Day Trips > Greenwich, New York In Greenwich, New York you'll find a rural paradise of rolling hills, rivers, streams, waterfalls, trees...and even a few cows on the many family-owned farms that still dot this area, as well as neighboring Argyle. The Battenkill offers fishing, canoeing and swimming. There's a skating area in the village in the wintertime, and you can enjoy sledding and snowmobiling in the area's many open fields.Greenwich is located in Washington County, just east of Saratoga Springs and convenient to the city's nightlife and attractions, yet is a world apart, offering a peaceful recluse. Greenwich is the birthplace of Grandma Moses and the home of Susan B Anthony. You may also find it an affordable alternative for lodging and dining. The events in Greenwich are a great way to get a taste of the country life like the fiddlers weekend! A favorite event is the annual Washington County Fair held in August every year. Greenwich... the village you wish you had grown up inGreenwich has been called the most extraordinary, beautiful and architecturally intact village in all upstate New York. It is located north of Albany and east of Saratoga in a charming village full of shops, restaurants and wonderful places to stay. In the summer fish, canoe and swim in the Battenkill, golf at two public courses or tour the gently rolling hills on your bicycles. In the winter enjoy skiing, both downhill and cross-country, tubing and snowboarding. The Washington County Fair, held in August, features everything a country fair is known for – animals, flowers, food, preserves, antiques and gifts. Of course, there are many, many exciting rides as well! Discover the history of Greenwich. Take a walking tour of the village and learn about the involvement of prominent citizens in the Underground Railroad in the 1800's. Plan a short visit or a longer stay. You will be glad that you did!
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