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Croton
Nature
Center
The Croton Point Nature Center is located at the 504-acre Croton Point Park, the largest peninsula on the Hudson River. The building houses exhibits on local flora and fauna (including Hudson River specimens), local and Native American history, and hands-on activities. Restroom, maps, and information are also available in the nature center.
There are four miles of Hudson River shoreline to explore. The park, which also winter Bald Eagles, is an Important Bird Area (IBA). A capped landfill is now a vast meadow abundant in species of birds and butterflies. The park's historical structures have been designated as a historic district.
Activities
Educational nature study and cultural history
programs, hiking/walking, birding, and cross country skiing.
Facilities
Restrooms,
Maps and information are available at the nature center. The
building also houses exhibits on local flora and fauna, including Hudson
River specimens, local history, Native Americans and hands-on
activities.
Nature Center Hours
Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Trails are
open every day dawn to dusk.
Admission Requirements
A Westchester County
Park Pass is not required for admission.
Parking Fees Apply
$8 per vehicle, $4 with a Westchester County Park Pass.
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