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DIRECTORY.

SEASON OF 1883.

A COMPLETE GUIDE AND DIRECTORY OF SUMMER HOTELS

AND BOARDING HOUSES.

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PUBLISHED BY

H A N KI NS & CO5 Murray St.. N. Y.

Entered according to an Act of Congress, in the year 1883, by

HANKINS & CO.,In the OflBcc of the Librarian of Congress, at "Washington.

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. CONTENTS.

Adirondack Mts 73Albany, N. Y 61Allendale, N. J 18

Allentown, Pa 38Amaganset, N. Y 47Amityville; N. Y 41Andes, N. Y 77Annandale, N.J 8Arkville, N. Y 36Asbury Park. N. J 14Athens, N. Y 61Atlantic City, N. J 11Atlanticvllie, N. Y 44Babylon, N. Y 41Baldwins, N. Y 40Bar Harbor, Me 71Barnegat, N, J 11Bayport, N. Y 42Bavshore, N. Y 43Bayside, N. Y 54Beach Haven, N. J 10Bellevue. N. J 9Bellport, N Y 43Bergen Point, N. J 8Bethlehem, Pa 8Big Indian, N. Y 36Bloomingburgh, Pa 27Blue Point, N. Y 42Boiceville, N. Y 33Branchport, N. J 13Branford, Conn 69Bridgehampton, N. Y 45Bridgeport, Conn 67Broadhead's Bridge, N. Y.. 32Brown's Station, N. Y 33Caldwell, N. Y 74Callicoon. N. Y 24Cape May, N. J 72Caiasauqua, Pa 8Catskill Mountains 31Catskill, N. Y 61Central R. R. of New Jeisey. 7Central Valley, N. Y 24Clifton, N. J 18Cochecton. N. Y 24

Cold Spring, N. Y

Contents.— Continued.

Greenlawn, N. Y 51Greenport, N. Y 50Greenwich, Conn 64Greenwood Lake, N. Y 74Griffin's Corners, N. Y 86Guilford, Conn 69Hancock, N. Y 24Hastings, N. Y 58Haverstraw, N. Y 59Hawley, Pa....- 26Hawthorn, N. J 18Highlands, N. J 9Highland Mills, N. Y 24Highlands of Central N. Y. . 27Hobart, N. Y 37Hohokus, N. J 18Homowack, N. Y 28Honesdale, Pa ,.... 26Hudson, N. Y 61Hudson River 55Hunter, N. Y 34Huntington, N. Y 51Hurley; N. Y 29Hyde Park, N. Y 60Irvington, N. Y 58Island Heights, N. J 10Islip, N. Y 42Jamesport, N. Y 49Keyport, N.J 12Kenvil, N. J^ 10Lackawaxen, Pa 23Lake George. N. Y 74Lake Hill, N. Y 34Lake, Mahopac, N. Y 75Lake Mohonk : 22Lake View, N. J . . . 18Lake Winnewaska 22Lake Wood, N. J 10Larchmont, N. Y 63Leetes Island, Conn 69Lexington, N. Y 35Liberty, N. Y 29Liberty Falls, N. Y 29Little Silver, N. J 13Locust Valley, N. Y 54Long Branch, N.J 13Long Island 40Long Island Map, N. Y 39Mahwah, N. J 19Mamaroneck, N. Y 63Manasquan, N. J 15Marlborough, N . Y 60Matawan, N. J 12Mattituck, N. Y 49Middletown. N. Y 20

Milford.Conn 67Milford, Pa 21Miscellaneous Resorts 71Meredith, N. Y 30Monroe, N. Y 19Monticello, N. Y 22Mountainville, N. Y 25Mount Desert, Me 71Mount Pleasant, N. Y 88Mt. Vernon, N. Y 62Narragansett Pier, R. 1 71Narrowsburg, N. Y 28Neversink, N. Y 28Newburgh. N. Y 25New Hamburgh, N. Y 60New Have », Conn. 68New London, Conn 70Newport, R. 1 71New Rochelle, N. Y 68Newtown, N. Y 53North Conway, N. H 78Noroton, Conn 65Niagara Falls, N. Y 72Northport, N. Y 51Nyack, N. Y 58N. Y. & N. H. Railway 62Ocean Beach, N.J 14Ocean Grove, N.J 14Oceanport, N. J 9Olive Branch 32'Olive Bridge N. Y 38Orient. N.Y 50Otisville, N. Y 20Oxford, N. Y 20Oyster Bay, N. Y 50Palenville, N. Y 38Passaic, N.J 17Passaic Bridge, N.J 17Patchogue, N Y 43Peconic, N. Y 49Peekskill,N. Y 59Pelhamville, N.Y 68Perth Amboy, N. J 12Phoenicia, N. Y 84Piermont, N.Y 58Pine Hill, N. Y 86Plainfield, N. J 8Plattsburg, N. Y 73Point Pleasant, N.J 15Ponquogue, N.Y . . 45Portchester, N.Y 64Port Jefferson, N. Y 58Port Jervis, N. Y 20Port Kent, N. Y 78Poughkeepsie, N. Y 60

Contents.— Continued.

Prattsville, N. Y 87Quogue, N. Y 44Ramsey's, N. Y 19Red Bank, N. J 12Rhinebeck. N. Y 60Ridgewood, N. T : 18Riverhead, N. Y 48Riverside, Conn 64Rockville Centre, N. Y 40Rondout, N. Y 60Rosvln, N. Y 54Roxbury, N. Y 37Rutherford Park, N J 17Rye, N. Y 63Sag Harbor. N. Y 46Saint James. N. Y 53Salisbury. N. Y 25Saratoga Springs, N. Y 72Saugerties, N. Y 61Saybrook, Conn 69Sayville, N. Y: . 42Schooley's Mountain, N. J. . 74Seabright, N. J..... 9Sea Girt, N. J 15Seatauket, N. Y 52Shandaken, N. Y 35Sharon Springs. N. Y 72Shelter Island, N. Y 50Shohola, Pa 23Shokan, N. Y 33Sing Sing, N. Y 58Smithtown, N. Y 51Sloatsburgh, N. Y 19Sound Beach, Conn 64Southampton, N. Y 45South Gilboa, N. Y 37South Norwalk, Conn 66Southold, N. Y 49South Oyster Bay, N. Y 41Southport, Conn 66

Speonk, N. Y 43Spring Lake, N. J 14Spuyten Duyvil, N. Y 57Stamford, N. Y 37Stamford, Conn 65Steamers, Hudson River .... 56Stony Brook, N.Y 52Stony Creek, Conn 69Stratford, Conn 67Suflfern, N. Y 19Summit, N. Y 36Tannersville, N. Y 34Tarrytown, N. Y 58The Corner, N. Y 33Tom's River, N J 10Troy, N. Y 61Turners, N, Y. 19Walton, N. Y 30Washingtonville, N Y 25Watermill, N. Y 45Wavvarsing, N. Y 28West Hampton, N.Y 44West Hurley, N. Y 32West Haven, Conn 68West Point, N. Y 59WestkiU, N. Y 35Westport, Conn 66Westport, N. Y 73West Shokan, N. Y 33Windham, N. Y 34White Lake, N. Y 22White Mountains 73Whitestone N.Y 53Woodbury, N.Y 25Woodmcnt, Conn 68Woodsburgh, N.Y 47Woodstock, N Y 32Wurtsboro. N. Y 28Yonkers, N. Y 57

PREFACE.

It has been our endeavor in preparing the American Summer

Eesort Directory to meet the requirements of all classes who

may have occasion to consult its pages. And, if it does to any-

considerable extent fulfil this object, its mission will have been ac-

complished. Those who are limited as to time may find Sea Shore

and Mountain Resorts brought within their reach, while those who

have ample time and means will have the widest scope to select

from. The places are confined to no particular section, but com-

bine attractions from all parts of the countiy. The routes are

arranged on several of the leading lines according to distance from

New York City, to afford the most simple method for the conven-

iences of those consulting them.

To enable us to produce this work at a popular price, we have

carefully excluded all superfluous and unimportant matter, and

adopted a rigid condensation of style, though no effort has been

spared to make it as reliable as possible ; but in handling so many

places some errors are liable to occur, and we would feel grateful

to our readers f6r any corrections they may suggest.

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AND BRANCHES.

HE region traversed bythis road has indeed been

most aptly described as

the " Central Garden

Spot " of New Jersey.Some of the richest farm-

ing land in the Union'

pours its treasures into the

metropolitan market by this line. Vales

Central R. R. of New Jersey and Branches.

Central Division.

BERGEN POINT, Hudson Co., N. J.Eight miles from New York. Time, 21 minutes. Situated at

the intersection of Newark Bay, and the Kill von Kull. It has

long enjoyed a first-class reputation as a summer resort. NewarkBay is crossed at this point by a bridge nearly two miles in length.

FANWOOD, Somerset Co., N. J.Twenty-two miles from New York. Time, 51 minutes. A charm-

ing ham.let almost at the base of the Orange Mountains.

PLAINFIELD, Union Co., N. J.Twenty-four miles from New York. Time, 55 minutes. A

delightful city on a level plain, laid out with broad streets, andlined with shade trees. The drives in the vicinity are beautiful andattractive. A little to the northward rises the celebrated " Wash-ington Rock," with an elevation of 511 feet above the sea and com-mands a view of most interesting and varied scenery.

ANNANDALE, Hunterdon Co., N. J.Fifty-one and a half miles from New York. Time, i hour and

45 minutes. A pleasant and attractive village, celebrated for itsmilk and dairy farms. Annandale is a station in demand by trav-elers to and from Clinton, less than 2 miles distant, and con-nected by stages.

BETHLEHEM, Northampton Co., Pa.Eighty-six miles from New York via The Lehigh and Susque-

hanna Division. There is much picturesque scenery at this point.Above and around the island the Lehigh rushes along, and withthe open glades, and green lawns shaded by towering trees, com-bine lo make it a chosen spot for summer boarders.

