Cornwall-on-Hudson, village in Orange County, New York, United States
Cornwall-on-Hudson is a small village on the Hudson River in Orange County, New York, about 60 miles north of New York City. It has quiet, walkable streets lined with older homes, small shops like Alice's Coffee Lounge, and historic buildings including the white-steepled Cornwall Presbyterian Church built in 1856.
The village took shape in the 1800s and grew as a community gathering place along the river. The 1856 construction of the Cornwall Presbyterian Church and the conversion of the old library building into a school district office reflect the village's role as a local center over many decades.
The village takes its name from the Hudson River, which shapes daily life and brings the community together. At Cornwall Landing, you see neighbors chatting under large trees, families relaxing by the water, and kayakers returning from their tours along the shore.
The village is easy to walk or bike through, with flat, accessible streets throughout. Metro-North Railroad trains pass through regularly, offering connections to nearby towns if you prefer public transportation.
The Hudson River and Metro-North trains that pass through give the village its daily rhythm and soundtrack. A memorable way to experience the area is aboard the River Rose, a Mississippi-style riverboat that offers tours along the water and shows the village and landscape from a different perspective.
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