Breakneck Ridge Trail
Clarence Fahnestock State Park / Hudson Highlands State Park

Up for a challenge? Take a hike on the Breakneck Ridge Trail, a rugged trail that offers wide, stunning views of the Hudson River, Palisades Park, some Catskills peaks and the Shawangunks. During the spring and summer season, wildflowers bloom near the trail. The views don’t always come easily, since portions of the trail require scrambling and some steep ascents. But the payoff is well worth the effort. There are great views from the ridge at the end of the trail, and there are some impressive vistas along the way, especially if you save the easier but longer bypass trail for the return. Locals call this one of the best hikes in the state. You can also break this hike into two days and camp overnight, call for reservations. The Breakneck Ridge trail is accessible by train from NYC with a Metro-North stop near Beacon.

For more information, contact: (845) 225-7207.