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Westchester County Gardens: Enjoy Local Blossoms and Blooms

By Kelly Fitzpatrick April 28, 2024

Looking for something you and the kids will enjoy on a sunny spring day in Westchester County? Don't miss a walk amongst the many blooms Westchester County offers all year-round. Westchester County offers so many beautiful places to visit cherry blossoms, wildflowers, impressive landscaping, and children's gardens, too.  Some of these family friendly spaces are attractions in themselves, and others are great spots to go to at no cost.

Here are five family (and stroller) friendly walks where you can slow down and smell the flowers in Westchester County.

Harbor Island Park, Mamaroneck

Harbor Island Park is one of the most loved spots in Westchester County because of its waterfront views, sandy lots, play features, and wide-open spaces.  The paved paths make for easy and scenic walking.

Good to know:

-Parking fees apply

-Playground

-Waterfront

-Paved walking trails

Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden, North Salem

This northern Westchester gem posts updates on the status of various blooms on its' website and features special exhibitions from April through November.

Good to Know:

-Art museum and gardens

-No pets

-Programming available

-Ticketed entry:

General Admission:
Adults $12  
Seniors (65+) $8
Students with ID $8

Veterans $8
Children 5 and under Free
Members Free

Lasdon Park and Arboretum, Katonah

Lasdon Park and Arboretum has an appeal to audiences of all ages due to the many exhibitions it hosts, as well as its' family-friendly accessibility.  You'll enjoy tulip beds in the springtime, wooden paths year-round, special features and exhibits, and a memorial garden filled with local history and remembrance.

Good to Know:

-Events and programs

-Dinosaur Garden and Fairy Trail

-Historic Tree Walk and Chinese Friendship Garden

-Not all trails are stroller friendly

-Ticketed entry for special events

Peekskill Waterfront

The Peekskill Waterfront is a free, paved path that offers visitors the best of the natural world, such as the shoreline, and easy access to family-friendly features such as summer programming, restaurants, trainspotting, and more.

Good to Know:

-Cherry blossoms along the river walk

-Playground

-Easy stroller walking

-Cherry Blossom Festival May 4th

Untermeyer Gardens, Yonkers

The waterfront views as you enter Untermeyer Gardens are spectacular. Recorded music plays twice daily for a half an hour and adds to the overall ambience of the gardens.

Good to Know:

-Open 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 7 days/week

-Tours, programs, events

-No picnics or pets

-Free admission year round


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