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Jesse Y.

Best hike imho. Easy parking with breathtaking view of the bridge. The hike is perfect with just the right amount of climbing and walking, good for all ages.

Lourdes M.

One of the best hike we had. A great views of the Bear Mountain bridge, the mountain and Hudson River as rewards after the hike. Definitely worth the trip. Coming from downstate NY is not that bad. About an hour and half drive from our location.( Southern Queens) . There is no intended parking lot if using the Camp Smith trail only parking in the shoulder. If coming earlier, you may get lucky getting a spot just like what happened to us. It is a bit steep in the beginning and the walking stick helped me a lot. I need to made several rest along the way but once passed that particular climb, it has been an easy path after. Bring drinks and snacks as the trail takes about an hour to climb , about half hour to soak in the views and another hour to go down. A recommended trail for a beginner like me.

Yeimi D.

This is a great hike. Beginner's friendly. Its a Moderate hike but it has steep incline at the beginning. Then it levels up for a bit. There are signposts thaindicates where the trail spit and very easy to follow. I recommend you come early in the morning as it is a busy trail and parking might be a problem. And the trails might get crowded. Parking is on the side of the road except where there are no parking signs. They do give out tickets This place have Amazing views at the overlook. You will love it.

Hudson valley view from top
Allana D.

Everybody loves Anthony's nose! It's definitely not as easy to get up as it used to be with quite a few fallen logs now blocking the way and some erosion creeping up here and there but it's still a great path. I think of it as the hardest easy path in the area ... as in, if you're able bodied and like hiking it's not a problem but I wouldn't take it for granted that everyone will love it etc. Everything else, that I know of at least, is either a pretty gentle walk or a more intense climb. It's a great sweet spot because you feel like you moved afterwards but you're not dead or anything. And the views are gorg. Check it out! And don't be afraid to smile on the path if you see someone you don't know. Stranger danger is so 80's, people.

Noel M.

Anthony's Nose: One of the most popular hiking trails in the Hudson River area. There are two starting points/trailheads for this hike, one is along 9D and one is along route 202 (camp smith parking), I took the Camp smith parking area, just a heads up, limited cars only, probably 5-7 can fit if cars are properly parked. If you took either of the two it will lead you to the peak with amazing views of the Bear Mountain bridge. From the Camp smith trailhead, just follow the blue blazes marker. You will be able to pass through an area near a New York Sate Military live firing range, KEEP OUT!!!! Anyway, you will see a few warnings posted along the trail. The trail is just a 2.6 miles out and back. Difficulty of the hike is about 6/10. It is important to pace yourself and just enjoy the nature around. One section of the trail intersects with the Appalachian trail. It will take you about 2 hours to finish this trail out and back. If you want to enjoy the view at the top and soak in the terrific view + the hike will take you about 3 hours. Once you reach the peak you will enjoy the fantastic overlook view, you will notice an American flag which was placed there. This is a pleasant trail to hike for everyone, not that far from NYC.

Views of Bear Mountain across the Hudson River and Bear Mountain bridge.
Olivia K.

With the pandemic still going on, Anthony's Nose is a good decent hiking spot that's not so far of a drive (about 1hr away) from NYC. Thankfully the trails were not too crowded when I went around 2-3pm. PARKING I found cars parked along the road and in front of the trailhead #2. I don't think there is a specific parking lot, but just found a bunch of cars parked along highway 9D. TRAIL - Trail up to the top of Anthony's Nose is basically just following the blue markers on the tree. - The trail itself is fairly rocky with some elevation. There were dogs on leashes and kids on the trails, so definitely not the most challenging hike out there. Just be careful on the way down. I found myself slipping a little. - There are signs warning of ticks, so always check your skin while on the trails. But with a little caution, you will be fine. - There were some points which seem like the top because people were sitting on the rocks and there was a decent view, but the real summit is where the flag is. From the top, you can see views of Bear Mountain, Bear Mountain bridge & the Hudson River.

Hsin-Yi W.

Anthony's Nose is definitely one of the best hiking places around NYC and the drive is not bad about 2 hours. The trial is challenging and not easy for beginners. We don't recommend to visit with elders or kids. It took us about 1 hour to finish the trail. The view from the top is amazingly magnificent and memorable. It's the best spot to enjoy the views of Hudson River and Bear Mountain.

Gorgeous view at the top

The hike is a little tougher than anticipated, I recommend to bring your walking sticks. The view at the top is worth it!

She made it!
Kathy V.

I originally wanted to go to Bear Mountain, as there are more trail options, but was told that there was a lot of damage from previous flooding so it may not be the safest. Someone suggested Anthony's Nose and I went n checked it out. On Christmas Day, I just wanted to squeeze in some light physical activity and fresh air and still make it back in time to prep for dinner. Anthony's Nose was to me considered an easy and short hike, with some incline in the first half. It was enough to get some cool air and enjoy the view. I loved how fresh it felt up there. Once I got to the top, it was a nice moment for a light snack or lunch. Plenty of rocks and places to sit , considering the influx of crowd it was getting. Arriving at 9am, it was a great time to go because it wasn't too crowded. I'm glad I started my hike before others did, we were maybe the 3rd car parked in the area upon arrival. The trailhead may be hard to find at first, but if you come from the bridge and go down 9D, you'll see the kiosk/trailhead on the right side. I can imagine how beautiful this may be during the fall... coming on a day that was a day or two after some rain may not be the best idea since some parts can get muddy and slippery. It's doable though as there are an ample amount of rocks and logs that friction up the mud. Dog and children friendly/doable. Great spot for a quick nature fix!