ALLENTOWN, Lehigh Co., Pa.

Ninety-one miles from New York via Lehigh& Susquehanna Division. The scenery andnatural curiosities at and near Allentown arewell worth seeing. Among the objects of in-terest are "Mammoth Rock," elevation, 1200feet, " Worman's Springs," and " Helfrich'sCave."

CATASAUaUA, Lehigh Co., Pa.Ninety-four miles from New York via Lehigh & Susquehanna

Division. Pleasantly situated on the banks of the Lehigh Canaland River.

For Boarding; Places, see Bark Part of Book.

New Jersey Southern Railway

New Jersey Southern Branch.By this route a regular and fast line of stean:iers will leave Pier

14, North River, foot of Liberty street, daily, passing through

New York Bay, the Narrows, the Government Islands and Forts,and Staten Island to Sandy Hook, where trains are taken which

closely follow the beach on a narrow neck of land. Shrewsbury

River, on the right, and the Atlantic Ocean, on the left, to the

Highlands of the Navesink, the summit of which commands aview of many miles of land and water. Highland village lies atthe bottom of the heights, with the Navesink River flowing at its

doors. From Highlands to Long Branch the entire coast is builtup with handsome cottages and seems like a continuous town.

HIGHLANDS, Monmouth Co., N. J.Twenty-four and one-fifth miles

from New York ; time, i hour and20 minutes. This is the highest

point on the Atlantic Coast. Thescenery is grand and beautiful, and

"jlp the boating, bathing and fishing

cannot be surpassed.

BELLEVUE, Monmouth Co.,N. J.

Twenty-five and one-fifth miles

from New York; time, i hour and- 30 minutes. This delightful resort

is located niidvvay beUve^n the Highland, s and Seabright and

and affords both surf and s-iUwater bathing.

- SEABRIGHT, Monmouth Co., N. J.Twenty-six and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, i hour

and 31 minutes. It is a pleasantly located seaside town on a nar-

row strip of beach, between the Shrewsbury River and the Ocean,

and the bridge across the river at this point gives the residents a

most delightful drive among the woods and parks of Rumsom's

Neck.OCEANPORT, Monmouth Co., N. J.

Thirty-four miles from New York and situated directly on theShrewsbury River, and within a short distance of Monmouth ParkRace Course.

For Boarding Place:^, see Bark Part of Book.

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LAKEWOOD, Ocean Co., N. J.Thirty-six miles from New York. Time, 2 hours. It is pleas-

antly situated on a beautiful lake, and abounds with fine scenery

and gocd drives.

TOMS RIVER, Ocean Co., N. J.Sixty-eight and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, 2 hours

and 30 minutes. This delightful town is the capital of OceanCounty, and is a rare gem in the landscape in which it is set. Thebay and river affords excellent boating, bathing and fishing.Tom's River is considered perfectly healthy.

ISLAND HEIGHTS, Ocean Co., N. J.//;c- .

• Two miles fromTom's River Stationand fronting directly

on Tom's River andBarnegat Bay. This

resort is rapidly de-

veloping, and is a^ favorite Methodist

Cam. p Meeting^ Ground.

KENVIL, Morris Co., N. J.Reached viaiht High Bridge Branch of the C. R. R. of N. J,,

and is one of the most delightful spots in the State, being sur-rounded by lakes and mountains.

BEACH HAVEN, Ocean Co., N. J.A seaside resort, located on an island five miles from the vil-

lage ot Tuckerton, and between the ocean and Tuckerton Bay,across which it is reacned by a small steamboat. The best of surlbathing, yachting and fishing is offered.

FORKED RIVER, Ocean Co., N. J.Seventy-six miles from New York. This spot possesses peculiar

charms for the lover of fishing and aquatic sports. The weak fishgrounds of Barnegat Bay are in close proximity. The prices ofboats, bait, etc., are moderate and the boatmen are among themost experienced on the coast.

For Boarding I'iat-es, see Back Pari of Book.

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BARNEGAT, Ocean Co., N. J.Eighty-three miles from New York. Being delightfuUy located

near Barnegat Bay, its attractions are of the highest order to

Summer \nsitors. The surf and Stillwater bathing cannot besurpassed, and it is a perfect paradise for sportsmen who find therethe amplest facilities for testing their skill at capturing the game-fish, or wild fowl.

ATLANTIC CITY, Atlantic Co., N. J.One hundred and twenty-six miles from New York. This is

one of the most celebrated Summer Resorts on the New Jerj:eyCoast. The houses are mostly built on an island, just off fromthe mainland, called Abseco n Beach. The Island is ten mileslong. Thebathing beach

is one of the

best on thecoast, beinghard and com-

pact. Atlantic

City enjoys a high reputation as a heilth resort, being visited all

the year round by invalids from all parts of the country. Sufferers

from some affections find the climate in winter more healthful thanthat of Florida, The hotel and private boarding accommodationsare of the best.

Hew York and Long Branch Division.This branch of the Central Railroad of New Jersey has done

more for the development of the rich and inviting shore

counties of the State than all other roads combined. It brings

the metropohs and the popular resorts and population of the

coast into the closest and most intimate relationship. Ulti-

mately, no doubt, the faciUties which this line of communica-

tion affords will result in the estabHshment of a continuous

line of towns with a permanent population from Sandy Hookto Barnegat. By this route is reached Long Branch, OceanGrove, Sea Girt, Point Pleasant and intermediate stations, and

to stations on the New Jersey Southern Railroad.

For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book.

Long Branch Railway.

PERTH AMBOY, Middlesex Co., N. J.

Twenty-two miles from New York. Time, 50 minutes. It issituated on Raritan Bay, at the mouth of the Raritan River and

.,_ ^-^, at the south end of Staten

Island Sound, or Kill-von-

Kull. Good boating, bath-

ing and fishing can be had,

and its convenience to NewYork adds much to its at-

tractions.

MATAWAN. Mon-mouth Co., N. J.

Twenty-nine miles from

New York. At this placethe Summer visitor willfind the neighborhood

abounding in delightful

and interesting walks and

drives. It is from this

point that Keyport is

reached via the Freehold

and New York Railroad.

KEYPORT, Monmouth Co., N. J.

Two miles from Matawan Station on the Long Branch Divis-ion. Or may be reached direct by the steamer Mz'mize Cornell

from New York. Keyport affords a splendid view of the Narrows,Staten Island, Sandy Hook and the Ocean. The elevation is high,

and the drives are good. Boating, bathing and fishing are among

the attractions.

RED BANK, Monmouth, Co., N. J.Thirty-nine miles from New York. Time, i hour and 20 minutes.

Red Bank is pleasantly situated on the Navesink River, and is the

most flourishing town in Monmouth Co. It is surrounded by beau-

tiful drives, and affords good boating, bathing and fishing. It pos-

sesses good hotels, comfortable boarding houses and good society.

Oysters and fish are abundant here.


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LITTLE SILVER, Monmouth Co., N. J.Forty-one miles from New York. Time, i hour and 30 minutes.

Pleasantly located for summer boarders, with every attraction, in-cluding fishing, boating and crabbmg.

BRANCHPORT, Monmouth Co., N. J.Forty-three and one-eighth miles from New York. Time, i hour

and 33 min. This

is the neareststation to LongBranch, and is

directly opposite

to Pontaupeck,

an old Indiancamping ground.

It is also at the

head of Pleasure

Bay, \yhich af-

fords many p'eas-ures to Summervisitors, and is conveniently located to the ocean.

LONG BRANCH, Monmouth Co., N. J.Forty-five miles from New York. Time, i hour and 20 minutes,

and located " right on the ocean." This is one of the most popu-lar of American Summer Resorts. The drives in the vicinity are ofa most excellent character, and the bathing cannot be surpassedany wheie along the coast. Magnificent hotels line the beach forover a mile, intercepted by fine residences, the connecting groundsforming a continuous lawn. Long Branch can also be reached byboats direct from New York—landing at the Iron Pier, whichstretches far out in the ocean, and is in itself a complete SummerResort.

ELBERON, Monmouth Co., N. J.Forty-seven and one-third miles from New York. Time, i

hour and 27 minutes. Elberon is pleasantly located on the ocean,and within easy walking distance of Long Branch.

DEAL BEACH, Monmouth Co., N. J.Forty-eight and one-seventh miles from New York. Time, i

hour and 31 minutes. Situated directly on the ocean.

For Boarding Places, see Back Part or Book.

14 Long Branch Railway.

ASBURY PARK, Monmouth Co., N. J.Fifty and one-seventh miles from New York. Time, i hour

and 38 minutes. Asbury Park fronts directly on the ocean for a"7 distance of one mile. The

^beach at this point is very

fine, and safe for bathing", and

abundant facilities are offered

therefore. The hotel andpriva'e boarding accommoda-

'^ tions are of l he very best. A#ir cheap and well regulated hack

systeni has been established,

and pleasant drives may be en-

ik\^' joyed for a very small ex-

pense. Directly south of

Asbury Park is Ocean Grove,

from which it is separated by

Wesley Lake, a beautiful body

of fresh water, nearly three-

quarters of a mile in length.

OCEAN GROVE, Monmouth Co., N. J.Situated directly south of Asbury Park. Ocean Grove is cele-

brated the world over as a popular resort for the Methodists and

the seat of their great Camp Meetings. It possesses every attrac-tion to be met with at the seaside, combined with those of fresh

water lakes.

OCEAN BEACH. Monmouth Co.. N. J.Fifiy-lhree and a quarter miles from New York. Time, i hour

and 45 minutes. Ocean Beach is situated on the south shore of

Shark River and fronts directly on the Atlantic Ocean. It is a

growing and popular Summer Resort and affords good bathingand tishing facilities.

SPRING LAKE, Monmouth Co., N. J.Fifty-four and a quarter miles from NewYoik. Time, i hour

and 50 minutes. Delightfully loacated on the ocean, the bathingin which cannot be surpassed. A small and picturesque sheet offresh water are among the attractions. Here one may bathe in theocem, sail, row, or fish upon the lake, ride over graded drives andbroad avenues, or ramble in shady groves of pine.

