Hook Mountain State Park
Rockland Co.
New York
Hiking Trails:
Long Path: Green blaze
Total Time: 0:45 hour
Estimated Distance: 1.3 Miles
Pros: Good climb and great river views
Cons: None
Hike Type: Figure 8 Loop
Level of Difficulty: Slightly difficult
Google Maps of Parking:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/fZCjmaoNXZhwxty58
This is a great loop hike that is short and sweet. I parked at the end of the road at Rockland Lake landing, and took the Long Path up the mountain towards the south. Near the top there is an unmarked spur trail that goes along the top of the cliff area with amazing views of the Hudson River along the ridge. I continued along this trail back to the Long Path, and then took the Long Path back down. I then took a short unmarked Spur to the road and then walked along the road back to my car.
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| Map of the Route |
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| Plaque about the Knickerbocker Ice Company on the Former Site |
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| Ruins from the Knickerbocker Ice Company |
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| Ascending the Long Path |
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| View of the Hudson River and Ossining |
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| View Facing West |
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| View Across the River |
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| Tappan Zee Bridge |
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| Steep Cliffs |
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| Boys Scout Equipment Along the Trail |
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| More Ruins |
