LEGENDARY LANDSCAPES The Hudson Valley's hauntingly beautiful landscapes and art trails might inspire you to paint your own masterpiece. Stroll garden paths at grand historic homes from Olana to Lyndhurst Castle to the Vanderbilt Mansion. For on-river views, take a leaf-peeper cruise or bike the world's longest pedestrian bridge, the Walkway Over the Hudson. Hudson and Rhinebeck are great for antiquing. OLANA STATE HISTORICAL SITE, HUDSON Learn about sustainable farming at Stone Barns Center. Sample regional specialties at the Garlic Festival, rated a Top 10 American food event by USA Today. Brave Halloween frights at Philipsburg Manor in Sleepy Hollow, where the headless horseman still rides. Kids will love a nighttime stroll amid 7,000 glowing pumpkins at the Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze. travelhudsonvalley.com. STONE BARNS CENTER FOR FOOD AND AGRICULTURE, POCANTICO HILLS FALL * 124 * 800/CALL-NYS LEGENDS WEEKEND AT PHILIPSBURG MANOR, SLEEPY HOLLOWhttp://www.travelhudsonvalley.com