The trail starts at the Fort Lee Historic Park Visitor Center, passes the George Washington Bridge, goes down the cliff along a shore trail that passes back under the bridge, and loops back up the cliff and back to the Visitor Center. It's surprisingly rugged. For a kid-friendly version, just turn around before you go too far instead of a doing the full loop. There are nice overlooks from the top of the Palisades. Check out the hiking map.
Built atop a former landfill and within throwing distance of the NJ Turnpike, you might not think it's a park worth visiting, and you would be mistaken. Featuring 3.5 miles of walking trails and restored wetlands set against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline, nearly 300 species of birds have been observed in the park. Don't miss the Marsh Discovery Trail, a 1/2 mile boardwalk path through a tidal salt marsh. The park also has a World Trade Center Memorial Grove. Check out the trail guide.
The Cedar Swamp Trail is a 1.5 mile loop around the bog, the Cedar Swamp. Check out the Cedar Swamp Trail Guide with a map and descriptions corresponding to numbered posts on the trail. This is a kid-friendly hike.
This classic 14 to 16 mile round-trip Yosemite hike with 4,800 feet of elevation gain can be done as a day hike or backpacked with an overnight camp at Little Yosemite Valley. Whichever way you do it, you must have a relatively hard-to-get permit to go up the most famous and exhilarating part at the end - the cables that will guide you up the last 400 feet of smooth, steep granite (bring grippy gloves). Most people doing a day hike will start early before sunrise - so make sure you bring a headlamp (you should always carry one anyway). On your way up, you'll pass the majestic Vernal and Nevada Falls, Liberty Cap, Half Dome, and--from the shoulder and summit--panoramic views of Yosemite Valley and the High Sierra. See the Half Dome hike page from Yosemite National Park for more information. Getting a permit For day hikers, permits are available by lottery in March, with a limited number available two days in advance. Backpackers, including those who want to camp in Little Yosemite Valley, should request a Half Dome permit with their wilderness permit. 2016 Half Dome Hike 2015 Half dome Hike
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