Brookwood Point

On the shore of Otsego Lake, Brookwood Point has been an estate since the early 1820s and is now a place the public can roam. The 22-acre property holds meadows, young and old woods, wetlands, shoreline, a creek and a historic cultivated garden, so a single visit crosses several habitats.

The Italianate Renaissance garden is about a century old, and the grounds have long been used for learning, from the seven Townsend children of the early 1900s to SUNY interns and summer adventure-camp kids. Bring a picnic, watch for birds and leave extra time for the wetland trail.

What to Know

• The grounds are open to the public in the warmer months and closed to regular access in winter.
• Picnic areas, an information kiosk, a composting toilet and parking are on site, and dogs are allowed.
• Fishing, birding and public-access paddling are all part of the visit, and there is an ADA accessible trail.
• Canoe and kayak rentals are available on site in summer, weather permitting.
• Park in the upper lot near the information kiosk.