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Explore Bowdoin Park In Wappingers Falls

Explore Bowdoin Park In Wappingers Falls

There’s no shortage of things to do in Wappingers Falls. When you’re ready to head out and explore the great outdoors, Dutchess County offers great hiking, biking, golf and scenic trails to explore. Bowdoin Park, right in our own backyard, is an award-winning park and lies on the Dutchess Tourism Zen Finder Outdoor Trail. Learn more about this local treasure with Mid-Hudson Subaru

Explore Bowdoin Park in Wappingers Falls

Bowdoin Park features more than 300 acres on the banks of the famous Hudson River in Poughkeepsie, New York. The park’s playground is handicap-accessible, making it the perfect place for children of all ages and abilities to enjoy the great outdoors. (It’s even won some awards, too!) Planning your next family outing to Bowdoin Park is easy with Mid-Hudson Subaru.

Planning a Day in Bowdoin Park

During the summer, the kids are restless and the temperatures are hot. Why not cool things down at the splash pad? During the summer, it’s open daily from 10 am- 7 pm, permitting that the weather is nice. You can bring lunch and enjoy it at one of the many picnic areas around the park. There are also soccer fields, softball fields and a sand volleyball court to ensure the kids burn off all that extra energy. In the winter, there’s even a hill for sledding. 

Before you go, be sure to download the Zen Finder to your phone. The passport will then be delivered to your phone via text message. Be sure to have your location services enabled, so you can ‘check in’ via GPS. You’ll earn points that can go towards great prizes, like water bottles and might even earn a moment of Zen along the way. 

Events at Bowdoin Park

If you’re looking to host an event, like a birthday party or even something bigger like a weekend retreat, the facilities at Bowdoin Park can accommodate groups of all sizes. There are five pavilions and a community auditorium room which can accommodate up to 125 people. Ellesside Chapel, which can host weddings can accommodate about 50 people, and Maple Knoll Lodge, which can house about 75 people with space for roughly 20 to stay overnight. 

Getting to Bowdoin Park

Bowdoin Park is located just to the west of Downtown Wappingers Falls and is just across the Hudson River from the town of Marlboro. From Downtown Wappingers Falls, you can take South Avenue to New Hamburg Road, and just across Wappingers Creek is Main Street. Bearing left on Sheafe Road just past Channingville Deli takes you right into the park. There is ample parking right next to playground areas, so little ones don’t have to go far to start having fun.

Conquering the Weekend with Mid-Hudson Subaru

When it comes to finding things to do in Wappingers Falls, count on Mid-Hudson Subaru to get you to and from your destination safely. Our team knows Subarus, and knows how to get you in one that matches your lifestyle and budget. Visit our showroom online today to get started. 

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