Croton Gorge Park sits at the base of New Croton Dam, where the spillway turns infrastructure into spectacle. The dam wall, water, and wooded gorge make it one of the most satisfying short detours in the area.
It is just outside the village, so plan on driving, cycling, or arranging a ride. Pair it with the Old Croton Aqueduct if you want the water-system story to make sense.