans recreational equipment and offers nature programs.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find the seven miles of scenic wooded trails ideal for hiking in the warm months and cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the wintertime.
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+18452972288
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Millbrook Farmers' Market3263 Franklin Ave
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+18454072245
Local growers set up under the open sky on Franklin Avenue every Saturday, piling tables high with dirt-dusted root veggies, raw cider, and fresh-cut flowers right on the grass.
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Berry's Farm
413 NY-376
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+18452236065
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Hopewell Farms413 Route 376
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+18452272494
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Poughkeepsie Waterfront Market75 N Water St
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+18454710589
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Fisherman's World
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(845) 297-9664
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65 Clearwater Rd
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(845) 691-8511
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+18452973184
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East Fishkill Historical68 Kensington Dr
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+18452274136
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6.5
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(6.5 out of 10) City Bike Of Poughkeepsie115 Parker Ave
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18454864100
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Inn at Applewood
Applewood Apts # 18
Highland, NY
(845) 691-2516
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