For Boardiug Places, see Back Part of Book.

Long Branch Railway. 15

SEA GIRT, Monmouth Co., N. J.Fifty-six and one-eighth miles from New York. Time, i hour

and 55 minutes. This is a new seaside resort and is handsomelyand tastefully laid out. It fronts upon the ocean and boasts of afine bathing beach.

MANASaUAN, Monmouth Co., N. J.Fifty-seven and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, i hour

and 57 minutes. It is situated on Squan River and is one mileand a-half from the ocean. It possesses many attractions as aSummer Resort.

POINT PLEASANT, Ocean Co., N. J.Fifty-nine and one-fifth miles from New York. Time, 2 hours

and 5 minutes. It is

located on the shores

of the Manasquan'River, and the facili-

ties for boating, bath-

ing and fishing cannot

be surpassed. As aport it is a favorite re-

sort for yachtsmen in

their cruises up and

down the coast.

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Erie Railway and Branches. 17

Along the Erie Railway.Comparatively few of the people of New York City, an-

nually seeking Summer rest, or recreation, have any proper ideaof the charming views at nearly every point along the entire

line of this great quadruple track of iron,

from the Atlantic Ocean to Lake Erie.

There is a grandeur of scenery through-

out all this broad region of craggy rocks

and lofty hills, with shady glens and

beautiful streams in valleys of green

—

surpassed only by the sublime efforts of

nature manifested in the Rocky Moun-tains. Here the atmosphere is always

pure—the water untainted, and insectivepests unknown. Indeed, the entire Hue

of the Erie Railway is a grand field of

charming study, and a greater part of the entire section is

famous for its hunting and fishing. The lover of trout, bassfishing, and pickerel fishing, will find ample field for the grati-

fication of his passion among the creeks, lakes and rivers, whilethe latter season opens unrivaled haunts for the hunter, with

his fowling piece or rifle, his setter or deer hound.

RUTHERFURD, Passaic Co., N. J.Nine miles from New York. A beautiful village of surburban

homes, in close proximity to the Passaic River, which affords fine

fishing and boating. The walks and drives through shady grovesare unexcelled.

PASSAIC BRIDGE, Passaic Co., N. J.

Eleven miles from New York. A pleasant and attractive spotfor Summer boarders. Passaic Bridge is really part and parcel ofPassaic.

PASSAIC, Passaic Co., N. J.

Twelve miles from New York. Beautifully situated on a highelevation in the heart of Passaic Valley. This delightful city is a

place of residence of many well-known New York business men.

For Boarding Places, see Back Part or Book.

i8 Erie Railway and Branches.

The drives in the vicinity are excellent, and good boating and fish-

ing may be enjoyed in the Passaic River. This place is really the

P. O. address for Passaic Bridge.

CLIFTON, Passaic Co., N. J.

Thirteen and one-half miles from New Yojk. This popular andcharming place is located within easy walking distance of Dundee

Lake, where good boating and fishing can always be had. The

drives in the vicinity are excellent.

LAKE VIEW, Passaic Co., N. J.Fifteen miles from New York. A quiet and attractive village

overlooking the Passaic Valley at Dundee Lake, which is only a

few minutes walk from the station. Fine boating and fishing

may be enjoyed. This point affords many attractions for Summervisitors.

HAWTHORNE, Passaic Co., N. J.Nineteen miles from New York. c^ e,^'

Situated on a high elevation in the -^ /.^

midst of a good farming district.

Fishing and boating may be enjoyed ^/^y,^^in the river. The drives are excel-lent. Passaic Falls is one mile dis-

tant.

RIDGEWOOD, Bergen Co., N. J.

Twenty-two miles from New York.Beautifully situated in the heart of

Paramus Valley. It is a quiet farm-

ing region and affords many pleasantwalks and drives.

HOHOKUS, Bergen Co., N. J.Twenty-four miles from New York. A picturesque and inter-

esting spot in the Paramus Valley. The drives in this vicinityare good, and the climate pure and invigorating.

ALLENDALE, Bergen Co., N. J.Twenty-six miles from New York. A pleasant and delightful

hamlet, situated amid farms and overhanging trees. Among itsattractions may be mentioned good drives and pure air.



RAMSEY'S, Bergen Co., N. J.Twenty-eight miles from New York. Situated at the outlet of

the Ramapo Valley. Trout streams in the mountains are easy ofaccess. The climate is pure and healthful and good drives maybe found in every direction.

MAHWAH, Bergen Co., N. J.Twenty-nine miles from New York. It is at this point that the

celebrated Ramapo Valley begins. The village is nestled amongrugged hills that rise in perpendicular ranks on every side.

SUFFERN, Rockland Co., N. Y.Thirty-two miles trom New York. This delightful spot is

situated at the base of the Southern Highlands of the Hudson in

the rocky pass of the Ramapo. The surroundings are beautifuland the climate is recommended by physicians as a resort for

sufferers with bronchial and pulmonary affections.

SLOATSBURG, Rocklrnd Co., N. Y.Thirty-six miles from

New York. Located in afamous sporting region,

amid numerous lakes and

streams where good bass

and pickerel fishing maybe enjoyed. The elevationis high and healthy. Thedrives through the sur-

roundmg country are good.

TURNER'S Orange Co., N. Y.Forty-eight miles from New York. This famous place is the

last resort in the Ramapo Valley. It is surrounded by mountains,aud in the vicinity of numerous lakes where good fishing may beenjoyed. And in the season, quantities of partridges, quails andwoodcocks may be found.

MONROE, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty miles from New York. Situated among the dairy farms of

Southern Orange. It stands on the highest elevation East of the

Shawangunk Mountains. Lakes and streams are in the immedi-

ate vicinity, and splendid drives are among the attractions.


20 Erie Railway and Branches.

OXFORD, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty- two miles from New York. Situated amid fine scenery,

lakes and streams, and with the pure air and water this place has

been made a popular retreat. The drives and walks are good.

GOSHEN, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty-nine miles from»

New York. The stockfarms in and around this

section are celebrated alP

over the world, as also is

its butter and milk. It is

withall an interesting lo-

cality for Summer so-journerF. Black bassfishing may be enjoyedin the Wallkill Miver

and Pcchunk Creek.

FLORIDA, Orange Co., N. Y.Five miles from Goshen on the Pine Island Branch. Situate(J

among meadows, hills and lakes. Glenmere Lake, one of the

handsomest lakes in the btate, is one mile from Florida. Thecountry affords good fishing and hunting.

MIDDLETOWN, Orange Co., N. Y.Sixty-seven miles from New York. Located amid beautiful

scenery, surrounding hills, woods, lakes and valleys. The drives

are the best in the country. Good p'ckerel and bass fishing may

be had in the Wallkill River, and woodcock and quail shooting in»

the adjoining country.

OTISVILLE, Orange Co., N. Y.

Seventy-six from New York. A quiet farming neighorhood inthe midst of dairies 1,200 feet above tidewater, and on the Shawan-

gunk Range. It has a magnificent outlook in all directions. Goodwoodcock shooting in season.

PORT JERVIS, Orange Co., N. Y.Eighty-seven miles from New York. This is the terminus of

the Eastern and Delaware Division of the Erie, and the Station

for Milford, Dingman's Ferry and all the lower Delaware Valley

Resorts. It is beautifully situated on the Delaware and Neversink,



Rivers in the midst of grand and beautiful scenery. The famous

bass and pickerel lakes and hunting grounds of Pike County, Pa.,

are reached from this point. The drives are unsurpassed.

In the Lower Delaware Valley.MILFORD, Pike Co., N. Y.

A splendid drive of seven miles from Port Jervis, and situated

on a high bluff overlooking the Delaware River, andsurrounded

by mountains. It is the centre of a celebrated trout,bass and

pickerel fishing, and deer, bear, partridge and woodcock region.

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There are no less than a hundied waterfalls in the vicinity from

20 to 100 feet in height, and set in the midst of the wildest sur-

roundings. The health giving qualities of the climate at this point

are unexceled.

DINGMAN'S FERRY, Pike Co., N. Y.

Fifteen miles, by stage, from Port Jervis through a region of

wondrous beauty. This resort is in a part of the Delaware Val-

ley, the character of whose surroundings have given it the name of

the " Switzerland of America." It is a region of cataracts, moun-

tains, glens, gorges and wonderful lakes. The mountain drives

are equal to any in the country. The streams and lakes afford the

best of trout, bass and pickerel fishing.

For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Rook.


Among the Sullivan and UlsterMountains.

MONTICELLO, Sullivan Co., N. Y.

One hundred and twelve miles from New York, and the mostromantic scenery in the State. Sur-

rounded by lakes, trout streams and gamepreserves. Every variety of game can befound, deer, bear, foxes, partridges, quail,

woodcock, English snipe, duck and wild

pigeons in season. The drives in thisvicinity are unsurpassed for beauty and

grandeur of scenery, and malaria or fever

are entirely unknown.

WHITE LAKE, Sullivan Co., N. Y.Nine miles from Monticello by stage,

which connect with every tram. Th's is

the largest of the many lakes in Sullivan County, and stands 1,500feet above tidewater, surrounded by the finest of mountain scenery.

This has, for many years, been a famous Resort for sportsmen andtheir families. The lake derives its name from the whiteness ofthe sand on the shores and bottom, and the beautiful transparencyof its waters. The boating, fishing, hunting and driving is unsur-passed.

LAKES MOHONK AND WINNEWASKA.Situated amid the high and rugged peaks of the Shawangunk

Mountains, in Ulster County, N. Y., where only a few years sincethe foot of man had seldom trod. They are reached via ErieRailway to Goshen, thence via Montgomery Branch and WallkillValley Branch to New Paltz, thence by stage or caarriage. Fromthis locality commanding views may be had of a greater part ofthe Eastern and Middle States. The drives are of a most enjoya-ble character. The bass and pickerel fishing is good.



