The photo below was made at the West Mountain Shelter in Harriman State Park, NY on a recent hike by Harriman Hikers for one of our regular Sunday Hikes.
West Mountain has an elevation of about 1200 ft and from the shelter, looking southeast, spectacular views of the Timp (the mountain to the left), the Hudson River and several small towns in the area may be seen.
Elsewhere on West Mountain, looking east-northeast, one can see Bear Mountain and the Perkins Memorial Tower; if you are in the right position and you look closely, you can see the Bear Mountain Bridge *just* peeking around the south end of Bear Mountain.
Harriman Hikers
A New York – New Jersey Singles Hiking Club, Established 1974
www.harrimanhikers.org
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GORP – Hudson River Valley, New York
GORP – Hudson River Valley, New York: “DESTINATIONS
Hudson River Valley
Outdoor Adventures between the Big Apple and Albany
By Claire Pamplin
Hudson Valley
In 1609, Captain Henry Hudson sailed his ship the Half Moon up a river between banks rich with thick, dense foliage. Today, lush woods still blanket the hills, just as they did 400 years ago. Steep banks continue to forbid easy access inland, and the notorious winds in the Highlands region continue to play fierce games with boats.”
The Hudson River
The Hudson River: “Welcome to the Hudson River. Its castles, historic mansions and century-old lighthouses that recall a more romantic era. Its steep cliffs, rolling hills, highland plains and sandy beaches. Its thousands of acres of parkland. Its boating, fishing, swimming and hiking. Its peaceful shores and lively festivals. Its tiny hamlets and great cities. The number of things you can do, see and enjoy on its water and shores is almost without limit.”