Vast, non-contiguous nature area featuring hiking trails with sweeping views of the Hudson River.
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Hudson Highlands State Park?
- Hudson Highlands State Park is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 24 reviews.
- Where is Hudson Highlands State Park located?
- NY-9D, Beacon, NY 12508
- How can I contact Hudson Highlands State Park?
- Phone: (845) 225-7207
I had the good fortune of growing up in the area. The Cornish Estate fascinated me growing up, as did the old mines, quarries, and other homesteads. While in the area, don’t miss Bannerman’s Island, Mt. Beacon, and DIA.
It’s the great place to do hiking! Take a Bull Hill Full Loop Trail (do it counterclockwise) and you will be granted with beautiful views of the Hudson Valley and picturesque ruins of the Stern-Cornish Estate
Many great hiking trails here. The most popular is the "BR" trail (Breakneck Ridge), which is very steep for the first mile of the trail. Trail signs have been significantly improved since 2020. A new bypass trail "NH" (Nimham) was also added for those who want to head back to Route 9D after the steepest part of the white BR trail.
Take friends on this hike but don’t tell them about the Northgate ruins (the Cornish estate). It’s a hauntingly beautiful surprise after a challenging hike! A quick google search will turn up photos of what it used to look like and the tragic story behind the couple who lived there.
Loved the park - hiked the Bull Hill trail and went by the fascinating ruins of the Cornish estate. Well marked and maintained trails.
This park is awesome. Breakneck ridge is wonderful to climb, but is sometimes too popular. The Cornish Estate Trail and the Bull Hill trails are excellent. The ruins of the Cornish estate are fascinating.
The breakneck ridge hike is hard for the first 1.3 mile. Straight mountain climber style. Not recommended for the unprepared or weak. It is a tough climb to be honest.
First 1.3 mile is rock climbing.
Next 1.5 mile will descend but depending on which way you take. Otherwise it will be just steep muddy or rocky roads.
First 1.3 mile is rock climbing.
Next 1.5 mile will descend but depending on which way you take. Otherwise it will be just steep muddy or rocky roads.
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