When I think of Westchester the first thing that comes to mind is rich people. The second thing that comes to mind are hills. Westchester is a hilly place, no doubt. It's a bit surprising such a large population is concentrated in such a small area and it still has a rural feel when one is not on the major highways. One would think Westchester's high point to be over 1,000 feet, but at 982 it's just shy.
Bailey Benchmark is located inside this park, located in Northern Westchester near the border with CT. A few years ago I made it to the high point, but there was a short bushwack to the summit from a trail. This park is relatively new. It used to be a camp, but now it appears to be both a camp and park. There's is also now a trail going to the summit.
The park lacks wilderness. It's more of a park to bring the dog for a short little stroll. Most of the trails are old woods roads, but I did walk on about half a mile of single track trail. The park, true to it's name has five lakes. The park, not so true to it's name, does not have a mountain. Though it does have a pretty good overlook that may for a split second make you feel as if your in the mountains. Overall, a great little park and I'm glad I stopped.
Looks like a nice place. My uncle and aunt lived just a few feet away in North Salem for nearly fifty years. Next time you're in the area check out Hammond Museum and Japanese Walking Garden on Deveau Rd.
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