Ward Pound Ridge Reservation

Address
Route 35 and 121 South
Cross River, NY 10576 United States Get Directions

Events at this venue

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  • Side view of Ward Pound Ridge Vistiors Center

    The CCC and Delaware Resource Library

    Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Route 35 and 121 South, Cross River, NY, United States

    The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) constructed the park's visitor center in the 1930s and we are pleased to be re-opening the building to offer new services to our patrons. This program will feature short presentations on the CCC's history at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation and the expedition by Nick Shoumatoff ('He Who Stands Firm') to […]

  • close up of new growth surrounded by ashes

    Life After Fire

    Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Route 35 and 121 South, Cross River, NY, United States

    Ward Pound Ridge Reservation hosted a prescribed burn in 20 acres of meadow in November 2026. This program, featuring a walk through meadows, both burned and untreated, will discuss the logistics of fire management and give a first-hand chance to see the impact of fire on these important habitats.

    Free
  • image of fire tower surrounded by trees

    Fire Tower Hike

    Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Route 35 and 121 South, Cross River, NY, United States

    Take a guided hike to the highest point of the Reservation and see the newly rebuilt Fire Tower. Learn about the tower's history, purpose, wardens, and reconstruction.

All programs are subject to change without notice.