Land Conservation

Scenic Hudson safeguards landscapes, protects farmland, transforms neglected industrial waterfronts, and purchases strategic properties that can revive communities.

Through its affiliate, The Scenic Hudson Land Trust, Scenic Hudson has protected more than 22,000 acres in nine counties, and created or enhanced many Parks & Preserves for public enjoyment - several in communities that previously had little or no access to the river.

Many of these projects are carried out in partnership with state and local government, other nonprofit organizations and committed volunteers.

Scenic Hudson protects treasured landscapes throughout the Hudson Valley

Scenic Hudson also protects land through conservation easements, a flexible tool that permanently restricts property development and can generate significant tax benefits to the landowner. The land stays in private hands and on the local tax rolls. We welcome inquiries from landowners interested in working with us to protect their land.