John F Kennedy International Airport 1 hr 24
Bannerman Castle (29 min) Abandoned military warehouse in a Hudson River island castle, providing seasonal walking tours. Beacon Mountain (38 min) Hudson Highlands' highest peak, with 2 summits, hiking trails, a fire lookout tower & monument. Storm King State Park (8 min) 1,884-acre park offering hiking paths open from dawn to dusk. No on-site toilets available. Anthony's Nose (19 min) Appalachian Trail mountain with a moderate, dog-friendly hiking trail leading to panoramic views. Brotherhood, America's Oldest Winery (12 min) Quaint winery dating to 1839 offering tasting flights & guided tours of the underground cellars. Breakneck Ridge (30 min) 1,442-ft. peak with a challenging 4-mile trail with several summits, rock scrambling & river views. Bear Mountain (36 min) Mountain in the Hudson Highlands offering hiking, boating, picnic facilities, an inn & more. Storm King Art Center (7 min) 500-acre open-air sculpture park, open seasonally, with tram tours, bike rentals & a cafe. Dia Beacon (23 min) Huge museum in a former factory with modern works from notable artists & loads of natural light. Boscobel House and Gardens (29 min) Scenic 1800s estate featuring period furnishings, extensive gardens, guided tours & hiking trails. Hudson Highlands State Park (42 min) This 7,400 acre area runs along the Hudson River & offers vistas & trails for all fitness levels. Bear Mountain State Park (18 min) Lush, mountainous park featuring picnic sites, fishing areas, a swimming pool, trails & more. Storm King Mountain (11 min) Rising 1,340 ft above sea level, this mountain in a state park features hiking trails & hunting. Bull Hill (33 min) Forested mountain linked to a popular folk story & laced with hiking routes above Hudson River. Pollepel Island (29 min) Boat & kayak tours are available to visit this 13.4-acre island & the ruins of Bannerman Castle. |