Long Path/River Trail Loop to Summit of Hook Mountain

Nyack Beach State Park

Long Path/Hook Mountain Bike Path Loop to Summit of Hook Mountain - Photo by Daniel Chazin Long Path/Hook Mountain Bike Path Loop to Summit of Hook Mountain - Photo by Daniel Chazin Long Path/Hook Mountain Bike Path Loop to Summit of Hook Mountain - Photo by Daniel Chazin Long Path/Hook Mountain Bike Path Loop to Summit of Hook Mountain - Photo by Daniel Chazin

This loop hike climbs to the summit of Hook Mountain on the Long Path, with outstanding views over the Hudson River, and returns via a trail that runs right along the river.

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Proceed to a kiosk at the northern end of the parking area and continue north for 250 feet on the River Trail. Here, a sign in a grassy area and three white blazes on the left mark the start of the Boulders Loop. This white-blazed trail ascends on a dirt road, passing concrete foundations on the left that afford a view of the Hudson River, and continues uphill on switchbacks. After a level...

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Trip Reports

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April 09, 2020
5
Great Hike
This was a great hike! However, once you reach the summit, the trail blazes are yellow - there is no other way to continue. You continue on and then the yellow ends and long path is once again visible...
tekgirl02
August 28, 2018
4
Fun, quick hike! My friend
Fun, quick hike! My friend and I complete it in about three hours with a longish stop for lunch since there were tons of great picnic tables right along the Hudson once you descend.
justalizmartin
March 28, 2017
5
Great Hike
Viewpoints along the cliffs were incredible. Full views of the hudson river and Nyack below. Just make sure to watch your step.
bromli
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