Wassaic, NY
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- 455 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Tucked into the Harlem Valley in eastern Dutchess County, Wassaic is a quiet, historic hamlet within the town of Amenia. Home to around two hundred residents, the community sits along the Ten Mile River among rolling hills and open farmland. It offers a calm, easygoing pace of life with plenty of rural charm and natural beauty.
For such a small community, Wassaic has some great practical perks and a lively creative side. The local Metro-North station gives residents a direct train ride straight to Grand Central, while the Harlem Valley Rail Trail provides miles of paved paths for walking and biking. The hamlet is also home to the Wassaic Project, a cultural hub that draws artists and visitors with year-round exhibitions, workshops, and community events.
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