Tag: Beacon Mountain
Breakneck Ridge - Hudson River, Notch Trail, Fire Tower, Wilkinson Memorial Trail
May 25, 2021
10.4 Mi • 2,894 Ft Gain • 391 Photos • 17 Videos
This was an amazing hike on a beautiful day. Since it was a Tuesday, I only ran into a handful of people the entire day, which allowed me to have a really peaceful hike and I felt like I practically had the park to myself. The views climbing up Breakneck were breathtaking. The trek up to the fire tower was fun and a challenge of its own. Being able to "hog" the fire tower gave me some really awesome shots. The second half of the hike heading back south is an oasis of quiet forest. Then being able to catch a few trains on video was the cherry on the top of an already perfect day.
Read MoreBeacon Mountain - Casino, Fire Tower, Scofield Ridge, Lambs Hill, Rainbow Falls
April 17, 2021
7.9 Mi • 2,300 Ft Gain • 219 Photos • 12 Videos
After the initial grueling hike up the mountain, the views of the Hudson River and surrounding area makes it all worth it. On top of that, exploring the ruins of the old Incline Railway, Hotel, and Casino gave an interesting perspective and history lesson. Looking out
from atop the South Beacon Mountain Fire Tower provides views as far as the eye can see, including the Manhattan skyline. When I made it to Rainbow Falls, I fell in love with the calming effect of the water cascading over the rocks and only left because there were other
hikers waiting to take photos and videos.
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