Among the Dela^wrare Highlands.

SHOLOLA, Pike Co., N. Y.

One hundred and

seven miles from

New York, on thebanks of the Dela-

ware 1,000 feetabove the sea. The

finest of hunting

and fishing may beenjoyed, amid the

grandest of moun-

tain scenery. The

Falls of Shohola

are among the at-

tractions, and its

trout streams and

lakes, and drives afford all the pleasures the heart could wish

for.

LACKAWAXEN, Pike Co., N. Y.

One hundred and eleven miles from New York. Beautifullysituated on the Delaware and Lakawaxen Rivers, in Northern

Pennsylvania, amid the wildest hunting and fishing region of Pike

County. It is surrounded by mountains, forests, lakes and

streams. Nomosquitos or malaria can be found in this region.

NARROWSBURG, Sullivan Co., N. Y.

One hundred and twenty-three miles from New York. Situatedin a. romantic locality on the banks of the Delaware river. Numer-

ous trout streams are in the vicinity, and deer hunting may be en-joyed in the surrounding ridges.

For Boarding Piaoes, see Back Part of Book.


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COSHECTON, Sullivan Co., N. Y.

One hundred and twenty-nine

nniles irom New York. A quiet

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WOODBURY, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty-one miles fro:Ti New York, in a quiet farming neighborhood,

amid mountam scenery, and contiguous to all the attractions of theregion.

MOUNTAINVILLE, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty-five miles fr^m New York, in a

wild, deep gorge of the mountains, 1,500

feet above the plain. The views fromthis spot are grand.

CORNWALL, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty-six miles from New York. The

fame of this Resort is world-wide, no less

than 5,000 people annually Summer inthis district. The town is built on ahigh elevation oveilooking the river;

hotels are built on the very crest of the

hills;others overlook some yawning gorge or are almost hidden

behind forest trees. The drives are unsurpassed, and the viewsof mountains, glens, streams, lakes and valleys, render it one ofthe most popular Resorts in the country. Cornwall can also bereached by the steamer Mary Powell.

NEWBTJRGH, Orange Co., N. Y.Sixty-three miles from New York. Situated on Newburgh Bay.

Among the features of this place are good drives and attractiveviews.

On the Kewburgh Brancli.

WASHINGTONVILLE, Orange Co., N. Y.

. Sixty-one miles from New York. Situated in a farming region,amid the celebrated dairies of Orange County. Good drives are

among the attractions.

SALISBURY, Orange Co., N. Y.

Sixty-three and one-half miles from New York, in a pleasantand delightful farming region, affording unsurpassed views and

good drives.



The jLackawaxen Yalley.

ROWLANDS, Pike Co., Pa.One hundred and fifteen miles from 'New York. Located on the

Lickawaxen River, in a fine hunting region and amid lakes andnumerous trout streams.

MILLVILLE, Pike Co., Pa.

One hundred and nineteen miles from New York. A romanticspot in the mountains on the banks ot the Lackavvaxen River and

Blooming Grove Creek. The trout streams ard lakes in thevicinity afford good fishing, and the surroundmg country presentsmany attractions to the hunter.

HAWLEY, Wayne Co., Pa.

One hundred and twenty-five milesfrom New York, in the Pike Countygame and fish region, and amid thegrandest of mountam scenery. Gooddrives and fishing can always be en-

joyed in this attractive section.

HONESDALE, Wayne Co., Pa.One hundred and thirty-five miles

from New York. This is said to beone of the handsomest villag

Highlands of Central New York. 27

Highlands of Central New York.

ON THE LINE OF THE

NEW YORK, ONTARIO AND WESTERN RAILROAD.

Reached via the New York, Lake Erie and Western Rail-

Tvay, or the New Jersey Midland Railway. Direct connections

made at Middletown. Through trains run direct from New

York without change of cars at Middle-

__ -^F- town. This region is unsurpassed in

beauty and variety of landscape, with

its mountain summits rising above 3,000

feet, and its narrow, but exquisitely

lovely valleys, its numberless streams

and waterfalls, its gem-like lakes, its

rugged and gloomy hillsides, with their

wealth of pines and hemlocks, its abund-

ant game to attract the sportsmen, and

its quiet nooks. so grateful in the rest they offer to the weary

brain, are now being appreciated by Summer Tourists.

The high elevation of this road, rising with the hills to nearly

2,000 feet above the sea, is a characteristic which especially com-

mends it to Summer Tourists, for the bracing and health-im-

parting breezes which, even in the hottest days of Summer,

sweep over the hills,

BLOOMINGBURGH, SuUivan Co., N. Y.

Seventy-seven and a half miles from New York, with an elevation

of 757 feet. It has a magnificentlandscape of mountain, forest,

lake and stream. The hunting and fishing are excellent.Several

good lakes and trout streams are in the vicinity. NearBloommg-

burgh the railroad enters a tunnel 3,800 feet inlength, which

penetrates the Shawanqunk Mountains.


28 Highlands of Central New York.

WURTSBORO, Sullivan Co., N. Y.

Seventy-nine miles from New York and 12 miles from Middle-town. A neat and attractive village abounding with brooks andstreams and beautiful lakes well stocked with trout, pickerel and

black bass. The elevation is 720 feet, and command, beautiful

views of the surrounding valley.

HOMOWACK, Ulster Co., N. Y.Eighty-six miles New York and 19 miles from Middletown.

This delightful village is located on the Delaware and Hudson

Canal. The elevation is 4CX) feet, and is at the junction of two

pleasant valleys.

ELLENVILLE, Ulster Co., N. Y.

This is one of the most beautiful towns in the State and sur-

rounded with many attractive points for sightseers. Among whichmay be mentioned the Hook Falls, the Minnewaski Falls and IceCave where the ice has been preserved for years. The elevation

is 34c feet above the sea, and has many interesting drives.

WAWARSING, Ulster Co., N. Y.Seven miles from EUenville Station on the Ontario and Western

Railway. Elevation, high. Good trout fishing and hunting inthe vicinity, and perfectly healthy.

FALLSBURGH, Sullivan Co., N. Y.

Emerging from a tunnel of 620 feet

through the mountains this beautiful vil-lage greets the eye. The elevation is

1,234 feet above the sea. It is here that

the scenery of the beautiful Valley of the

Neversink reaches its greatest grandeur.

Pleasant lake, a beautiful sheet of water

is conveniently reached from this point.

The drives are unsurpassed.

NEVERSINK, Sullivan Co., N. Y.

Ten miles from Fallsburgh Station amid wild and rugged scenery,

Good fishing and hunting in the vicinity.


Highlands of Central New York. 29

HURLEY, Ulster Co., N. Y.Located one hundred miles from New York, and has an eleva-

tion of 1,320 feet. The fishing and hunting- facilities at this pointare unsurpassed anywhere in the State, and good drives and at-tractive scenery are to be met with at every turn.

LIBERTY FALLS, Sullivan Co.Located one hundred and six miles from New York, and 1,442

feet above the sea. At this point the railroad crosses the valleyof the East branch of the Mougaup River, on a trestle 100 feethigh and 1,100 feet long. The scenery is wildly magnificent andaffords mkny sports for the huntsman and fisherman. Eightmiles south of Liberty Falls is the beautiful little village of

White Lake.

LIBERTY, Sullivan Co., N. Y.

Located one hundred and eight miles and 1,578 feet above thesea, yet in a valley surrounded by the towering summits of theBlue Mountains, which rise a thousand feet above the village

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The scenery is remarkable for its beauty and the country aroundis the paradise of the amateur fisherman and sportsman. Severalfine lakes and streams are in the vicinity, and the drives areexeellent.

COOK'S FALLS, Delaware Co., N. Y.One hundred and thirty miles from New York. Elevation 1,184

feet. The Post Oflice address for this point is Butternut Grove.This is a most delightful Resort for sportsmen.

EAST BRANCH, Delaware Co., N. Y.A well-known lumber station convenient to Beaverkill, and the

East Branch of the Delaware River.


3^ Highlands of Central New York.

WALTON, Delaware Co., N. Y.One hundred and sixty-eight miles from New York, and 1,220

feet above the sea. The lofty range which forms the water shedbetween the Delaware and Susquehanna Rivers rise on the north-

west of the village, and at the north and northeast the western

spurs of the Catskills reach an altitude of 300 feet. Beautiful

scenery is on ever} hand and good fishing and hunting are amongthe many attractions.

DELHI, Delaware Co., N. Y.

Located one hundred and eighty-five

miles from New York, and 1,453 ^^^^above the sea. The west branch of theDelaware passes to the west of the

village. Surrounded on all sides by

spurs of the Catskill Mountains, which

loose themselves in most romantic val-

leys. One may drive in any direction

and have at every step a shifting panorama of the wildest

scenery.

MEREDITH, Delaware Co., N. Y.

. Located six and one-half miles north from Delhi, at an eleva-

tion of 2,143 feet, amid wild and rugged surroundings.

Catskill Mountains. 31

Catskill Mountains.

And How Reached.

\ \ ; / / / The world wide reputation of the Cat-skill Mountains are too well known to

require detail mention here. The lovers ofnature may find among their numerous peaks,scenery of the grandest character. TheyV'ave been celebrated in song and story.

Irving's character of " Rip Van Winkle," hasmade the mountain region where he lived

and slept, familiar to the English speaking

world. The group of summits known under

this name and of which we will treat, He

within the Counties of Green, Ulster and

Delaware.

The mountains may be approached and

entered from Catskill Landing, a point on

the Hudson, reached %^ia steamers from

New York, or Hudson River Railway toCatskill Station, and thence across the river

by ferry. Omnibuses run from the Landing

to the village, which is a half mile inland,

/ -^^^No _ and a regular line of stages run to the

/ ij t^/'^V^-i^ Mountain House (distance, twelve miles).' " "^ The hotels and some of the larger boarding-

houses have stages or carriages which run

daily to and from them, and the landing and

village. A railroad known as the CatskillMountain Railroad now runs from Catskill

Village to Palenville at the foot of the moun-

tains. Passengers for the Mountain, Kaater-

skill and Laurel Houses take this railroad

at the Landing.


