Ward Pound Ridge Reservation

The county’s largest park, with 4,315 acres, Ward Pound Ridge offers miles of wooded trails and a variety of activities for all seasons. The park is also home to the Trailside Nature Museum which hosts weekend nature interpretive programs in every season.

• County park pass is not required for admission

• Parking fees: $5 with Park Pass, $10 without Park Pass

• Directions: Route 35 and 121 South, Cross River

• Park hours: Open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to dusk, year-round.

• Phone: (914) 864-7317

• Childrens’ camp

• Dogs: Must be leashed. Service animals welcome.