Beacon, New York
Top Spots in and near Beacon
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Rockaway, New Jersey
Hike the Timberbrook Pond - Riley's Rise Loop
5 mi / 500 ft gainThe trailhead parking is at the end of Timberbrook Road, before the road enters Camp Winnebago (Boy Scouts). I hiked this in a clockwise directions starting on the Timberbrook Trail (yellow markers). After about 1 mile the trail ends at a junction with the Four Birds Trail (white markers). Turn...Read more -
Salisbury, Connecticut
Explore Riga Falls
The best part of the adventure is finding this hidden gem also known as Riga Falls. Riga Falls is actually one of Connecticut's lesser known waterfalls, but arguably the most scenic. A helpful hint is that the waterfall lies beside dirt road, keep your ears open! I've already said too much, happy...Read more -
Elka Park, New York
Hike to Plattekill Falls
0.5 mi / 137 ft gainJust outside of Elka Park, New York, Plattekill Falls is accessible from Albany and New York City alike. This is a great hike for families and all skill levels. The falls are spectacular year-round, but the best time to visit is in the spring. From the trailhead, walk left past the red house unt...Read more -
Frankford, New Jersey
Picnic at the Sunrise Mountain Pavilion
This pavilion is one of the key features along the New Jersey section of the Appalachian Trail. There is a parking lot a very short hike part way down the mountain, but I recommend backpacking in from a different area to take in more of the beauty of the trail, mountains, and views in this area. ...Read more -
Elka Park, New York
Hike to Huckleberry Point
4.54.5 mi / 644 ft gainThis is a 4.5 mile hike that is great for hikers of all skill levels. Because it is short and not overly difficult, beginners will enjoy this hike. There are some steep sections that will get your heart pumping, though, and a stunning payoff is waiting for you at the end.From the trailhead, follo...Read more -
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Hike the Dyckman Hill/Carpenter's Grove Loop
4.04 mi / 400 ft gainThis loop hike can be started from several different places. I chose to start from Allison Park which overlooks the Hudson River in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. From the parking area, walk out to the entrance road and travel south to Saint Peter's College. The Long Path Trail, which you join from All...Read more -
Elka Park, New York
Backpack the Eastern Half of Devil's Path in the Catskill Mountains
5.014 mi / 3900 ft gainThe Eastern half of Devil's Path has four major summits: Indian Head, Twin, Sugarloaf and Plateau. Each summit is a straight climb up and down, then back up to as much as 3,900 ft. There are some sparse sections of level ground, but most is a steep descent uphill or steep slide downhill. Your ...Read more -
Elka Park, New York
Backpack Devil's Path in the Catskills
24.2 mi / 9000 ft gainDevil's Path is roughly more than 24 miles long, althought it feels like an eternity of milage. Going thru the summits of Indian head, Twin, Sugarloaf, Plateau, Hunter, and Westkill Mountains.Its brutal. Its painful, Its unique. Be prepared for anything and everything. You will encounter wild lif...Read more -
Elka Park, New York
Hike Indian Head Summit via Jimmy Dolan Notch Overlook
4.9 mi / 1512 ft gainThe view from the summit of this hike is incredible. Bring a sack lunch and a camera - you'll want to stay for a while! This trail is open for use year-round and provides great snowshoeing in the winter and fabulous wildflowers in the spring and summer. This is also a great location for birding!Read more -
Elka Park, New York
Hike Twin Mountain
6 mi / 1586 ft gainThe DEC Parking lot, is located at the very end of a dead end, along Prediger Rd. Start at the trail head to the right of the trail kiosk and sign in sheet. The trail starts out very easy going as you approach the base of Twin. At mile 0.25, you’ll hit a junction where you’ll turn RIGHT towards T...Read more -
Canaan, Connecticut
Explore Great Falls
3.00.5 miStumbled upon Great Falls in the Falls Village section of Canaan, CT. The stunning 50ft waterfall doesn't disappoint. very easy hike from parking lot, you must cross the river in order to get close for bottom view. Hop on top of turtle rock and relax as the waterfall tumbles in the distance.Read more -
New York, New York
Explore the Met Cloisters
5.0The Met Cloisters is an art museum owned by the Met that boasts religious (mostly Catholic) art from a range of time periods as the building used to function as a cloister for monks. The inside of the Cloisters museum is a castle-like building that can be visited for a small ticket fee (suggested...Read more -
Boonton Township, New Jersey
Hike Pyramid Mountain to Tripod Rock
4.0This is a fun hike that is great for the entire family. The trails are really well maintained and Tripod Rock is a pretty amazing feature to check out. You can hike to the rock and follow your steps back to the parking lot for a 3 mile round trip or continue along the trail for a 4.4 mile loop. I...Read more -
Litchfield, Connecticut
Photograph Daffodils at Laurel Ridge
Laurel Ridge is a private owned Farm , the owners are generous enough to let people visit these flowers so please be respectful of there rules. You may see the Daffodils from Sunrise-Sunset and usually fully bloomed Early April-May. Laurel Ridge is the perfect way to start Spring, the smell and ...Read more -
Elka Park, New York
Camp at Sugarloaf Mountain in the Catskills
4.06 mi / 1500 ft gainBegin by parking at the end of Mink Road in Elka Park (GPS:N42 08.593, W74 09.479). It will be a .7 mile hike to camp. Follow the rocky woods road to the junction where there is a SPRING sign. Continuing straight will take you to the water source. If you do not need water, turn left when you see ...Read more -
Salisbury, Connecticut
Bear Mountain Loop
4.56.05 mi / 1516 ft gainAt 2,316 feet, Bear Mountain is the highest peak in Connecticut. The peak is about a half-mile south of the Massachusetts state line on the Appalachian Trail. The views are great. On a clear day you can see some of the peaks in southern New Hampshire. The remnants of a stone tower are on the summ...Read more