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What you are reading: What to See in Carmel, New York This Weekend
Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Although Carmel is officially a suburb of New York City, it is just far enough away (50 miles) to qualify as a “country” destination where city dwellers can escape for a day trip or weekend away.
- Many visitors come to Carmel to enjoy peaceful outdoor pursuits like hiking or fishing in Fahnestock State Park or Wonder Lake State Park.
- If you are seeking peace and enlightenment, you can join a meditation class at the Chuang Yen Monastery, or just visit this peaceful place to see the largest Buddha outside of the Eastern hemisphere.
- Visitors who would like to learn more about the armed forces can visit the Veteran’s Museum at the Veterans Memorial Park, which also offers a range of outdoor activities.
Driving Times to Carmel, New York
| City | Driving Time |
|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | 4-5 hours |
| Cleveland, OH | 7-8 hours |
| Boston, MA | 6-7 hours |
| Washington, D.C. | 5-6 hours |
| New York, NY | 2 hours |
| Albany, NY | 3-4 hours |
| Philadelphia, PA | 5-6 hours |
| Portland, ME | 8-9 hours |
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