What’s nearby
Croton-on-Hudson
Half Moon Bay is minutes from picturesque Croton-On-Hudson, a classic Old World town whose easy living and comfortable feel belies its closeness to the pulse of New York City and international travel. Featuring a quaint walkable downtown area, lots of restaurants, coffee shops, and attractions, Croton-On-Hudson is your perfect launching pad for adventures of all types.Transportation
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- Amtrak and Metro North Train Lines
- Get to NYC -Grand Central Station in less than one hour with Metro North or access other popular destinations from NYC to Poughkeepsie
- Ride Amtrak to further destinations such as upstate NY / VT / Canada and more
- Westchester County Airport ( HPN )
- 20 minute drive. ( 13 miles) offers domestic and international flights daily
- Taxi Service
- J&S Taxi
- UBER and LYFT available
- Car rental
- Enterprise – (located ¼ mile from marina)
- 1 Municipal Pl, Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520
- 914-271-0100
- Free Pickup Available
- Enterprise – (located ¼ mile from marina)
- Bike Rentals & Stores
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Pedegogo Electric Bikes
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364 S Riverside Avenue
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Croton on Hudson, NY 10520
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914-873-8004
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Down Cycles Bicycle Store
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2015 Albany Post Rd, Croton-On-Hudson, NY 10520
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914-827-9570
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- Amtrak and Metro North Train Lines
Food And Drink
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- Cafes & Coffee
- Baked by Susan
- (914) 862-0874Handmade baked goods made fresh daily. Cupcakes, cookies, muffins, pies, savory breads & more
- https://bakedbysusan.com
- 379 S. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- Bagels on the Hudson
- 171 South Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- (914) 271-5412
- Dunkin Donuts
- Black Cow Coffee Co.
- 4 Old Post Rd. S, Croton-on-Hudson, NY (~¾ mile)
- (914) 271-7544
- https://blackcow.com
- Baked by Susan
- Greek
- Piato Greek Kitchen
- .6 miles car/walk
- https://www.piatogreekkitchen.com
- 914-862-0806
- Delicious Tradition Greek cuisine. Fresh & homemade
- Piato Greek Kitchen
- Italian/Pizza
- Capriccio Pizzeria & Restaurant
- (Free Delivery)
- (914) 827-9123
- Family owned and operated since 1985. Large new space. Dine indoors or out. Enjoy old favorites, new updated dishes plus a variety of specialty pizzas
- Gluten Free options available
- https://www.capricciopizza.com
- EATalia
- 385 South Riverside Ave
- (914) 862-4500
- Offering traditional southern Italian cuisine with full bar https://eataliaonhudson.com
- Pronto Pizza
- A & S Italian Deli & Market
- 171 S. Riverside Ave Croton on Hudson (¼ Mile from marina)
- (914) 271-2216
- https://aandsfoods.com/
- Capriccio Pizzeria & Restaurant
- Seafood:
- Ocean House “Oyster Bar & Grill”
- 49 N. Riverside Ave. Croton on Hudson, NY
- (914) 271-0702
- Limited seating-Call first!
- https://www.oceanhouseoysterbar.com
- Ocean House “Oyster Bar & Grill”
- American
- Croton Tap Smith
- 129 Grand St.
