When is it best to go hiking than in warm spring weather? At this time of the year, nature itself calls you to leave New York and visit picturesque places.
We have prepared a selection of the best places for hiking that are located near the city. But what’s the best way to get there?
It is most convenient to go to each of them by car. And even if you don’t have one, it’s definitely worth renting it. RealCar New York is a top-end car rental service, which has already been tested by thousands of satisfied customers. Here you can choose a premium car to your taste and go hiking wherever you want.
Top 10 hiking destinations
Our ranking of the best hiking spots near New York looks like this:
- Breakneck Ridge – this place is only 60 miles north of the city, which means it will take you about an hour by car to get there. The hiking trail is 3.2 miles long. The name of this place really justifies itself. A rather difficult hike with stunning views of the Hudson River awaits you.
- Anthony’s Nose – to get to the beginning of this path, you need to drive about an hour by car along the Hudson Line. The path to the top takes only 1.3 miles, but at the same time, it is quite steep and contains a stone staircase. At the top, there is an observation deck with a great view of Bear Mountain Bridge. For those who are not tired of the climb, there is a continuation of the hiking route for a few more miles.
- Bonticou Crag – this route is further away, about two hours north of New York. It starts with a trail through fields and forests and is 2.3 miles long. At the end of the hiking path, you will discover its pearl – Bonticou Crag itself.
- Suffern-Bear Mountain – this hiking trail starts at Suffern, NY. The road here will take about an hour, and you can spend it comfortably by taking Cadillac Escalade for rent or another premium car in RealCar. Suffern-Bear Mountain Trail covers 23.2 miles and ends in Bear Mountain State Park. Such a trip takes at least 2-3 days and is suitable only for trained hikers.
- Pine Meadow Trail – this path begins 46 miles from New York in Harriman State Park. This hiking route is 10 miles long and some experienced hikers can complete it in a day. The key point of the route is Pine Meadow Lake shore, which offers very picturesque views.
- Old Croton Aqueduct Trail – to start this path, you need to get into Yonkers first. The full route is 26.5 miles, but there is a short 10-mile version. Despite the length, this path is not very difficult and is more like a walk than a hike. At the end of it, there is a picturesque dam with a stunning view.
- Lake Skenonto Loop – this forest path is suitable for those who want to take a break from city life and spend the day on the banks of the lake. This root starts near Lake Skenonto in Harriman State Park. The road is not very difficult and takes 8.1 miles.
- Carpenter’s Loop – this is the road from the Englewood Cliffs down to the shore of the Hudson. It is quite short – only 5.5 miles. At the same time, here you can enjoy not only nature but also the history of the United States because this trail passes Fort Lee Historic Park.
- Arden Point and Glenclyffe – it is a short 3.8-mile journey including a waterfall, bamboo forest, and views of the Hudson River. This route is best known for being used by Benedict Arnold. He escaped through it during the Revolutionary War.
- Storm King Mountain – this hiking trail is located in Storm King State Park, home of the impressive Storm King Mountain. Its advantage is that there are several options for the trail with different levels of difficulty and everyone can choose the level they need. The average length of the path is 2.6 miles.
