Hudson Highlands State Park

Natuurreservaat · New York, 🇺🇸 Verenigde Staten

Oppervlakte 36 km²

Tijdzone America/New_York

Officiële website parks.ny.gov/parks/hudsonhighlands

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Hudson Highlands State Park Essentials

Hudson Highlands State Park preserves a dramatic stretch of the Hudson River valley, characterized by steep granite peaks and significant American history. This collection features the challenging rock scrambles of Breakneck Ridge and Mt. Taurus, alongside the ruins of Bannerman Castle on Pollepel Island. Cultural landmarks include the minimalist art collections at Dia:Beacon and the Federal-style architecture of Boscobel House. The list also covers Revolutionary War history at Fort Montgomery and panoramic views from the Mt. Beacon Fire Observation Tower.

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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.

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Historic Sites & Ruins

The Hudson Highlands contain a dense concentration of military and industrial history overlooking the Hudson River. This collection features the Revolutionary War fortifications of Fort Montgomery and the 19th-century rifled Parrott Gun, a staple of Civil War artillery. Architectural ruins include the Scottish-style Bannerman Castle, once used for surplus ammunition storage, and the Northgate estate of Edward Cornish. For panoramic views of the valley, the Mt. Beacon Fire Observation Tower provides a restored vantage point atop South Beacon Mountain.

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Hudson Highlands State Park — Kaart

Praktische informatie

Valuta: Amerikaanse dollar USD $ · Betalen met kaart · Algemeen geaccepteerd
Noodnummers: 911 Politie · Ambulance · Brandweer
Elektriciteit: Type A / Type B
120 V · 60 Hz

Talen: Engels
Kraanwater: Veilig om te drinken
Rijrichting: Rechts
Landnummer: +1