Peaks and Viewpoints in Hudson Highlands State Park

Scenic Peaks & Views

This collection highlights the most prominent hiking destinations within Hudson Highlands State Park, stretching along the east bank of the Hudson River. The terrain features rugged granite peaks, including the challenging rock scramble of Breakneck Ridge and the 1,651-foot summit of North Beacon Mountain. These trails offer strategic vistas of the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge, West Point Academy, and the early 20th-century ruins of Bannerman's Castle on Pollepel Island, set against a backdrop of dense hardwood forests.