Mills-Norrie offers an area rich in history in a natural setting!
The Setting
The Hudson River runs along the west side these two combined parks. A serene wooded area with glimpses of the river provides an ideal location for camping. Nature trails, hiking and biking run throughout the 1000+ acres. Picnicking on the bluffs offers scenic views of the river.
River access is available for campers with boats at the Norrie Marina.
The Facility
Located in the historic area of Dutchess County, Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park adjoins Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park and together, comprise, more than one thousand acres. Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park offers a full menu of exhilarating recreational opportunities and activities for visitors of all ages. The numerous trails that thread through the grounds of both Mills and Norrie State Parks are ideal for walking, jogging, hiking, cycling, cross country skiing, and snow shoeing – treating visitors to fabulous views of the Hudson River which runs directly along the parks’ western boundaries.
A marina consisting of slip space and a boat launch ramp is a popular area within the park. There are 145 slips, both fixed pier and floating dock, which are rented on a seasonal basis. Transient boaters are welcome if space allows. The marina also houses showers and a pump out station. For a nominal fee, electrical hookups are available.
46 campsites and 10 cabins
Biking
Bird Watching
Boat Launch
Boating
Canoeing
Cross Country Skiing
Cultural Activities
Fishing
Golfing
Hiking
Picnicking
Sail Boating
*FREE public concerts on the lawn every other Wednesday from the end of May to mid-August |
Picnic Tables
Fire Ring and Grill
Choice of shaded or open site
Comfort Station
Dump Station
First Aid Station
Interpretive Center
Mills Mansion - tours available
Parking
Restaurant
Showers |
Camping Tips
Dogs allowed in campground - current shot record required.
Cabins offer two bunk beds.
Other Features
Nearby attractions are;
Vanderbilt Mansion - National Historic Site
Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt - National Historic Site
Clermont State Historic Site
Staatsburgh State Historic Site
Antiquing
Maple Sugaring
Wineries/Vineyards
Address
Mills-Norrie State Park
OLD POST ROAD, PO BOX 308
STAATSBURG NY 12580
(845) 889-4646
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