Manhattan residents can escape the city and be in the park's rugged mountains on the Hudson River in about an hour.
The Appalachian Trail climbs stiffly to the summit of Bear Mountain. Check out the view of the Hudson River from Perkins Tower, and enjoy berries in mid-summer.
The historic Bear Mountain Inn overlooks Hessian Lake and provides fine food and overnight accommodations.
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There’s more to New York than the city of eight million. Hit the road for a week to discover the hiking, climbing, boating, and beauty of the Empire State.