- (914) 271-2337
- Craft beer – wine- cider. Wood fired Pizza – small bites
- https://www.crotontapsmith.com
- Tavern at Croton Landing
- 41 N. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson
- Lunch – Dinner – Brunch – Drinks (vegetarian & vegan options available)
- (914) 271-8020
- https://thetavernatcroton.com/
- 105-Twenty Bar & Grill 914-862-4494
- 120 Grand St. Croton-on-Hudson (914) 862-4494 www.105twentyrest.com
- Croton Colonial Diner
- 914-271-8868
- easy ½ mile walk
- Croton Tap Smith
- Mexican
- Mex-To-Go
- 345 S. Riverside Ave
- 914-271-8646
- Take-out -Next to Coin Laundry)
- https://mextogo-croton.com
- Mex-To-Go
- Chinese
- Hunan Wok
- 125 Grand St. Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- (914) 271-1371
- https://hunanwok3.com
- New China
- 12 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- 914-271-8300
- Hunan Wok
- Japanese/Sushi
- Asagao
- 8 Maple St., Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- (914) 271-0770
- https://crotonsushi.com
- Samurai Sushi and Hibachi
- 352 A. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- (914) 271-8988
- https://samuraicroton.com
- Asagao
- Deli
- Croton Mini Deli 1
- 10 Maple Street, Croton on Hudson, NY (½ mile)
- 914-271-6970
- Franki’s Sandwich & Grill
- 7 Old Post Rd. Croton on Hudson, NY (across from Black Cow coffee) (~¾ mile)
- 914-271-6366
- A&S Fine Foods
- 171 S. Riverside Ave., Croton-on-Hudson, NY (¼ mile)
- 914-271-2216
- Croton Mini Deli 1
- Ice Cream
- Blue Pig 914-271-3850
- Croton Creamery (inside Bagels on Hudson) 914 271-5412
- Nightlife
- The Tavern at Croton Landing
- 41 N. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson
- Lunch – Dinner – Brunch – Drinks (vegetarian & vegan options available)
- (914) 271-8020
- https://thetavernatcroton.com
- 105-Twenty Bar & Grill
- 120 Grand St. Croton-on-Hudson
- (914) 862-4494
- www.105twentyrest.com
- Croton Tap Smith
- 129 Grand St., Croton-on-Hudson
- 914-271-2337
- Hudson Valley Craft Beer & Wine Tavern
- Craft beer – wine- cider. Wood fired Pizza – small bites
- https://www.crotontapsmith.com
- The Tavern at Croton Landing
- Cafes & Coffee
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Natural Features and Hikes
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Croton Gorge
- 2.7 Miles by car or bike
- https://parks.westchestergov.com/croton-gorge-park
- A catchall for outdoor lovers, Croton Gorge offers hiking, picnicking, and a playground all with the backdrop of the beautiful Croton Dam: a magnificent marriage of man and nature that will leave you in awe.
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Croton Point Park
- .9 miles walk, car, bike or boat
- https://parks.westchestergov.com/croton-point-park
- The largest peninsula on the Hudson River, the expansive 508-acre Croton Point Park is just a stone’s throw from Half Moon Bay and features the Nature Center, campgrounds, playground, and a sheltered cove with a sandy beach perfect for a summertime swim.
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Bear Mountain State Park
- 13.1 miles by car or boat
- Bear Mountain Website
- Outdoor enthusiasts will love the miles of hiking, with trails to accommodate anyone from an amateur to a seasoned mountaineer. For those needing to unwind, there is also the Bear Mountain Inn Spa, which offers an array of treatments for anyone looking to indulge in some self-care.
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Kitchawan Preserve
- 7.9 miles by car or bike
- https://parks.westchestergov.com/kitchawan-preserve
- Located in nearby Ossining, Kitchawan Preserve boasts 208 acres with open fields where migrating birds can be seen in late spring, and hikers going through the trails will find remnants of century-old stone walls that used to divide crop fields and private properties.
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Croton Arboretum
- 2.3 miles by car or bike
- http://www.crotonarboretum.org/
- Open year-round from dusk to dawn, the 20+ acres of wetlands and woods are abundant in local flora and fauna as well as hiking trails to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world.
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Croton Landing Park
- .8 miles walk or bike
- https://foursquare.com/v/croton-landing-park/4ba6288df964a520f53739e3
- Part of the Hudson RiverWalk which begins right at Half Moon Bay Marina, Croton Landing is a riverside wonder where one can walk alongside the famed Hudson River, visit the local 9/11 memorial, and is perfect for a sunset stroll.
