Rhinebeck in Dutchess County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Exploring the Mid-Hudson Region

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 19, 2026

1. Exploring the Mid-Hudson Region Marker

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Exploring the Mid-Hudson Region. . , Welcome to New York State’s Mid-Hudson region. Situated halfway between Albany and New York City, this year-round vacation destination is famous for its history, country estates, scenic beauty, performing arts, galleries, and cuisine. With Ulster County to the west and Dutchess County to the east, there is something sure to delight people of every interest. Plan to relax and enjoy the unique balance of culture and nature that you will find wherever you go here in the Hudson Valley., West Side of the Hudson River, Saugerties , Located in richly beautiful Ulster County, Saugerties is a haven for the curious with its picturesque views, historic architecture, farm-to-table restaurants, and culture. A busy schedule of festivals will tempt foodies and artists, and the surrounding countryside offers outdoor activities from tubing to horseback riding to snowshoeing. Eclectic cultural attractions dot the hilly landscape, and rich historic resources offer inspiration to its many visitors., Kingston , Situated in the Catskill Mountain foothills, Kingston is 91 miles north of New York City and 59 miles south of Albany. Founded in 1652, it united the early Dutch settlements of Wiltwyck and Rondout. Soon after it became New York’s first capital in 1777, Kingston was burned by the British following the Battle of Saratoga. In the 19th century, the city became an important transportation hub. The Uptown Stockade District, Midtown Arts District, and Rondout Waterfront District offer a myriad of opportunities to enjoy historic architecture, kayak tours and boat rides, the arts, fine dining, and shopping., East Side of the Hudson River, Great Estates Region , To the north and south of the bridge, the 22,000 acre Hudson River National Historic Landmark District extends approximately one mile inland between Germantown and Staatsburg in Columbia and Dutchess Counties. Known also as the "Great Estates Region," this area is internationally recognized for its scenic beauty and historic architecture, with more than 1,800 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Beginning with the first colonial land grants in 1688, this area attracted landed gentry and captains of industry, such as the Livingstons, Vanderbilts, Astors, Delanos, and Roosevelts., Dutchess County , Established in 1683, Dutchess County is a popular, year-round vacation geaway. Its 800 square miles provide an abundance of fascinating historic landmarks, restaurants, lively events and festivals, farm stands, and natural scenic beauty. Nearby Rhinebeck and Red Hook offer great starting points with their thriving main streets, or begin your exploration with a ride in an historic biplane at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome., During Your Visit: ,

. Enjoy art, architecture, and culture at numerous historic houses, museum, and lighthouses , . Stroll, shop, or dine while exploring historic communities on both sides of the river , . Take a scenic drive along the Shawangunk Mountains Scenic Byway, Shawangunk Wine Trail, or Catskill Mountain Scenic Byway , . Draw, paint, or photograph the region's stunning beauty , . Hike, bike, or ride horseback along the O and W Rail Trail and the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail , . Explore formal gardens, family-friendly parks, and nature sanctuaries and preserves

Welcome to New York State’s Mid-Hudson region. Situated halfway between Albany and New York City, this year-round vacation destination is famous for its history, country estates, scenic beauty, performing arts, galleries, and cuisine. With Ulster County to the west and Dutchess County to the east, there is something sure to delight people of every interest. Plan to relax and enjoy the unique balance of culture and nature that you will find wherever you go here in the Hudson Valley.

West Side of the Hudson River

Saugerties
Located in richly beautiful Ulster County, Saugerties is a haven for the curious with its picturesque views, historic architecture, farm-to-table restaurants, and culture. A busy schedule of festivals will tempt foodies and artists, and the surrounding countryside offers outdoor activities from tubing to horseback riding to snowshoeing. Eclectic cultural attractions dot the hilly landscape, and rich historic resources offer inspiration to its many visitors.

Kingston
Situated in the Catskill Mountain foothills, Kingston is 91 miles north of New York City and 59 miles south of Albany. Founded

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in 1652, it united the early Dutch settlements of Wiltwyck and Rondout. Soon after it became New York’s first capital in 1777, Kingston was burned by the British following the Battle of Saratoga. In the 19th century, the city became an important transportation hub. The Uptown Stockade District, Midtown Arts District, and Rondout Waterfront District offer a myriad of opportunities to enjoy historic architecture, kayak tours and boat rides, the arts, fine dining, and shopping.

East Side of the Hudson River

Great Estates Region
To the north and south of the bridge, the 22,000 acre Hudson River National Historic Landmark District extends approximately one mile inland between Germantown and Staatsburg in Columbia and Dutchess Counties. Known also as the "Great Estates Region," this area is internationally recognized for its scenic beauty and historic architecture, with more than 1,800 buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Beginning with the first colonial land grants in 1688, this area attracted landed gentry and captains of industry, such as the Livingstons, Vanderbilts, Astors, Delanos, and Roosevelts.

Dutchess County
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Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), June 19, 2026

2. Exploring the Mid-Hudson Region Marker

in 1683, Dutchess County is a popular, year-round vacation geaway. Its 800 square miles provide an abundance of fascinating historic landmarks, restaurants, lively events and festivals, farm stands, and natural scenic beauty. Nearby Rhinebeck and Red Hook offer great starting points with their thriving main streets, or begin your exploration with a ride in an historic biplane at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome.

During Your Visit:

• Enjoy art, architecture, and culture at numerous historic houses, museum, and lighthouses
• Stroll, shop, or dine while exploring historic communities on both sides of the river
• Take a scenic drive along the Shawangunk Mountains Scenic Byway, Shawangunk Wine Trail, or Catskill Mountain Scenic Byway
• Draw, paint, or photograph the region's stunning beauty
• Hike, bike, or ride horseback along the O & W Rail Trail and the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail
• Explore formal gardens, family-friendly parks, and nature sanctuaries and preserves

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Notable Places • Settlements & Settlers • War, US Revolutionary. A significant historical year for this entry is 1652.

Location. 41° 58.377′ N,

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73° 55.875′ W. Marker is in Rhinebeck, New York, in Dutchess County. It is on Empire State Trail (New York State Route 199) west of River Road (County Road 103), on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Red Hook NY 12571, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York

and in the Hudson Valley.

It is also in the American Northeast,

in the Mid-Atlantic,

and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland

and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Building the Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker); The Bridge Engineers (within shouting distance of this marker); The New York State Bridge Authority (within shouting distance of this marker); Scenic Splendor Unsurpassed Anywhere (within shouting distance of this marker); Hudson River National Historic Landmark District (approx. ¾ mile away); "Cross Here and Save Time" (approx. 1.7 miles away); Old Rhinebeck (approx. 2.2 miles away); Montgomery Place Orchards (approx. 2.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rhinebeck.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 22, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 22, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.