NEWSLETTER
Orange County, N.Y. - Don’t let winter weather tempt you to stay inside! If you’re looking for a low-impact, highly enjoyable way to enjoy the snowy, brisk outdoors, snowshoeing is a perfect activity. And Orange County, N.Y., offers ideal settings to engage in safe treks across our beautiful landscapes.
Try Winding Hills Park covering 502 acres in Montgomery and Crawford, centered on the 40-acre Diamond Lake, for a day in wooded areas. Or snowshoe the 19.5-mile Heritage Trail, connecting downtowns from Middletown to Harriman. The trail is not plowed in the winter, so when the snow piles up, it is ideal for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Find access points, with convenient parking, in Harriman, Monroe, Chester and Goshen.
Snowshoeing is an aerobic exercise that promotes cardiovascular fitness and strengthens muscles. It helps to avoid the winter blues by keeping you active and enjoying fresh air when the temperatures drop. Also, it’s fun. That helps explain why a record 4.5 million winter enthusiasts strapped on snowshoes last year, according to Statista. That was a significant jump from 3.84 million in 2022. Join in on a fun, healthy activity – and visit Orange County, N.Y., and all of its winter attractions!
Find more about winter activities at www.pickocny.com.
About Orange County Tourism & Film
Orange County Tourism & Film, based in Goshen, N.Y., is the county’s tourism and film production headquarters and a participant in the I LOVE NY program. A comprehensive listing of area attractions, lodging, events and film resources can be found at www.pickocny.com. Additionally, a fun, free, 60-page travel guide is available for digital download at www.pickocny.com/travel-guide
###