New York

This out-and-back hike in Harriman State Park provides some great views and can be done as a day hike or a relatively easy and kid-friendly overnight backpacking trip.

This loop of Bear Mountain provides multiple panoramic views from all sides – of the Hudson River, Bear Mountain Bridge, Anthonys Nose, and Harriman State Park – and passes the interesting “Moon Walk” on the western face.

A 6 mile loop that climbs to Beacon Fire Tower and Lambs Hill filled with history, ruins, and views of the Hudson Valley and beyond..

An easy, kid-friendly hike around Liberty Marsh – an impoundment that attracts migratory shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors – with an optional 1 mile extension through puncheon walkway through swamp.

This hike offers dramatic views from the cliff “Almost Perpendicular,” visits the historic Claudius Smith Den, passes the interesting rock formation Elbow Brush and features panoramic views from the cliff Almost Perpendicular

A moderately-difficult hike filled with history, ruins, and panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and beyond from the Beacon Fire Tower.

This loop of Schunemunk Mountain follows two ridges with endless views from outcrops carved smooth by glacial action and dotted with pitch pines and visits the Megaliths – an interesting geologic feature.

Gertrude’s Nose & Millbrook Mountain is one of the best hikes in the region with an elevation gain of over 1500 feet.

It’s easy to see why Kaaterskill Falls is one of the most popular destinations in the Catskills. Paired with a loop to Inspiration Point along the Escarpment Trail, this is one of the most rewarding hikes, hands down.

Just to the south of Breakneck Ridge, Bull Hill (or Mount Taurus) offers rock scrambles and amazing views of the Hudson River, Storm King Mountain, Breakneck Ridge, and Cold Spring.