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Explore Long Dock and Dennings Point Parks
Beacon, New York
4.0
Long Dock and Dennings Point are two of the most popular parks in Beacon, that just so happen to be connected by a train track turned trail. Plenty of parking is available at Long Dock, and its a perfect spot to picnic, launch your kayak into the Hudson, or cast your line hoping to reel in the big one. If you are going to fish be aware that to fish in the Hudson you do need the fishing license ...
Hike the Scofield Ridge Loop
Beacon, New York
7.5 mi
/ 1850 ft gain
There are some great view points along this route. Start from the Mount Beacon Park trailhead parking area. This leads to the Casino Trail (red markers). The trail climbs steeply to some old ruins of a casino. Most of what remains is only the brick structure housing the mechanics for a trolley to the summit.
The Casino Trail ends on the Wilkinson Memorial Trail (yellow markers). Turn left ...
South Beacon Mountain via Casino Trail (Red)
Beacon, New York
3.81 mi
/ 1332 ft gain
South Beacon Mountain via Casino Trail (Red) is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Beacon, New York.
North Beacon Mountain and DAR Monument via Casino Trail
Beacon, New York
3.61 mi
/ 1286 ft gain
North Beacon Mountain and DAR Monument via Casino Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Beacon, New York.
Malouf's Mountain Camp on Mt. Beacon
Beacon, New York
7.02 mi
/ 2087 ft gain
Starting in the quaint town of Beacon there are a couple of options for hikes of varying difficulty. From the station the walk is about 1.5 miles to the trail heads, alternatively if you choose to stay the night at Malouf's Mountain Sunset Campground you can arrange for the host to meet you, take your packs and tents and drop you at one of the trail heads.
With three hikes to choose from you c...
Mt. Beacon Fire Tower
Beacon, New York
4.8
3.83 mi
/ 1332 ft gain
Mount Beacon is a very popular trail along the Hudson River, and for good reason. It offers a good workout, fantastic views for both sunrise and sunset (and of course the time in between), a recently rebuilt fire tower, and all with incredibly easy access right on the edge of a lively town.
The mountain has a designated parking lot (41.493900, -73.959934) with plenty of space, though on a beau...
South Beacon and Scofield Overlook via Casino Trail
Beacon, New York
5.37 mi
/ 1440 ft gain
South Beacon and Scofield Overlook via Casino Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Beacon, New York.
Casino, fire tower, Scofield Ridge, Lambs Hill, and Rainbow Falls Loop
Beacon, New York
7.17 mi
/ 1965 ft gain
Casino, Fire Tower, Scofield Ridge, Lambs Hill, and Rainbow Falls Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Beacon, New York.
Dennings Point and Klara Sauer Trail
Beacon, New York
4.87 mi
/ 233 ft gain
Dennings Point and Klara Sauer Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Beacon, New York.
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