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Notable viewpoint · Putnam, New York

Snake Hill

Snake Hill is a viewpoint in Putnam, New York.

Snake Hill: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Snake Hill

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Snake Hill — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 41.42259, -73.57096. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

    Places to visit near Snake Hill

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Snake Hill yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Snake Hill?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Snake Hill?

    Nearby: Old Southeast Church (church, 1 km), Bog Brook Reservoir (lake, 2 km), Lake Tonetta (lake, 4 km), Ball Pond (lake, 7 km), Ball Pond Town Park (sanctuary, 8 km), Diverting Reservoir (lake, 8 km).

    Is Snake Hill worth visiting?

    Snake Hill is listed as a notable viewpoint in New York on Spotwander.