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Saxon Woods Park History Date Acquired: 1925 Acres: 700 Background: In Colonial times this area was called Saxton Forest, after William Saxton, who operated a saw mill on the western branch of the Mamaroneck River. Local usage changed the name to Saxon Woods. The property was acquired by the county in 1925 under this title. The park contains an 18-hole golf course as well as a miniature golf course, the county’s largest swimming pool (1.75 million gallons), a children’s aquatic playground, and picnic areas. A trail system connects the southern section to the upland wooded northern part of the park, characterized by mature hardwood forests. The trails are very popular with hikers, cross country skiers and horseback riders. The entire system extends along the Hutchinson River Parkway to Twin Lakes Park and north to Maple Moor Golf Course. It also links to the leather- stocking trail and contains archeologically sensitive areas.
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