Tuxedo Park, New York
Top Spots in and near Tuxedo Park
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Beacon, New York
Sunset Point - South Beacon Mountain Loop
4.08.92 mi / 2470 ft gainThis loop hike form the Notch Trail northern trailhead on Route 9D. There is enough parking at this trailhead for about 5-6 cars. The Notch Trail is identified with blue trail markers. It is well maintained and plenty of markers to guide your way. This is important because there are m...Read more -
Beacon, New York
Sugarloaf Mountain via Wilkinson Memorial Trail
5.02.15 mi / 820 ft gainTrail is currently closed. Get updates at parks.ny.gov. Sugarloaf Mountain is part of the Hudson Highlands State Park, along with Breakneck Ridge, Bull Hill, and Mt Beacon. Though the views are just as impressive as its sister trails, it is never as crowded and it's one of my favorite spots in ...Read more -
Closter, New Jersey
Hike to Huyler's Landing/ Closter Dock Loop
4.05.4 mi / 450 ft gainThe easiest way to access this loop hike is by parking at the Palisades State Park Headquarters. This is just off exit 2 from the Palisades Interstate Parkway. Parking here is free and it is a short walk down a road to the Closter Dock Trail. The Closter Dock Trail is more of a wide fire road ...Read more -
Yonkers, New York
Run the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail
5.026.5 miThis trail traces the route of the Old Croton Aqueduct, which carried water to New York City between 1842 and 1955. Our recommended route starts near the Greystone Station in Yonkers, NY (Metro-North Hudson Line) and ends by the Scarborough Station, but you can easily modify your route – the enti...Read more -
Cedar Grove, New Jersey
Hike at Mills Reservation
4.72 mi / 200 ft gainMills Reservation is over 150 acres of wooded area located off of Normal Ave. near the Cedar Grove reservoir. Parking space is limited due to the small size but there is another hidden lot towards the back if you make a right out of the parking lot and then the first right turn onto Highland Ave....Read more -
Beacon, New York
Mt. Beacon Fire Tower
4.83.83 mi / 1332 ft gainMount Beacon is a very popular trail along the Hudson River, and for good reason. It offers a good workout, fantastic views for both sunrise and sunset (and of course the time in between), a recently rebuilt fire tower, and all with incredibly easy access right on the edge of a lively town. The ...Read more -
Beacon, New York
Malouf's Mountain Camp on Mt. Beacon
7.02 mi / 2087 ft gainStarting in the quaint town of Beacon there are a couple of options for hikes of varying difficulty. From the station the walk is about 1.5 miles to the trail heads, alternatively if you choose to stay the night at Malouf's Mountain Sunset Campground you can arrange for the host to meet you, take...Read more -
Beacon, New York
Explore Long Dock and Dennings Point Parks
4.0Long Dock and Dennings Point are two of the most popular parks in Beacon, that just so happen to be connected by a train track turned trail. Plenty of parking is available at Long Dock, and its a perfect spot to picnic, launch your kayak into the Hudson, or cast your line hoping to reel in the bi...Read more -
Beacon, New York
Hike the Scofield Ridge Loop
7.5 mi / 1850 ft gainThere are some great view points along this route. Start from the Mount Beacon Park trailhead parking area. This leads to the Casino Trail (red markers). The trail climbs steeply to some old ruins of a casino. Most of what remains is only the brick structure housing the mechanics for a trolle...Read more -
Cold Spring, New York
Hike the Perkins/Fahnestock/Charcoal Burners Trail Loop
7.5 mi / 800 ft gainThis is one of my favorite hikes in the Clarence Fahnestock State Park. A real mixed bag but mostly very enjoyable. The trail starts at the Charcoal Burners Trailhead Route 301. There is only road side parking on a soft shoulder, both sides of the road. After a short walk into the forest, you re...Read more -
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Hike the Dyckman Hill/Huyler's Landing Loop
9 mi / 980 ft gainThere is two ways to access this loop hike. The first is from the Englewood Picnic area just off Exit 1 from the Palisades Interstate Parkway. Parking here requires a fee of $5 May through September. The second is to drive past the Englewood Picnic area turnoff on Henry Hudson Drive and continu...Read more -
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Hike the Dyckman Hill/Carpenter's Grove Loop
4.04 mi / 400 ft gainThis loop hike can be started from several different places. I chose to start from Allison Park which overlooks the Hudson River in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. From the parking area, walk out to the entrance road and travel south to Saint Peter's College. The Long Path Trail, which you join from All...Read more -
Hopewell Junction, New York
Lake Canopus Viewpoint
4.02.07 mi / 148 ft gainIts a great place to explore as it has a beautiful calm lake especially in the fall, the reflection of the water and the awesome colors are unbelievable. Its a short hike but you certainly could go further up. Parking is free by the road, hike towards the lake about a mile or so. The sound of bi...Read more -
Hopewell Junction, New York
Beaver Pond via Appalachian Trail
5.03 mi / 400 ft gainBeaver Pond is a small body of water created by a dam that was constructed during the days of iron ore mining in the area. The pond is crystal clear and has a wonderful tree line right on the water. The best time to visit here is early morning in the fall. With the leaves changing color they m...Read more -
Beacon, New York
Hike Fishkill Ridge
Fishkill Ridge is a strenuous but rewarding hike, and one of the less known areas in the Hudson Valley. The parking area is at the very end of Sunnyside Road in Beacon, along with the information board at the trailhead. The red trail leaves the lot and will take you up to the first peak on the ri...Read more -
Beacon, New York
Hudson Highlands Overlook Trail
3.29 mi / 1017 ft gainHudson Highlands Overlook Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Beacon, New York.Read more