You are right. There are not too many spots around here because most scenic areas are state parks so I usually end up going into NYS or down to LBI area when I can. I've been investigating areas near the Bear Mt Bridge in NY as possible areas but need to do more research.
Just introducing myself. I fly a Phantom 4 and an Inspire 2 and find the information here very useful. Look forward to expanding my knowledge of these great tools we fly.