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Teatown Lake Preserve
- 1,000 acres of natural beauty
- Miles of well marked trails for hikings
- Nature Center (offers summer camp & programs for children)
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Mt. Beacon
- 24.5 miles by car or train
- https://hikethehudsonvalley.com/hikes/mt-beacon/
- Hike outside of the town, perfect way to get a panoramoic view of Beacon and the surrounding areas. Mt Beacon offers the highest peak of the Hudson Highlands, and can be catered to one’s individual experience level, whether looking for an easy hike or something more strenuous, Mt Beacon accommodates hikers of all levels.
Day Trip Destinations
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Storm King Art Center
- 25.2 miles by car
- https://stormking.org/
- (845) 534-3115
- Outdoor Sculpture Garden on 500 acres of land. Enjoy the sites of large-scale sculptures underneath the expansive open sky.
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Sleepy Hollow Cemetery (Sleepy Hollow)
- 9 miles by car
- http://sleepyhollowcemetery.org/
- (914) 631-0081
- Historic cemetery home to the famous Old Dutch Church, as well as the resting place of Washington Irving, Rockefeller family, Andrew Carnegie, Elizabeth Arden, and more. Offers walking tours or self-guided for those who prefer to explore on their own.
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West Point Museum (West Point)
- 16.8 miles by car
- https://history.army.mil/museums/IMCOM/westPoint/index.html#about
- (845) 938-3590
- Museum dedicated to military history, located on historic West Point base.
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Sleepy Hollow RiverWalk Community Mural
- 9.8 miles by car or train
- https://www.sleepyhollowny.gov/home/events/32876
- A collaborative mural created by members of the Sleepy Hollow community, also known as the Wishing Wall. Located on the Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow segment of the RiverWalk, flanked by parks on both sides and right by the Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse. Can be easily accessed by Metro North.
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Tarrytown Music Hall
- 9.7 miles by car or train
- https://tarrytownmusichall.org/
- One of only 6% of theatres in the US built before 1900, it has hosted Dave Brubeck, Louis Armstrong, and Miles Davis. One of the first theaters in the country to feature motion pictures and considered of the finest non-residential structures built in the ‘Queen Anne Style’, it is included in the National Register of Historic places.
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Union Church of Pocantico
- 10.7 miles by car
- https://hudsonvalley.org/historic-sites/union-church-of-pocantico-hills/
- View works by renowned master European painters commissioned by the Rockefeller family, in this quaint county church. Among the pieces is the last work by Henri Matisse, as well as nine windows of stained glass art by Marc Chagall.
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Hudson Valley MOCA
- 8.7 Miles by car
- Hudson Valley MOCA
- A contemporary art museum, that features internationally renowned artists, as well as budding local talent. Located in nearby Peekskill, it aims to increase appreciation for the contemporary arts.
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Perkins Memorial Tower
- 18.3 miles by car or boat/hike (requires anchor and dinghy)
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g47292-d8747232-Reviews-Perkins_Memorial_Tower-Bear_Mountain_New_York.html
- Located at the top of Bear Mountain, Perkins Memorial Tower can be accessed by car via the winding roads of Perkins Memorial Drive, or by a 3.8 mile hike out and back part of the Appalachian Trail for those seeking something a little more adventurous.
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Trail of the Fallen
- 15 miles by car
- https://hikethehudsonvalley.com/hikes/popolopen-torne/
- Military memorial at the peak of the Popolopen Torne trail hike. Painted rocks, flags, and headstones make of the piled trail commemorating military members and others who have dedicated their lives to active service sit atop the end of the hike, and also offers breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley.
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Culinary Institute
- 41.4 miles by car or train
- https://www.ciachef.edu/
- A foodie must-see, the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) offers public tours that include a behind-the-scenes look at the world of one of the preeminent culinary schools in the United States. CIA also has two on site restaurants with fine dining offerings, and is a short 5 minute ride from the Poughkeepsie Train Station off of the Metro North.
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Town of Cold Spring
- 18.6 miles by car or train
- https://www.coldspringny.gov/
- https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g47508-Activities-Cold_Spring_New_York.html
- Cold Spring has a really nice town and things to explore. Very easy to take Metro North up there. Very short ride.
