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New Croton Dam

Croton on Hudson, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

The New Croton Dam is a spectacular sight in Westchester County. Its waterfall makes it unique. Very few places like it. It's a little hard to reach, tucked away in Croton-on-Hudson, and parking is limited. There's a parking lot in the lower part, which provides a great view of the falls and the waterway below. Great year-round, as some of... More

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Croton on Hudson, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

This structure is the second largest built of hand-hewn stone in the world, after the Pyramids of Egypt. Can be seen from top or from below (small park). One of the best kept secrets in the Northeast.

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Wappingers Falls, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

Used to go here alot as a teenager to hang out with friends. Just went back recently and still amazed at the awesome view. Love the falls with the rushing water.

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MAHOPAC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

A relative of my family helped build this magnificent dam. There's a great park at the base of the dam so be sure to go in the Spring when the falls are full.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

New Croton Dam is located at Croton Gorge Park. I didn't read anything about the place in advance but just found it on the map and go. What a surprise! It is very picturesque and photogenic.

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Mahopac, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

A hidden Marvel of Nature & Man Made Beauty! Worth the trip. Great place for a picnic. Pic up some sandwiches & enjoy.

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Hudson, New York
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

What can you say about a dam? Lots of water? The scene here is dramatic and worth a detour to take it all in.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

This is a spectacular area to view.A minitaure niagra falls in your own backyard. There are also trails here that are great to walk and explore, I go here often and its always great.

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Ossining, New York, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2012

when the rains have heavy the waterfalls are outstanding. after snow you can go sleigh riding down the hill,

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2012

This is a great place for photographers. I live not too far from here, and time and again I revisit with my camera. Great panoramas, take wide angle shots and bring your polarizer! The dam itself is impressive. On one side is a reservoir, and there is a brook at the side of it. There is a waterfall. On the... More

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