Hudson Valley Scenic Drive

(Originates from Cromwell Manor Inn, Cornwall, New York)

Are you looking for a very scenic drive (1 1/2 hours) in the heart of New York’s Hudson Valley? Well, here it is:

Take a left from the driveway of Cromwell Manor Inn.
Continue to traffic circle.
Go halfway around circle, continuing onto Main Street.
Go through first stop light. At next light, bear right, passing the pond.
At blinking stoplight, continue straight.
Stay on Route 218 (it takes a 90 degree right in town).
Go up 218 being sure to take the first pullout for a great view of the Hudson River.
Continue up the mountain to 9W south. Be sure you get on 9W south, not north!
Go to traffic circle and continue straight on 9W south.
Take first right to Bear Mountain.
Continue until you see Perkins Memorial Drive.
Take Perkins Memorial Drive to top of Bear Mountain.
On a clear day, you can see the skyline of Manhattan if you look carefully.

When you come back down the mountain, you can return by reversing the directions above, or you can take a right when you get to the bottom of Perkins Memorial Drive and then follow the signs to Seven Lakes Drive.
Stay on Seven Lakes Drive and enjoy great views until you get to Route 6 West. Take a right on Rt. 6 West to Route 32 North, continuing until you see Woodbury Common Premium Shopping Outlet on your right.
Go past Woodbury Common by about 1 mile into Central Valley.
Take a right on Smith Clove Road at the traffic light in Central Valley (there is a Chinese restaurant on your right). Smith Clove Road eventually turns into Angola Road.
Go about 8 ½ miles and you will pass Jones Farm on your left.
Cromwell Manor Inn is on your left after Jones Farm.

Winter activities in the Hudson Valley

The Hudson Valley offers beautiful scenery all year long, though most visitors to the area only see the greener side. It is amazing how a light dusting of snow changes the look of the area, needless to say how 12 inches or more transforms the Valley into a Winter Wonderland. Add a little bit of ice on the trees and you will want your camera so you can capture the glistening sparkle of the branches before the sun melts it away. If you believe Punxatawny Phil's prediction that Spring weather is right around the corner, you'd best use your free days now to partake in some of Hudson Valley's winter activities before the weather gets too warm. Try one of these destinations for outdoor activities while marvelling at the beautiful Hudson Valley scenery around you!

Go ice skating at Bear Mountain State Park Outdoor Icerink. The rink is open through the first weekend in March. Try downhill skiing or snowboarding at Mt. Peter. In it's 75th year of operation, Mt. Peter offers over 10 ski and snowboard trails and free beginner lessons. Sterling Forest State Park offers cross country skiing and snowshoeing. Thomas Bull Memorial Park offers a myriad of choices for the winter sports enthusiast.The park hosts a free outdoor ice rink (bring your own skates) as well as 3 miles of free cross country ski trails(bring your own skis). The biggest draw at Thomas Bull Memorial Park ,though, is their snowtubing hill which has a cable tow for your return to the top of the hill. After a day of outdoor fun you may find the cozy atmosphere at Cromwell Manor Inn very appealing. Relax in the oversized jacuzzi tub for 2 in the Oliver Cromwell Suite or in one of the antique clawfoot soaking tubs in the Arcarian or Hambleton Rooms. Embrace the cold winter weather by cozying up with your loved one in front of one of 6 woodburning fireplaces in the bedrooms. Why not order a one hour side by side massage in your room? Make your plans now to enjoy the great Winter Wonderland in New York's Hudson Valley!