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Rating breakdown
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5 ★86%
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Beacon Overlook?
- Beacon Overlook is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 346 reviews.
- Where is Beacon Overlook located?
- Casino Trail, Beacon, NY 12508
- How can I contact Beacon Overlook?
- Website: scenichudson.org
A bit tough to hike, definitely bring water and hiking boots, we went when it was little icy, i would say the hike will be harder than expected but once at the top, wow what a view!
Challenging trail, make sure to bring good hiking shoes and water. This is a practically vertical hike on slippery dirt and rocks. Come prepared and you'll be rewarded with an amazing view of Beacon, Newburgh, the Hudson river, shawangunk ridge and Catskill Mountains.
Came here in October & November of this year. Both times were on a Saturday but never too crowded. The path starts out with an inclined walk near the trailhead, followed by stairs and then a a very steep rocky path. The walk up to the Overlook is strenuous and definitely caused me to stop several times to catch my breath. I would not recommend for beginners but definitely can be done if you're in good shape. The view at the Overlook is pretty and on a clear day you can see for miles.
If you have any energy left I recommend you continuing the walk to the Fire Tower. This path is no where as tough as the first climb but it'll take you about an extra 20 mins to get to the tower. The view at the tower is amazing and you'll probably have to wait a while to climb it because of the crowd. It's extremely windy up there and you may feel the tower moving. Yes, I chickened out and didn't make it to the top.
There are many restaurants nearby in Beacon that you can walk in as you are and recharge. Definitely will be coming back to this area.
If you have any energy left I recommend you continuing the walk to the Fire Tower. This path is no where as tough as the first climb but it'll take you about an extra 20 mins to get to the tower. The view at the tower is amazing and you'll probably have to wait a while to climb it because of the crowd. It's extremely windy up there and you may feel the tower moving. Yes, I chickened out and didn't make it to the top.
There are many restaurants nearby in Beacon that you can walk in as you are and recharge. Definitely will be coming back to this area.
Really enjoyed this challenging hike! Took about an hour up and about 20 mins down. Trail was well marked. I’m a pretty active person, but this was a very steep hike. Nice views once you’re at the top.
The city of Beacon, New York as a whole is worth the day trip and/or weekend getaway for many folks; this overlook is one of the main reasons for such a trip. I'm unsure of a typical timeframe one should hike at certain feet above sea level, but 30 to 40 minutes to look at the view felt exhausting, yet worth it. Not bad for my first time, but what do I know. The view is nice and the abandoned railway summit nearby makes this a landmark. I wonder how many folks took photos and utilized them beyond social media.
One of my favorite hikes, but not for the unprepared! Wear spikes on boots in the winter. Poles are great to protect your knees - especially on the way down. You can see the Manhattan skyline on a clear day. Definitely worth the effort to get to the fire tower.
First time doing this hike and it was very rewarding. Steep incline going up, definitely not a casual hike. Be prepared with good hiking boots or sneakers with good grip and plenty of water. Views at the top are spectacular especially during autumn. Be cautious on the way down, as it can be slippery with lots of loose rocks on the trail. Will definitely be coming back here for a good workout
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