32 Catskill Mountains.

The mountains may also be entered from Rondout—thefirst landing on the river for divergence among these moun-

tains. Here is the terminus of the Ulster and Delaware

Railway, which follows up the valley and penetrates the

southern and western portion of the mountains. There are

some marvelously grand and beautiful views along this line.

In the first nine miles traversed by this road the track rises

530 feet above the river, which brings the traveler to

WEST HURLEY, Ulster Co., N. Y.This is the point of departure for the Overlook Mountain. The

scenery is magnificent from around this section.

WOODSTOCK, Ulster Co., N. Y.Five miles from West Hurley Station. Straight up in the moun-

tains, magnificent view of the surrounding country can be had. In

every direction that the eye may turn an endless variety of moun-

f^^0

tain views greet the sight, and may be extended to seven differentStates. This is one of the fiighest peaks in the range—elevation3000 feet. The next station on the road is

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OLIVE BRANCH, Ulster Co., N. Y.Which is 12 miles from Readout, and has an elevation of 511

feet. This has become a popular resort. Fishing and hunting

may be enjoyed.

BRODHEAD'S BRIDGE, Ulster Co., N. Y.Seventeen miles from Rondout and close by the well-known

" Bishop Falls.'' The elevation at this point is 500 feet above theriver. Many interesting and attractive views may be had fromthis point.

For Boarding Plares, see Back Part of Book.


OLIVE BRIDGE, Ulster Co., N. Y.

Two miles from Brodhead's Bridge Station, amid the most beauti-ful scenery.

BROWN'S STATION, Ulster Co., N. Y.Fifteen miles from Rondout. Pleasantly located with an ele-

vation of 525 feet.

SHOKAN, Ulster Co., N. Y.Eighteen miles from Rondout with an elevation, above tide

water, of 533 feet. This place is delightfully situated at a moun-tain gateway through which rushes the rapids of the Esopus. Afine view is presented to the westward from this point of " High

Point Mountain" 3100 feet high; also, Mt. Wittenberg and Mt.Cornell, these peaks with others form a crescent. These peaks

are about four miles distant, the walks to the summit of which

is a favorite one with mountain climbers. You leave the cars atShokan for

WEST SHOKAN, Ulster Co., N. Y.One and a half miles from Shokan Station. This has become a

pleasant Summer Retreat amid the most delightful mountainscenery.

BOICEVILLE, Ulster Co., N. Y.

Twenty-one miles from Rondout. Elevation, 615 feet.

MT. PLEASANT, Ulster Co., N. Y.

Twenty-four miles from Rondout, with an elevation of 700 feet

above tide-water. This is the

opening of the Shandaken Valley-

the whole length of which affords

a wondrous and continued change

of view, smiling valleys and tower-

ing mountains are ever before the

eye. From this station stages aretaken for The Corner and Lake

Hill.-

THE CORNER, Ulster Co., N. Y.

One mile and a half from Mt. Pleasant Station. This place is

delightfully located, and has became a popular Summer Retreat.



LAKE HILL, Ulster Co., N. Y.Four miles from Mt. Pleasant Station by stage. A high and

pleasant location, and in a good fishiug and hunting region.

PHOENICIA, Ulster Co., N. Y.* Twenty-seven miles from Rondout. Elvation 798 feet above

tide-water, This is a well-known and popular resort, and is also apoint for departure farther up in the mountains through Stony

Clove, a remarkable ravine where it is said snow and ice can befound the year around. Pncenicia is just one mile from the en-

trance to the Woodland Valley, which is the easiest w^ay to ascendthe Wittenberg and Mt. Cornell.

HUNTER, Greene Co., N. Y.Fourteen miles from Phoenicia on the Stony Clove Railway.

Located amid wild mountain scenery where good gunning and

fishing can always be met with. Take stage from this station forTannersville, Hensonville, Union and Windham.

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TANNERSVILLE, Greene Co., N. Y.

Three miles from Hunter Station on

the Stony Clove Railway. The eleva-tion is 2000 feet above tide-water.

The country is grandly beautiful

affording some of the finest views to

be met with in this mountain region.

^}. The roads in all directions are good,

j^rM^ and a drive to Catskill Village, a dis-

1^3^ ance of 15 miles, is far from beingunenjoyable.

WINDHAM, Greene Co., N. Y.Eight miles from Hunter Station, on

the Stony Clove Railway, and twenty-

five miles from Catskill. This well-known and popular resort

is situated amid unsurpassed mountain scenery and is con-

sidered one ot the prettiest villages in the whole Catskill region.

The drives are unsurpassed, the roads are broad and lined oneither side by shady maples.



EAST WINDHAM, Greene Co., N. Y.

Ten miles from Hunter Station, on the Stony Clove Railway,

and on the summit of vVindham Mountain. The elevation at

this point is 3,000 feet, and fine views of the Adirondacks, Green

and White Mountains, may be enjoyed on any fine day. The

drives are of the best character. And these, with the many other

attractions, have made this a popular Summer Resort.

FOX HOLLOW, Ulster Co., N. Y.

Thirty-two miles from Rondout, and having an elevationof

1,000 feet. This region affords many attractions for Summer

visitors, among which maybe mentioned good climate, fine drives,

fishing and hunting.

SHANDAKEN, Ulster Co., N. Y.Thirty-three miles from Ron-

dout. Elevation 1060 feet above

the Hudson River, and beauti-

fully situated in the center of

the Shandaken Valley. Here

passengers for West Kill, Lex-

^ ' ;'/^ -^ \ >^-ington and Jewett Heights

JK^W^^i ilif^^ ^^^^'^ ^^^ ^^^^' ^^^ ^^^^ stagesV/x .-'^^^^ A mI'I^lKA for their destination, and pass

through the Deep Hollow, ia

whose notches ice can be found

in midsummer.

WESTKILL, Greene Co., N. Y.

Seven miles from Shandaken Station and 1,200 feet above the

river. Many attractions may be found here for Summer visitors.

LEXINGTON, Greene Co., N. Y.

Ten miles from Shandaken Station, with an elevation of 1,600

feet above the sea, and situated at the base of VlyMountain, one

of the highest peaks in the Catskill region. A ride to this delight-

ful spot through the Deep Hollow Notch, whoseperpendicular

sides are almost 1,000 feet high, will fully repay thetourist for his

time. The scenery here approaches most perfect grandeur. Good

walks and drives are among the attractions.

For Boarding Piaces, see Back Part of Book.


BIG INDIAN, Ulster Co., N. Y.

Thirty-six miles from New York, with an elevation of 1,202 feetabove the river. At this point a bridge crosses the Esopus, from

which a fine view may be obtained of the Big Indian Valley. Thisstation is the nearest to Slide Mountain. The views from this

mountain cannot be surpassed anywhere in the Catskill region.

PINE HILL, Ulster Co., N. Y.

Thirty-nine miles from Rondout. The railroad at this point is

1,660 feet above the sea. This spot has become very popular as a

Summer Resort, possessing, as it does, so many attractionsfor visitors.

SUMMIT, Ulster Co., N. Y.

Forty-one miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,886 feet above the

river^ This is the highest point on the railroad between Rondout

and Stamford.

GRIFFIN'S CORNERS, Delaware Co., N. Y.

Forty-four miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,516 feet. Hundreds

of Summer boarders are yearly drawn to this delightful placewhich offers many and varied attractions.

ARKVILLE, Delaware Co., N. Y.Forty-eight miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,344 feet. This

place has become very popular to Summer Tourists. Margarett-ville is one mile distant at the base of the Pakataghkan Mountain,

which rises to an elevation of 3,000 feet. The carriage road at thispoint crosses the East branch of the Delaware River, and the rail-

road changes its course, following along ihe banks of the river.



ROXBURY, Delaware Co., N. Y.Fifty-nine miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,497 feet. This vil-

lage is pleasantly laid out on a level plain.

GRAND GORGE, Delaware Co., N". Y.Sixty-five miles from Rondout. Elevation 1,570 feet. Parties

for Gilboa, Prattsville and Ashland will take stage from thispoint to their destination. The views from this locality are trulymagnificent, and many points of interest may be found to attractthe Summer Tourist.

GILBOA, Schoharie Co., N. Y.

Three miles from Grand Gorge

Z Station and "high up" in themountains, amid the 'most attrac-tive scenery.

PRATTSVILLE, Green Co.,N. Y.Six miles from Grand Gorge

Station with an elevation of 1,700feet. Good hunting and fishingmay be enjoyed in this delightfulregion.

S. GILBOA, Schoharie Co., N. Y.Seventy-one miles from Rondout

with an elevation of 1,845 f^^t.

Many Summer tourists patronize this delightful village during theheated months of Summer.

STAMFORD, Delaware Co., N. Y.

Seventy-four miles from Rondout. At this point the Ulster andDelaware Railroad terminates. It is located on the East branch

of the Delaware River at an elevation of 1,767 feet above the tide-

water. Stamford is largely patronized by Summer boarders whofind in the surrounding mountains and valleys many attractions.

HOBART, Delaware Co., N. Y.Four miles from Stamford Station, and delightfully situated on

the east bank of the Delaware River.


PALENVILLE.

Ten miles from Cats-kills Village and sit-

uated at the entrance of

the celebrated Kaater-

skill Clove. The viewsfrom this point of moun-tains, valleys and ravines

are unsurpassed for

beauty anywhere in the

Catskill Mountains.

Long Island.

All places on this delightful Island are reached via Long

Island Railroad, and in locating them to our readers we will

first go over the

MONTAUK, OR SOUTHERN DIVISION.