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Kykuit, The Rockefeller Estate
- 12.1 miles by train or car
- https://hudsonvalley.org/historic-sites/kykuit-the-rockefeller-estate/
- Majestic estate in Sleepy Hollow, former home of the Rockefellers *Currently Closed*
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City of Beacon NY
- 25.7 miles by car or train
- https://beaconny.gov/
- Beacon is also a really hip town, accessible from train, and has a bunch of shops and restaurants.
- Dia Beacon
- The museum that has helped transform Beacon into a cultural art center outside of New York City. As one of the largest contemporary art galleries in the county, Dia Beacon features art ranging from the 1960’s to present day, with permanent installations alongside rotating exhibits.
- Beacon Flea Market
- Every Sunday from April to November, starting at 6AM to 3pm, the streets come alive with about 50 different vendors selling an array of vintage and secondhand items, as well as pieces from local businesses, artists, and collectors.
- Max’s on Main
- Restaurant and oldest bar in Beacon in building certified as a historic landmark.
- The Pandorica
- A Dr. Who themed restaurant with British food, teas, and weekly trivia
- Dia Beacon
Personal Care
- Hair Salons
- Carmen’s Unisex Beauty Salon
- 364 S Riverside Ave, Croton-On-Hudson NY
- 914-271-3962
- Village Custom Cuts
- Hair Salon – 6 Maple St, Croton-On-Hudson NY
- 914-862-0245
- Sonny Abbotts Salon
- 395 S Riverside Ave, Croton on Hudson NY
- 914-271-5119
- Carmen’s Unisex Beauty Salon
- Full Service Nail Salons
- Chelsea Nail & Spa
- 54 Maple St, Croton-On-Hudson NY
- COCO Nails & Spa
- 347 S Riverside Ave Croton on Hudson NY 10520
- 914-271-7777
- Chelsea Nail & Spa
- Laundry
- My3Suds
- Full Service Laundry
- Call or Text 914-497-9946
- Free Pickup and Delivery -(Same Day)
- MT Cleaners
- offering free pickup and delivery
- 914-827-9290
- Croton Coin Laundromat
- Do it yourself laundry
- The Apple Farm
- easy ½ mile walk
- 914-271-1110
- Fresh fruit & vegetables, ready to go meals, flowers, groceries & more
- Shop Rite Supermarket
- 460 S. Riverside Ave, Croton on Hudson (~1 mile from marina)
- 914-271-6400
- Large full service supermarket, ready made foods
- Van Wyck Wine & Liquor
- 52 Maple St., Croton-on-Hudson, NY (½ mile – next to Apple Farm)
- (914) 271-9551
- https://www.vanwyckliquors.com
- Friendly & knowledgeable staff carries wide array of wines and liquors
- DePrez Wines & Spirits
- 440 S. Riverside Ave, Croton-On-Hudson (Next to Shop Rite)
- (914) 271-3200
- www.bestwinevalues.com
- CVS
- 53 Maple St. Croton-on-Hudson (½ mile – next to Post Office)
- Rx drugs, personal needs, foods, beverages, toys, household items, cards
- Sav-Mor
- 175 S. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson (¼ mile from marina – Next to Bagels on Hudson)
- Rx, snacks, household items, balloons, cards
- Croton Vision Center
- 179 S. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson
- (914) 752-2977
- https://www.eyedoctors-croton.com
- Wells Fargo
- 50 Maple Str. Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- (914)271-6216
- Chase Bank
- 171 S. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson, NY
- (914)271-4751
- 50 Maple Street, Croton-on-Hudson (½ mile from marina)
- The Abbey Inn & Spa
- 900 Fort Hill Road, Peekskill (7 miles from marina)
- (914) 736-1200
- https://www.theabbeyinn.com
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites
- 2 John Walsh Blvd, Peekskill (6 miles from marina)
- (914)-743-5700
- Croton Animal Hospital
- 7 S. Riverside Ave. Croton-on-Hudson
- (914)271-6222
- https://www.crotonanimalhospital.com
- Croton-On-Hudson Veterinary Clinic
- 401 S. Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson
- (914) 271-5442