Events

Hike through History: Letchworth Village Reservoirs

Location

Harriman State Park

, NY

County: Rockland
Region: Lower Hudson

Date(s)

• September 27, 2025, 9:00AM (rain or shine)

Detailed Times/Hours The hike meeting location will be emailed to all who are pre-registered. We will start the day at 9 a.m.with a 3-hour hike. After the hike, those who wish to stay for lunch will proceed to Krucker's Picnic Grove for traditional Oktoberfest fare.

Details

Event Type Walk/Hike Description We will start the day with a hike on paved and woods roads and trails in Harriman State Park to the mountain reservoirs that harnessed Horse Chock Brook to provide water supply to Letchworth Village. Hike leaders Gordon Wren and Tony Benedict will talk about Letchworth, which was founded by Willam Pryor Letchworth in 1908 and operated as a New York State custodial institution until it closed in 1996. They will also point out other historic and scenic spots along the way. For those who choose to extend the day, this special Hike through History will concluse at Krucker's Picnic Grove in Ladentown, where we will enjoy an afternoon of traditional Oktoberfest entertainment and fare. Organization Hosting the Event Historical Society of Rockland County Phone Number (845) 634-9629 Contact Email info@rocklandhistory.org

Registration

Advance registration required.
Deadline for registration: September 19, 2025 www.rocklandhistory.org info@rocklandhistory.org 845 634 9629
$25 for the guided hike which includes a complimentary book about Rockland history; $75 for hike plus lunch at Krucker's

Additional Information

Mostly level and gradual uphill grades on paved and woods roads and trails
Additional Equipment Required: Appropriate hiking boots or shoes plus a walking stick are recommended.

Trip Duration (hours): 3
Difficulty: Moderate
This event is NOT Suitable for children under: 15
Length (miles): 2-5
Boots Needed: No

Family Friendly: Yes
Barrier Free or Wheelchar accessible? No