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| State Park Overview: |
 | James Baird State Park is situated on farmland once owned by James Baird, a contractor and engineer whose firm constructed the Lincoln Memorial. Nationally renowned golf architect, Robert Trent Jones designed a scenic, fairly flat 18-hole golf course on this large tract of farmland in Pleasant Valley. To golfers? delight, the par 5, 13th hole is one of the most challenging in the Hudson Valley. In addition to the golf course, the park now also boasts a driving range, pro shop, clubhouse and a snack bar at the 1st and 10th holes. A full service restaurant overlooks the golf course and is open to both golfers and the general public. In July 2005, James Baird is proud to host the Empire State Games, one of the largest amateur sport competitions in the country. |
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| History of the Area: |
| In 1939 James Baird donated the 590 acres of land to New York State under the stipulation that it be known as James Baird State Park. Work began on the park and golf course in 1940. Construction continued intermittently during World War II and the golf course was officially opened in 1948. |
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| B&Bs / Inns | | Stonegate Bed & Breakfast - | | Fox Hill Bed & Breakfast - Quiet country comfort:7 mi to Hyde Park & 5 mi to New Paltz. Spacious,immaculate rooms all have private bath,TV/VCR, AC, Air filter, queen bed, & high tin ceilings. Fitness center, Pool, whirlpool spa | | The Red Hook Inn - Elegant c. 1842 Federal Style Country Inn. 4-Star Casual Fine Dining Rest. Six elegant guest rooms, all PB's, WP tubs, fireplace. Hudson Valley, Bard College/Fisher Center, CIA, Historic Homes |
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| Area Attractions: |
| James Baird State Park has much to offer: there are spacious open and wooded picnic areas and two picnic pavilions which can accommodate up to 300 people each by reservation. There is also a sports complex where visitors enjoy playing basketball, softball, tennis and volleyball. Additionally there is a playground and a nature center. Open summer weekends, the nature center loans recreational equipment and offers nature programs.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find the seven miles of scenic wooded trails ideal for hiking in the warm months and cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the wintertime. |
| Area Campgrounds | | Finger Lakes Cabin Rentals
2793 Amsdell Rd
Hamburg, NY
(716) 649-9145
| Pine Acres Camp
151 Red Top Rd
Wallkill, NY
(845) 895-2738
| Snow Valley Campgrounds
Route 9
Fishkill, NY
(845) 897-5700
| Fahnestock Clarence State Park: Park Office
Route 301
Carmel, NY
(845) 225-7207
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Water Wizard Tackle Co
4467 Lake Shore Rd
Hamburg, NY
(716) 627-4537
| Weekley's Wholesale Bait Inc
3704 Big Tree Rd
Hamburg, NY
(716) 824-7184
| Lloyd Rod & Gun Club
65 Clearwater Rd
Highland, NY
(845) 691-8511
| Lake Katrine Rod & Gun Club
5 Van Wagner Rd
Ulster Park, NY
(845) 338-0131
| Sportsman's Den
1912 Brewster Ave
Carmel, NY
(845) 228-5744
| Hamburg Rod & Gun Club Inc
3434 Hickox Rd
Hamburg, NY
(716) 648-2236
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Rocking Horse Ranch
600 State Route 44 55
Highland, NY
(845) 691-2927
| Hudson Valley Dirtsurfer
62 West Center Street
Beacon, NY
(845) 518-1982
| Holiday Inn Hotels Resorts
542 Route 9
Fishkill, NY
(845) 896-6281
| Hideaway
429 Lake Dr
Rhinebeck, NY
(845) 266-5673
| Roseland Ranch H Co Inc
36 Hunns Lake Rd
Stanfordville, NY
(845) 868-1350
| Inn at Applewood
Applewood Apts # 18
Highland, NY
(845) 691-2516
| Thunder Ridge Ski School
Route 22
Patterson, NY
(845) 878-4900
| Catamount Ski Area
17 Nicholson Rd
Holmes, NY
(518) 325-3200
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