There is a no more delightful, salubrious or generally attrac-

tive spot within a hundred miles of New York than along thissection of the Long Island Railroad. Here you have all the

advantages of forest, upland and open

meadow, combined with the fresh salt

air and cooling breezes from the bay

and ocean. There are no better fish-

ing grounds on the Atlantic Coast, or

safer boats, anywhere to be found,

than abounds in the Great South Bay,

its waters are well sheltered, and the

hundreds of boats which adorn its sur-

face afford unrivaled amusement for

those in search of aquatic sports. The

blue fishing, in season, is unrivaled, and in the early fall

great flocks of ducks and geese, fill with joy the hearts of

sportsmen. During the Summer, snipe may be found in abund-

ance along the entire coast.

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, Queens Co.

Nineteen and one-half miles from Long Island City. It is pleas-

antly located for Summer boarding. In the vicinity are two small

lakes, which afford many pleasures.

BALDWINS, aueens Co." Twent3'-one and a half miles from Long Island City. Pleasantly

Icated amid woods and lakes and streams, which latter at almost

every step come to view. The trout fishing in these waters is

good. Pleasant walks and drives are among the attractions.

For Boarding PlaoeM, see Back Part of Book.

Long Island. 41

SOUTH OYSTER BAY, aueens Co.Twenty-eight and three-quarter miles from Long Island City.

A well-known resort during the heated term, and a favorite spotfor sportsmen during the rest of the year. Stillwater fishing,

boating and bathing is near at hand, and across the bay, a distance

of four miles, surt bathing may be enjoyed.

AMITYVILLE, Suffolk Co.

Thirty-one and three-quarter miles from Long Island City, and

conveniently located on Great South Bay, where good boating,

bathing and fishing may be enjoyed. The drives and rambles are

attractive, and the climate is considered healthy.

BABYLON, Suffolk Co.

Thirty-seven miles from Long Island City. This well-known

and popular resort is located directly on Great South Bay. Here

are combined all the attractions of the Island with pure and brac-

ing air at all times. The drives, in all directions, are unexceled.

The fishing in this vicinitv is the best to be found on the Island,

and its accessibility to Fire Island Beach, which is quickly reached

by a small steamer, adds materially to the many enioyments.


FIRE ISLAND, Suffolk Co.

Nine miles from Babylon, across Great South Bay. This has

become one of the most popular resorts on the Island, and justly

claims to be ranked among the celetrated watering places on the

Atlantic Coast.

BAY SHORE, Suffolk Co.Forty-one and one-quarter miles from Long Island City. This

delightful village is pleasantly situated on Great South Bay, and

• offers good drives, and fine boating, bathing and fishing. This,

like most places on the South-side of the Island, is justly celebrated

for its salubrious air and pure climate.

ISLIP, Suffolk Co.

Forty-three and one-half miles from Long Island City. Certainly

no place on the Island is more beautiful than this attractive village.

The drives are delightful, and the facilities for boating, bathing

and fishing are of the very best order, and the fowl shooting along

its shores renders it a perfect paradise for sportsmen.

SAYVILLE, Suffolk Co.

Fifty and one-quarter miles from Long Island City. A pleasantvillage near the bay. Good boating, bathing and fishing may be

enjoyed from this point, and Fire Island Beach, which is directly

opposite, may be reached by boat in 30 minutes.

BAYPORT, Suffolk Co.

Fifty-two miles from Long

Island City. Bayport is de-

lighttuUy situated on Great ^South Bay, where all the en-

'C.^.c^sr'Nlf^ ~^-^>^>

joyments of salt water may -r^^ '^^p ^^'^ ^—-?be realized. The drives in the

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PATCHOGUE, Suffolk Co.Fifty-four and one-quarter miles from Long Island City. A

more favored spot for Summer vacation could scarcely be found.It is situated on Great South Bay, and within its limits are twopretty fresh water lakes, where boating and fishing may be enjoyedby those preferring fresh water to salt. The facilities in the bayin this respect are also excellent. Stages charging five cents fare

convey visitors all over the place.

BELLPORT, Suffolk Co.Fifty-eight and one-quarter miles from Long Island City. A

pretty village abounding with every attraction for Summer boarders,and located directly on the bay. The site- is one of the most ad-vantageous on the shore, and is mostly situated on a bluff, over-

looking Great South Bay, which at this point is barely three miles

wide. The views are unexceled, and the usual facilities for boat-ing, bathing and fishing are offered.

MORICHES STATION, Suffolk Co-Sixty-seven and one-quarter

miles from Long Island City.This is the railroad station for

both Centre Moriches and

East Moriches, both villages

being grouped together and

convenient to the shore. The

I, J ,3-x\ ^scenery and drives in the

lllM-ia il 1 1 C^'?'^*'^^'^ neighborhood are all that could

be desired, while facilities for

boating and bathing may behad almost at the very door. Asmall fleet of sail boats con-

nect with the different bathing

points on Great South Beach,

where the best of surf bathing

may be enjoyed.

SPEONK, Suffolk Co.Seventy-three miles from Long Island City. This village is in

the midst of a fine farming district, and affords good roads for

driving which are skirted on all sides by groves of oak and other

timber. The bay at this point is one mile wide.


WESTHAMPTON, Suifolk Co.Seventy-five and three-quarter miles from Long Island City.

This delightful spot, the home of the late Governor John A. Dix,

is the first place East of Rockaway where one can drive to the

ocean. Its popularity as a Summer Resort is fast increasing. And

its proximity to the bay and ocean renders it a favorite spot for

those seeking a residence close to the sea.

aUOGUE, Suffolk Co.Seventy-eight miles trom Long Island City. An old and com-

paratively well-known watering place not far from the ocean, and

situated on a peninsula extending to the ocean, directly between

Quantuc and Shinnecock Bays. As a watering place it is justlycelebrated. The surf bathing, boating, fishing and fowl shooting isunsurpassed. The air along this point is unrivaled in its healthgiving qualities,

ATLANTICVILLE, Suffolk Co.Seventy-eight and one-quarter miles from Long Island City.

Situated directly on Shinnecock Bay, and two miles from theocean. Good boating, bathing and fishing may be enjoyed inthe waters of the bay, and on the ocean beach. The surf bathingis unexceled.

GOOD GROUND, Suffolk Co.Eighty-three and one-quarter miles from Long Island City. A

small unpretending village, the inhabitants of which give a greatportion of their time to the cultivation of strawberries and otherfruits.


Long Island. 45

PONDaTJOaUE, Suffolk Co.

Two miles from Good Ground Station, and situated on Shinne-cock Bay, where gunning, boating, bathing and fishing may be en-joyed to any extent. In the season duck shooting is a specialty.

The well-known " Quogue Light " is located at this point, andstands 1 50 feet above the level of the sea. There is a no more attrac-

tive spot on the Island than around this pleasant spot.

SOUTHAMPTON, Suffolk Co.

Ninety-one and three-quarter miles from Long Island City. Thiswell-known and popular resort is delightfully located by the ccean,

and affords every variety of pleas-

ure usually found at the sea-side.

The air is pure and bracing, andthe surf bathing is unexceled any-

where along the Atlantic Coast.

The fresh water lakes in the vicin-

ity abound with perch and pick-

erel.

WATERMILL, Suffolk Co.Ninety-three and a half miles

from Long Island City. Water-

ville is pleasantly and conveniently

located near the ccean, and a vil-

lage of considerable importance as

a seaside resort. Its fresh water

lake and Mecox Bay are beautiful

sheets of water which afford every

variety of aquatic and piscatorial amusement. The surf bathing

cannot be surpassed, and the climate is pure and bracing.

BRIDGEHAMPTON, Suffolk Co.

Ninety-six miles from Long Island City. This is one of the most

popular resorts on the East end of the Island, and well deserves its

fame. It is located near the ocean beach, and in the immediate

vicinity is a beautiful fresh water lake. Every amusement can

here be met with, both on land and water.


46 Long Island.

EASTHAMPTON, Suffolk Co.

One hundred and seven miles from Long Island City, and reached

by stage, connecting with all trains from either Bridgehampton, or

Sag Harbor. This is a beautiful and justly celebrated sea-side re-

sort. It is situated close to and directly facing the ocean. The

main part of the village is built upon a single street, a mile and a

half in length, and very broad. The climate is of the healthiest

and most invigorating ^character, and the surf bathing is unsur-

passed.

SAG HARBOR, Suffolk Co.

One hundred and three-quarter miles from Long Island City,and the present terminus of the Long Island Railway. It is a very

old town, and was for many years the headquarters for a large

whale fishing interest. It has a good harbor and communication by

land and water with New York and numerous points along theNew England coast. Good facilities are offered for boating, bath-ing and fishing.


Long Island. 47

AMAGANSET, Suffolk Co.

One hundred and ten miles from Long Island City, and reachedby stage from Bridgehampton, or Sag Harbor. This pretty vil-

lage is located close to the ocean, and affords most excellent surf

bathing. The Stillwater boating and fishing are among the manyattractions here to be met with, and is considered one of the

healthiest and most invigorating places on the Island.

Tlie Rockaway Branch.

WOODSBTJRGH, Queens Co.

Eighteen and three-quarter miles from Long Island City. This

pleasant village is one of the most attractive, in point ot conven-

ience, on the Island, and within easy reach. Fine bathing may beenjoyed, also good boating and fish ng.

FAR ROCKAWAY, Queens Co.

Twenty-one and three-quarter miles from Long Island City. It is

delightfully situated and has many peculiar and natural advantages,and is justly celebrated as one

of the most popular watering

^ places in America. It lies al-

most directly on the Atlantic

Ocean, and is separated there-

from only by a narrow strip of

Stillwater, which is readily

crossed by boats in two

minutes to the surf. The still-

water bathing in this inlet is

unexceled, as is the yachting

and boating. Goo*d diivcs and invigorating air can always be

enjoyed.


