Orange County

Living in Orange County

Located in the heart of the beautiful Hudson Valley, just 50 miles above Manhattan, lies Orange County. Known for some of the most magnificent scenery in the Valley, Orange County offers an array of options, from vibrant downtown areas to charming villages to tranquil countrysides and everything in between. The hamlets, villages and towns that make up Orange County each have their own distinct character. You can enjoy the incredible surroundings while taking part in your favorite activities. Hike or go horseback riding on one of many trails. Enjoy swimming, boating, fishing or golfing in the warmer months;  skiing and ice skating in the winter. Community, county and state parks and preserves offer even more ways to take advantage of the beauty that is Orange County.

Agriculture is an integral part of life here and that is reflected in the Farmers Markets, Farm-to-Table restaurants, orchards, wineries and even Farm-to-Bottle distilleries, breweries and cideries. The arts also play an important role. Galleries, performing arts centers and sculpture gardens provide venues for the talents of both local and national artists. Local theater groups showcase the talents of community members. Many municipalities offer free concerts or concert series, and arts and crafts fairs are held throughout the year.

Rich in history, you’ll find historic sites and homes throughout the county dating back to the 1700’s and the Revolutionary War. In fact, George Washington commanded his troops from his headquarters in Orange County during the last 16 months of the war. Located in a stone fortress overlooking the Hudson River, this became America’s first Registered National Historic Landmark.

Orange County is thriving. Stewart International Airport has expanded services, with Norwegian Air offering non-stop flights to Dublin.  Amy’s Kitchen has broken ground on a new factory complex. When completed in 2021, it’s expected that the vegetarian, organic food company will add 680 jobs to the local economy. In addition, Legoland’s New York Resort is scheduled to open in 2020, with plans to hire 1,000 people and bring an incredible theme park experience to the area.

Situated in southeastern New York State, Orange County is directly north of the New Jersey-New York border, west of the Hudson River, east of the Delaware River and northwest of New York City.

Resource Links:

https://www.orangecountygov.com

https://datausa.io/profile/geo/orange-county-ny

https://orangetourism.org