BEAR MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Bear Mountain State Park is situated in rugged mountains rising from the west bank of the Hudson River. The historic Bear Mountain Inn overlooks Hessian Lake and provides fine food and overnight accommodations. The park features a large play field, shaded picnic groves, a dock on the Hudson for mooring small craft, lake and river fishing access, a swimming pool, a zoo and nature, hiking, biking and cross-country ski trails, and ski-jumps. An outdoor rink is open to ice skaters from late October through mid-March. The Perkins Memorial Tower atop Bear Mountain affords spectacular views of the park, the Hudson Highlands and Harriman State Park.
The Merry-Go-Round at Bear Mountain State Park features hand painted scenes of the park an 42 hand carved seats of native animals including black bear, wild turkey, deer, raccoon, skunk, Canada goose, fox, swan, bobcat, rabbit and more.
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Beacon NY premier Bed and Breakfast, the Swann Inn of Beacon was originally built in 1866. Located at the base of Mt. Beacon, NY, just a short walk to Scenic Hudson's
Mt. Beacon Park, the Swann Inn is a perfect location for travelers and hikers visiting the Beacon, NY and the Mid-Hudson Valley. It is also 30 minutes to Clarence Longstock.
Our Bed and Breakfast has a 5-Star ratings on bedandbreakfast.com.
13.8 miles from park*
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Anglers can enjoy freshwater fishing in the park's lakes and rivers. Species include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, perch and catfish.
Hessian Lake is a popular spot for shoreline casting with trout as its main species.
The Hudson River offers opportunities to catch striped bass or Atlantic sturgeon during their seasonal migrations.
Ice fishing on Hessian Lake provides winter fun when conditions permit; anglers target yellow perch primarily at this time.
Bear Mountain State Park is located near Beacon, Carmel and Chappaqua
1. Picnic Groves: The park has several picnic groves that are equipped with tables and grills, perfect for family gatherings or group outings.
2. Hessian Lake Area: This is an ideal spot to have a lakeside picnic while enjoying the beautiful views of Bear Mountain's surroundings.
3. Perkins Memorial Tower area: You can also choose to take your food up here where you'll be treated with panoramic vistas as you eat.
4. Trailside Museums & Zoo area: After visiting the zoo and museums, there are plenty of spots nearby where one could set out their spread under shady trees overlooking scenic landscapes.
5. Picnic Pavilions: There are two large pavilions available on rent which come handy during larger events like reunions or parties.They need reservation beforehand though!
6. Bear mountain Inn Outdoors: If not carrying own food,one can enjoy outdoor dining at 1915 Restaurant located within Bear Mountain inn premises .They offer delicious menu alongwith stunning lakefront view.
Birdwatchers can enjoy spotting a variety of species, including warblers and hawks. The park's diverse habitats such as forests, wetlands, and open areas attract different bird types throughout the year. There are several trails suitable for birding with varying difficulty levels to choose from. During migration seasons in spring and fall, raptor sightings increase significantly due to its location along major flyways.
Ramapo Equestrian Center
1152 Haverstraw Rd
Suffern, NY
+18453547669
Bear Mountain Carousel
Seven Lakes Drive
Bear Mountain, NY
+18555481184
Hikers trade the trails for a quick spin on hand-carved wooden black bears, bobcats, and trout inside a breezy pavilion framed by Hudson Highlands forest.
8.5
★★★★★
★★★★★
(8.5 out of 10)Cortlandt Farm
2267 Crompond Rd
Cortlandt, NY
+19147881036
Shoppers grab fresh-pressed cider and wander past open-air greenhouses overflowing with seasonal perennials, local sweet corn, and fresh-baked pies.
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Shady Tree Farm Market
89 Mount Airy Rd E
Croton On Hudson, NY
(914) 494-6256
Local trail walkers swing by this open-air roadside spot along Albany Post Road to grab fresh apples, bundles of firewood, and cold cider straight out of the wooden crates.
7
YAY Markets300 Railroad Ave
Peekskill, NY
Local vendors pitch open-air tents along the breezy Hudson shoreline, pairing craft shopping with direct access to riverfront park trails.
7
Yorktown Farmers Market
650 Lee Blvd, J V Mall management office
Yorktown Heights, NY
9143741471
West Point Town of Highlands Farmers Market401 Main St
Highland Falls, NY
Hikers coming off the nearby Bear Mountain trails hit Main Street on Sunday mornings to fuel up on raw Hudson Valley honey, crisp orchard apples, and fresh-baked sourdough.
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Buchanan Sports
251 Albany Post Rd
Buchanan, NY
(914) 739-0772
Matt's Tire Svce
57 Route 9W
Haverstraw, NY
(845) 429-3861
Matt's Sporting Goods
244 Route 9W
Haverstraw, NY
(845) 429-3254
Haverstraw Bicycle Shop
27 New Main St
Haverstraw, NY
(845) 429-7607
Woodbury Field & Stream Club
Schunnemunk Rd
Highland Mills, NY
(845) 928-3477
West Marine
91 S Rte 9W Ste 3
West Haverstraw, NY
8454297095
Woodbury Historical Society
543 NY-32
Woodbury, NY
+18459286770
Hikers tackling the steep ridges of nearby Schunnemunk Mountain often stop by the 1911 Gatehouse museum to check out vintage maps of forgotten 19th-century iron mines and local trail networks.
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Hudson Highlands Nature Center120 Muser Dr
Cornwall, NY
+18455345506
Over three miles of quiet forest trails wind past Cornwall's wetlands, leading straight to live owl feedings and a sprawling play area built from fallen logs and boulders.
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Oscawana Marina
96 Dunderberg Rd
Putnam Valley, NY
(845) 528-0758
Launch a kayak off the wooden docks at sunrise to snag largemouth bass across four hundred acres of quiet, tree-lined water.
6.5
★★★★★
★★★★★
(6.5 out of 10)Pedal Peekskill404 S Water Street in between Taco Dive Bar and Peekskill Brewery
Peekskill, NY
(914) 575-2453
Hollowbrook Travel
11 Oscawana Lake Rd
Putnam Valley, NY
(845) 528-1123
Town Lyne Motel
2381 Crompond Rd
Cortlandt Manor, NY
(914) 737-8202
Arrow Park Inc
1061 Orange Tpke
Monroe, NY
(845) 783-2044
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We found the hiking to be great with wonderful views, but the main part of the park was closed because it was full.
For 1 1/2 hour drive from New York City, you can expect nature at its fullest. It has winding and spectacular road that leads to the park and you can enjoy picnic by the lake while your kids spend time playing at the playground! I saw some people celebrating weddings, baptism, birthdays by the lake. I hope these are permitted.
The park has Lots of trails that vary in difficulty to casual stroll to very challenging. You can drive your car to the top for a wonderful view all the way to Manhattan. The park also has frequent activities. Oktoberfest was quite awesome! The park also has a zoo. A must see for anyone living in lower New York
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