Where is Putnam County? Putnam County is in New York state and is located about 60 miles North of New York City. It is situated directly North of Westchester County, South of Dutchess County, bordered on the West by the majestic Hudson River (across from the United States Military Academy at West Point), and on the East by Connecticut. The scene at left is taken from a high vantage point on Bear Mountain facing Northeast - looking directly at Putnam County. Putnam County has several historic sites, one of which is the proudly displayed statue of Sybil Ludington - Revolutionary War Heroine. On April 26, 1777, at age 16, she rode alone during the night on horseback covering many miles through the countryside to alert the volunteer militia to the burning of nearby Danbury, Connecticut, by the British. She was a very young female version of Paul Revere but not as well known. You can find this statue in Carmel overlooking Lake Gleneida. Putnam County is close enough to New York City and other cities and major highways for residents to take advantage of many employment, education, and cultural opportunities. Much of Putnam County is purposely kept rural which offers a great place to relax and be refreshed. From favorite fishing spots, bike routes, hiking trails, and outdoor parks for seeking solitude in the outdoors, to hunting treasures in antique shops (such as Cold Spring pictured at left), visiting museums, staying at bed & breakfast inns, and attending music events, it's a great place to enjoy living.