48 Long Island.

Central, or Main Liine.Along this delightful stretch from the head of Peconic Bay,

one never tires for lack of amusement. The bathing is un-rivaled, as are also the drives on the main land. The fishingis excellent, and in the Fall it is a perfect paradise for sports-

men. A beautiful bay, almost at your very door, with thefinest and safest boats in the world for the accommodation of

those who are fond of sailing, can be enjoyed to any extent.

RIVERHEAD, Suffolk Co.Seventy-three and three-fourths miles from Long- Island City.

Riverhead is the county seat of Suffolk County, and is a town of

considerable importance. It is situated on Peconic River and

within a short distance of Peconic Bay.

FLANDERS, Suffolk Co.Pleasantly located at the head of Peconic Bay and only a few

minutes drive from Riverhead Station. Good, boating, bathing

and fishing may be enjoyed at this point.


Long Island. 49

JAMESPORT. Suifolk Co.Seventy-eight and three-fourths miles from Long Island City.

Jamesport is delightfully located on Peconic Bay, and is a well-known and popular resort. Its facilities for boating, fishing,bathing and gunning, are among the many attractions to be metwith. The drives are good and the climate pure.

MATTITUCK, Suffolk Co.Eighty-three miles from Long Island City, and conveniently

situated on Peconic Bay. The centre of the village lies at the headof Mattituck Creek, whose waters flow to the Sound. A freshwater lake is also in the vicinity, and every opportunity is afforded

sportsmen in pursuit of wild fowl, fish or clams.

CUTCHOGTJE, Suffolk Co.Eighty-five and three-

fourths miles from Long IslandCity. Situated in the midst

of a highly cultivated farming

district. The houses that takeSummer boarders are locatedabout a mile distant, at NewSuffolk, a quaint town on the

banks of Great Peconic Bay,

where most excellent boating,

bathing and fishing may beenjoyed.

PECONIC, Suffolk Co.

\LJl Eighty-eight and one-quarter

miles from Long Island City,'"'i^,, and situated on the banks of

''%i Peconic Bay. This is a rich

farming section amid wood groves.

SOUTHOLD, Suffolk Co.Ninety and one-half miles from Long Island City, and con-

veniently situated on Great Peconic Bay. The finest kind offishing can be had at this point, and the boating, bathing and

driving is excellent. This is one of the most favored resorts at this

end of the Island, and the drives are the best to be found.


50 Long Island.

GREENPORT, Suffolk Co.Ninety-four and three-fourths miles from Long Island City.

This well-known resort is built on the banks of the bay, and

located directly opposite Shelter Island, Every species of acquatic

sport can be indulged in, and the walks in the neighborhood are

pleasant and the drives excellent. The village is almost surrounded

by water, and affords many varied and attractive marine views.

SHELTER ISLAND, Suffolk Co.Located directly opposite Green-

port, with which it is connected

by a small ferry. Upon all sidesthe shores of the island are very-

irregular with bold and rugged

cliffs, and the whole of the sur-

face of the island presents the

most charming variety of hill and

dale, groves, bays and creeks.

The air is pure and bracing, and

the fishing unsurpassed anywhere

on Long Island.

ORIENT, Suffolk Co.Situated on the extreme end of the North-side of Long Island.

The scenery and marine views at this point are unsurpassed. The

location is on a peninsula and close to the water on all sides. It

is a great resort for sportsmen in search of aquatic sports. The

principal industry is fishing, and is considered the heaviest ship-

ping depot on the Island, sending from fifteen to fifty tons of iish

to New York every week.

Port Jefferson Branch.

OYSTER BAY, Queens Co.Is reached by stage from Syosset Station. Twenty-nine and a

quarter miles from Long Island City. The attraction of this cele-

brated watering place is its bay, which is sheltered on the North

and South by well wooded hills and rocky clifffs. The Sewan-

haka Yacht Club make this place their headquarters. Good boat-

ing, bathing and fishing may be indulged in.

For Boarding Places, see Back Part of Book,

Long Island. 51

COLD SPRING HARBOR.

Thirty-two miles from Long Island Ciiy to the station, and twomiles over pleasant road by stage to the Harbor. This place

offers many attractions to Summer visitors. Nestling at the footof a range of hills that extend far into the interior, the town is laid

out in terraces, sloping down to the water's edge.

HUNTINGTON, Suffolk Co.Thirty-five and a quarter miles from Long Island City. Beauti-

fully situated on a high elevation overlooking the harbor and sound.

The scenery at this point is unexceled, and the walks and drivesare of a most beautiful character.

GREENLAWN, Suffolk Co.Thirty-seven and three-

quarter miles fromLong Island City.A quiet little reireatamong the hills at thehead of Centreport Har-

bor, and justly celebrated

as a famous resort for

fishing, bathing and sail-

ing. One and a halfmiles from Greenlawn is

Centreport, which is vir-

tually a part and parcel

of Greenlawn.

NORTHPORT, Suffolk Co,Forty and a half miles from Long Island City. Delightfully

located on an incline, gently sloping to the harbor, and protected

by hills and well wooded timber. This picturesque spot is much

frequented by Summer boarders.

SMITHTOWN, Suffolk Co.Forty-seven and a half miles from Long Island City. This is

an old country village that offers many attractions to Summer visi-tors.

For Boarding Place.S; see Back Part of Book.

52 Long Island.

ST. JAMES, Suffolk Co.

Fifty and a half miles from Long Island City. This pleasantvillage is almost hidden among the hills at the head of Stony BrookHarbor. The surrounding country is picturesque and attractive,and the walks and drives afford many pleasures.

STONY BROOK, Suffolk Co.Fifty-three and three-quarter miles from Long Island* City.

Through the woods in this quaint old village are tall shapely trees,

'^^ " ''-~'^

Long Island. 53

PORT JEFFERSON, Suffolk Co.

Fifty-eight miles from Long Island City. This is the largest

ship-building port on the Island, and affords excellent facilities for

yachting, boating, bathing, etc. The walks and drives traverse a

section of country where the scenery is unsurpassed, and the health

giving qualities of the climate are among the many advantages

here to be met with.

Horth Side Division.

village

subur-

NEWTOWN, Queens Co.Five miles from Long Island City. An old-fashioned

amid surrounding woods, and affords many advantages for

ban homes.FLUSHING, Queens Co.

Seven and a half miles from

Long Island City. Flushing is

situated on the bay of that name,

and is built on a hill side, and

some three miles distant from the

Sound. The houses are mostlysurrounded by large old shade

trees, and the drives are as numer-

ous as they are beautiful. The

place is admirably supplied with

every necessity for public safety

and comfort.

COLLEGE POINT, Queens Co.

Nine and a half miles from Long Island City. This place is de-

lightfully located, facing Flushing Bay and Long Island Sound,

whose superb waters afford many and varied amusements. The

drives in the vicinity are among the best to be met with on the

Island.

WHITESTONE, Queens Co.

Eleven miles from Long Island City. Situated on the East

River, directly opposite Fort Schuyler. This place has become


54 Long Island.

very popular as a Summer Resort. Located as it is with a broadwater front, the lovers of piscatorial and aquatic sports can find

much to add to the pleasures of a Summer vacation.

BAYSIDE, Queens Co.Eleven miles from Long Island City. An attractive village

beautifully situated in the centre of a rich farming country and in

close proximity to Little Neck Bay.

GREAT NECK, Queens Co.Fourteen miles from Long

Island City. Beautifully situ-

ated amid rich foliage and

overhanging trees, on a prom-

ontory jutting out into the

Sound. The water front is

unexcelled, and every facility

is offered for boating, bathing

fishing, etc.

'^ij'Mti

The Glen Cove Branch.

ROSLYN, Queens Co.Twenty-two and three-fourths miles from Long Island City.

Beautifully situated in a valley at the head of Hempstead Harbor.

This charming locality commands many charming and picturesqueviews. Good drives are abundant, and the walks amid shady

groves are among the features of the place.

GLEN COVE, Queens Co.Twenty-seven and three-fourths miles from Long Island City.

This charming place is beautifully situated amid attractive sur-

roundings, and its proximity to the bay, and fresh water lakes, adds

bathing, boating and fishing to its many attractions.

LOCUST VALLEY, Queens Co.Twenty-nine and one-half miles from Long Island City, and one

and a quarter miles from Long Island Sound. The drives in the

vicinity are numerous and attractive and run along the bay shore,

or through shady woods and dells. Good fishing, boating and

bathing may be enjoyed.


The Hudson River. 55

The Hudson River.

The scenery up and along the Hudson is one of the mostbeautiful and attractive in the country and one of continuous

changes, with charming green fields and romantic forests, and

wooded hills on one side

and the towering precipices

of the Palisades on the other,

rising in many places 300feet, and stretching in a rug-

ged line along the river bank

for more than twenty miles,5=^^ and then the view suddenly

changes, for the eye rests

j:^-^— upon the rolling hills ofRockland County and a dis-

tant outUne of the Ramapo Mountains. Here the river extends

into the broad and beautiful Tappan Zee, which is nearly four

miles wide and ten miles long. Then the mighty stream sud-

denly contracts into a more narrow channel of only half a mile

in width and overhung by the bold and rugged crags of the

Dunderberg and Anthony's Nose. The next sixteen miles

the river winds amid the grandest views of nature, unsurpassed

by any scenery 'in the world. It is here the grand and rugged

peaks of the Highlands loom up in kaleidoscopic and towering

majesty. Above the Highlands, new scenes of beauty greet

the eye through precipitous openings in the high banks of the

river on either side, and so continue to appear until the lofty

range of the Catskill Mountains come in view.

LINES OF TRAVEL ON ALONG THE HUDSON.

Most all interesting points along this beautiful region may bereached by the HUDSON RIVER RAILROAD, which is thegateway to the Valley of the Hudson, Lake George and Lake

Champlain; the Mohawk Valley, the lake and hill country of


56 The Hudson River.

Central New York to Niagara Falls ; the St. Lawrence River fromthe Great Lakes to Quebec, the White Hills of New Hampshireand the Lakes of Maine.

