Best Swimming Lakes near Westchester and the Hudson Valley You Need to Discover
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Swimming lakes in Westchester and the Hudson Valley are ideal destinations for cooling off in the great outdoors. While you'll only find a few local swimming lakes and rivers in Westchester County, the greater Hudson Valley region offers plenty of places for freshwater swimming.
Here, we've rounded up several lakes and rivers perfect for swimming with kids this summer.
Looking for even more fun in the sun? Check out our Summer Fun Guide.