2023 Map of Pawling

About this map

The Appalachian National Scenic Trail winds through the hills of eastern New York, following the heights of West Mountain and Hammersly Ridge before descending into the valley. This landscape is defined by the expansive corridor of The Great Swamp and the Swamp River, a significant natural feature that separates the village of Pawling from the high ground of Quaker Hill. This area is rich with family history and early burial sites, ranging from the Akin Family Burial Ground to the Old Baptist Burying Ground near Patterson. To the east, the state line with Connecticut runs through high ridges like Turner Mtn, while the interior is dotted with numerous glacial lakes and ponds including Quaker Lake and Lake Mauweehoo. The settlement patterns here reflect a blend of historic valley villages and elevated residential pockets situated among the rolling terrain of Dutchess County.