STEAMBOAT LINES.

It is here the tourist has a chance to select from the finest

River Steamers in the world, and in his trip up the Hudson enjoys

a continually changing panorama of the most interesting scenery;

more impressive from the magnitude of its proportions, than from

the grandeur of its masses, and again from the rich and varied-

beauty of the river bank and the country sloping from the valley,

or pleasing by the quiet beauty of the towns and country seats

resting everywhere on the rolling hills.

THE DAY LINE OF STEAMERS,

This line of steamers leave Pier 39, North River, foot of Vestry

street, at 8:35 o'clock A.M., touching fifteen minutes later at 22d

street, and reaching Albany, its terminus, at 6 o'clock P.M. Theboats of this Hne -the " Albany" and " C. Vibbard," are among theswiftest boats in the world, and were built especially to meet the

requirements of Summer travel. And the traveler may enjoy onthese palatial steamers every comfort that may be found in hisown home. The Dining Saloons are on the main deck and mealsare served on the European Plan. The Day Line of Steamersmake landings at West Point, Newburgh, Poughkeepsie, Rhine-beck, Catsk'll and Hduson.

THE CITIZEN'S LINE OF STEAMERS.

This line leaves Pier 44, at the foot of Christopher street,

North River, daily, at 6 P.M., and reaches Troy at 6 A.M. Thepalatial steamers of this line are the *• City of Troy" and "Sara-toga," both of which are new, and supplied with every modernappliance for comfort and convenience. The state-rooms andberths are large and commodious, and effect an elegance of stylein furniture and appointments. This route affords every oppor-tunity for the tourist to view the Hudson by sunset and evening.

THE PEOPLE'S LINE.

Leaves Pier 41. North River, foot of Canal street, at 6 P.M.,

arriving in Albany at 6 a.m. in the morning. This line makes no



intermediate landings. Its steamers are the " Drew," " St. John,"

and "Dean Richmond." They are furnished with large and

commodious state-rooms. This popular route affords charming

sunset and moonlight views, and which are on a clear cool night

entrancingly beautiful.

THE " MARY POWELL."This well-known and popular steamer leaves New York, Pier

39, North River, daily, Sunday excepted, at 3:15 P.M., for Ron-

dout, and makes landings at Cozzen's, West Point, Cornwall,

Newburgh, New Hamburgh, Milton and Poughkeepsie. The"Mary Powell" is one of the swiftest steamers on the river and

has become a great favorite.

"BALDWIN" AND "CITY OF SPRINGFIELD."This popular evening route leaves Pier 34, North River, daily,

at 4 P.M., connecting at Rondout (its terminus), with trains of

the Ulster and Delaware Railway for the Catskill Mountains.

This Hne makes landings at Cranstons, Cornwall, Newburgh,

Marlborough, Milton, Poughkeepsie, West Point, Esopus and

Rondout.CATTSKILL-EVENING LINE.

This is also a favorite line for points up the tiver. Their

steamers are " Kaaterskill " and "Escort." Landings are at

Athens, Barrytown, Cold Spring, Highland Falls, West Point

and Catskill.SPUYTEN DUYVIL.

Twelve miles from New York. It is at this point that the main

line of the Hudson River Railroad strikes the shore of the river.

The country hereabouts has many natural and historical points of

interest.

ENGLEWOOD, Bergen Co., N. J.* Situated on the west side of the river, opposite Spuyten Duyvil,

and away up on the highest part of the Palisades. It is reached

by steamboat foot of Harrison street, the Northern Railroad of

New Jersey, or ferry from Inwood—a station of the Hudson RiverRailroad.

YONKERS, Westchester Co., N. Y.Seventeen miles from New York, on the East side of the river, a

charming suburban town, beautifully situated at the mouth of the

Neperah, or Saw-Mill River.


58 The Hudson River.

HASTINGS, Westchester Co., N. Y.

Twenty-one miles from New York, on the East side of theriver, and almost opposite the highest point of the Palisades. The

country in the vicinity affords excellent drives in all directions.

DOBBS' FERRY, Westchester, Co., N. Y.

Twenty-two miles from New York, on the East side of theriver. This place is rapidly growing and is situated along the

river slope at the mouth of the Wisquaqua Creek. Dobbs' Ferry

has many Revolutionary reminiscences.

PIERMONT, Rockland Co., N. Y.

Twenty-four miles from New York, on the West side of the river.At this point the Palisades terminate. Two miles back of Pier-mont is Tappan, where Major Andre was tried, condemned andexecuted.

IRVINGTON, Westchester Co., N. Y.

Twenty-four miles from New York, on the East side of theriver. This was the home of Washington Irving, in whose honorthe village was named. The river at this point is three mileswide.

TARRYTOWN, Westchester Co., N. Y.Twenty-nine milrs Irom New York, on the East side of the

river. This is one of the most favorite places on the river. Theelevation is high and commands beautiful views of the TappanZee, which is here almost at its widest. A short distance north ofthe town is the quiet little valley of Sleepy Hollow.

NYACK, Rockland Co., N. Y.Twenty-seven miles from New York, on the West side of the

river, and nearly opposite Tarrytown, with which it is connected

by ferry. It is a beautiful town lying at the foot of a high range

of hills. Many delightful walks and drives may be enjoyed atthis popular Summer Resort.

SING SING, Westchester Co., N. Y.

Thirty-two miles from New York, on the East bank of the Hud-son. Situated on a high hill projecting into the river. Sing Sing

is generally known as the site of the State Prison.

* or Boarding Places, see Hack Part of Book. .


HAVERSTRAW, Rockland Co., N. Y.Thirty-six miles from New York, on the West bank of the Hud-

son, built on a high bank and commanding splendid views. For

a few miles below Haverstraw the summits of the Highlands are

distinctly in sight, and near by is the celebrated " Dunderberg,"

nearly 1,000 feet in heihtg.

PEEKSKILL, Westchester Co., N. Y.

Forty-three miles from New York, on the East side of the River.

It is situated on a high elevation at the mouth of Annsville Creek,

and affords many romantic scenes. The village is a pleasant one

and within easy reach of all the interesting parts of the Highlands.

A little above this point is the celebrated " Anthony's Nose," whichstands over 1,200 feet high.

WEST POINT, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty-one miles from New York, on the West bank of the

Hudson. This is one of the most charming Resorts and popular

places on the river. And is the seat of the famous Government

Military School. The drives, rambles and views cannot be sur-

passed, and with the many social advantages it has been made the

most elegant and delightful Summer Resort on the River.

GARRISON'S, Putnam Co., N. Y.

Fifty miles from New York, on the East side of the Hudson,

and opposite West Point. The scenery at this point is of the

grandest character, and in the Jorest near Garrison's are the cele-

brated Glen Falls. Good drives are always to be enjoyed.

COLD SPRINGS, Putnam Co., N. Y.

Fifty-four miles fiom New York, on the East bank of the Hud-son, and almost at the base of " Mt. Taurus," a mountain 1,586

feet in height, just above this elevation and separated from it

by a valley is " Breakneck Hill " 1,187 feet high.

CORNWALL LANDING, Orange Co., N. Y.Fifty-six miles from New York, on the West bank of the Hud-

son. This picturesque and attractive place has become one of

the chief Summer Resorts on the River. (See Erie Railway.)


6o The Hudson River.

FISHKILL LANDING, Dutchess Co., N. Y.Sixty miles from New York, on iha East bank of the River.

A small, but pretty village, surrounded by fine scenery and lay-ing in the lap of a fertile plain which reaches back to the base

of a bold mountain range.

NEWBURGH, Orange Co., N. Y.Sixty miles from New York, on the West bank of the Hud-

son, and built on a precipitous hill rising from the water's edge

to an elevation of 300 feet. (See Erie Railway).

NEW HAMBURG, Dutchess Co., N. Y.Sixty-six miles from New York, on the East side of the river

at the mouth of " Wappinger's Creek " which falls into the Hud-

son on the East side. Wappinger's Falls is on Wappinger's

Creek, 2 miles from New Hamburgh Village.

MARLBOROUGH, Ulster Co., N. Y.Sixty-six miles from New York, on the West side of the river,

A pleasant and attractive village for Summer boarders, directlyback of which are the Shawangunk Mountains. The drives in the

vicinity are good.

POUGHKEEPSIE, Dutchess Co., N. Y.Seventy-five miles from New York, on the East side of the river.

This is the largest city between New York and Albany, and isbuilt on an elevated plain nearly 300 feet above the river, and

backed by high hills.

HYDE PARK, Dutchess Co., N. Y.Eighty miles from New York, on the East side of the Hudson,,

built on a high terrace about one-half mile back from the river.

The beauty of the country attracts many Summer visitors to

this spot.

RHINEBECK, Dutchess Co., N. Y.Ninety miles from New York on the East side of the river.

This village is two miles back from the river. This is one of the

points of entry into the Catskill Mountains.

RONDOUT, Ulster Co., N. Y.Ninety miles from New York, on the West bank ot the Hudson,.

From this point starts the Ulster and Delaware Railroad which runs

nto the Catskill Mountain Region. (See Catskill Mountains.


The HUDSON kiver.

SAUGERTIES, Ulster Co., N. Y.

One hundred and one miles from New York, on the Westside

of the river. The village is about one milefrom the steamboat

landing, and located on Esopus Creek.Beautiful, grand and at-

tractive scenery may be found in this locality.

CATSKILL, Greene Co., N. Y.

One hundred and eleven miles from New York, on theWest

bank of the Hudson River. This has becomea popular Summer

Resort, and has an imposing look from theriver. The Catskill

Mountkm Railroad runs from this point to Palenvilleat the foot of

the mountains. The Catskill River enters theHudson near wmdmg

through rockey bluffs with a deepchannel which is navigable for

large vessels a mile from its mouth.

HUDSON, Columbus Co., N. Y.

One hundred and fifteen miles from New York, on theEast side

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