About Mahopac Falls, NY
Mahopac Falls is a hamlet in the town of Carmel, New York known for its mill history and proximity to New York City. The red paint used on the original mill inspired the community's nickname of "red mills." Nearby attractions include Mahopac Lake and Lake Secor. Each year in the summer season the area is a popular resort destination, with abundant opportunities for swimming, boating, and hiking. Among the local businesses in Mahopac Falls are Burchett Door and Lock and Red Mills Carting. The Mahopac Central School District provides education for the hamlet. One of the best places to visit when you are in Mahopac Falls is the Red Mills Branch of the Mahopac National Bank, which has one of the original millstones built into its front steps.
