John F Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 10
Bull Hill (25 min) Forested mountain linked to a popular folk story & laced with hiking routes above Hudson River. Clarence Fahnestock State Park (17 min) Nature space with 14,086 acres for outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking & swimming. Bear Mountain State Park (21 min) Lush, mountainous park featuring picnic sites, fishing areas, a swimming pool, trails & more. Boscobel House and Gardens (21 min) Scenic 1800s estate featuring period furnishings, extensive gardens, guided tours & hiking trails. Beacon Mountain (46 min) Hudson Highlands' highest peak, with 2 summits, hiking trails, a fire lookout tower & monument. Anthony's Nose (19 min) Appalachian Trail mountain with a moderate, dog-friendly hiking trail leading to panoramic views. Storm King Art Center (41 min) 500-acre open-air sculpture park, open seasonally, with tram tours, bike rentals & a cafe. Pollepel Island (27 min) Boat & kayak tours are available to visit this 13.4-acre island & the ruins of Bannerman Castle. Dia Beacon (38 min) Huge museum in a former factory with modern works from notable artists & loads of natural light. Hudson Highlands State Park (33 min) This 7,400 acre area runs along the Hudson River & offers vistas & trails for all fitness levels. Croton Point Park (22 min) 508-acre riverfront park with a boat launch, campground, fishing, picnic areas, a playground & more. Bear Mountain (40 min) Mountain in the Hudson Highlands offering hiking, boating, picnic facilities, an inn & more. Storm King Mountain (36 min) Rising 1,340 ft above sea level, this mountain in a state park features hiking trails & hunting. Croton Gorge Park (23 min) Set at the base of Croton Dam, this 97-acre site offers fishing, hiking & other seasonal recreation. Breakneck Ridge (27 min) 1,442-ft. peak with a challenging 4-mile trail with several summits, rock scrambling & river views. |