Mareena P.

Great hike with a great view! The hike up to Anthony's nose was steep and rocky but the view at the top made it all worth it. Would recommend on a beautiful fall day!

View at the end
Jing K.

2 mile hike ending up with great views of the Hudson River and valley. Parking on the shoulder along route 9, just be careful walking back to the trail head. The first 1/3 of a mile after you climb up the intial flight of stairs is a dirt path followed by a half mile of steep stepsv and rocks. Just take your time and it should be no problem as you see plenty of small children and older adults navigate it. Once you reach the top the final mole is just a nice level hike until you reach the clearing offering views of the Hudson River and West for miles.

View at the top of the bridge
Nicole M.

This was a perfect hike that isn't super long, it is steep the first .06-.08 mile but we were at the top within the hour and we stopped a bunch of times along the way. There is not a parking lot so you do have to park on the shoulder of the road. It is a pretty busy road but I felt safe leaving the car on it. Waze does not lead you directly to the trailhead but with AllTrails it brought us directly to the opening. A few minutes before the trailhead they do have a few scenic pull offs that might be worth checking out. One viewpoint did have porta potty's but they were locked durning the week but worth a try since there is no bathrooms at the trailhead. I'd recommend hiking sticks they made it so much easier especially when coming back down. The view at the top has plenty of spots to sit even if it's a little crowded. There isn't much shade so wear sunscreen and definitely pack a lunch. You can easily sit here for an hour or so. You get a really cool view of the bridge and water.

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Eric R.

Distance: 2.5 Miles (Round Trip) Elevation Gain: 654 FT One of my absolute FAVORITE short hikes with a breath taking view of the Bear Mountain bridge and Hudson. This is my go to hike that I take ALL my noobs on when I'm introducing my love of hiking to others. It's like when you take someone fishing and you pick the very best lake so that they don't hate it afterwards. Hiking is the same, you don't want to take someone on a hard hike with a shit view cause they will hate you & hiking altogether. Seriously! What's amazing about this hike is not only that it's short, not very difficult, has an absolutely stunning view at the top for that instant gratification but you can even change this hike up to make it a challenge. Taking the marked trail up will have you hiking about 2.5 miles round trip with some elevation gain but nothing that would deter a new hiker. Once I intro a new hiker to this route we return and attempt climbing the rock face of Anthony's nose right by the bridge (near gate/fence). Climbing the rock face gets you to the top much faster but it's a much more strenuous route which makes this a great short hike to challenge a new hiker. I suggest taking the noobs up the marked trail first then see if they want the extra challenge of climbing the rock face near bridge to get up faster while increasing the difficulty a little. I love, love, love this short yet gratifying hike!!

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Breathtaking views of Hudson River & Bear mountain bridge. Very crowded tho, which was only negative.

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Third time doing this hike, it never disappoints. A little sleep but view is worth it. Park at the mid way point

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Excellent hiking spot. Views are awesome. Will certainly visit again. Love this place!

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Great hike. Difficult but doable. Big payoff when you get to Anthony's Nose. Would do it again, would recommend to anyone anywhere.

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A great, challenging-yet-doable hike that ends with an unbeatable view of Bear Mountain.

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Bathrooms Open? And parking?

Bathroom is always open, just pick your favorite tree. Parking is along side road just avoid the no parking zones marked by no parking signs.

Is it good for dogs?

Yes I saw a bunch of people with their dogs on the trail

Where do you park for Anthony's nose?

Along side road but be sure it's not where no parking signs are posted. Signs are fairly clear.

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Bear Mountain State Park

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Avoid at all costs while they are doing construction. It's impossible to actually get to a trail…read morehead. And there is no one in any of the offices to actually offer help. They should have warned us many trails closed or detours when we paid the parking fee. While not much I would have skipped the $10 feet since we actually didn't do anything during our trip as all the trail heads were too far

I've known about Bear Mountain State Park, not too far north of New York City as the crow flies,…read morefor a while. On a temperate holiday weekend, I drove up here with a friend who had been here many years ago, but didn't remember much about it. It's really not that far. With the exception of Long Island stretching over 100 miles, everything in the Tri-state New York area seems more compact than out West ... when traffic is flowing well. The state park is on the west side of the Hudson River and we reached it by continuing up the Palisades Parkway from New Jersey. I recommend going midweek if it's summertime. During other times of the year, every day should be okay if it's not a holiday. We were driving along on this landscaped highway, complete with stone arch bridges as if the Merritt Parkway, and it was going fairly smoothly until we got to the base of the mountain. On this holiday weekend, state park employees were preventing or metering how many vehicles could continue on the access road upward. We drove along aimlessly on nearby roads for a short while and then tried again. Luck prevailed in that the roadblocks had just been removed and we were able to drive up Bear Mountain. Other reviewers mention the pool, the lodge, and other recreational facilities in addition to lakes and trails, but we came here for the summit and its view. The road up is a windy one, so proceed cautiously. If anything, the natural environment here reminds you that there's a very different world outside of and not very far from New York City. There will different types of of vegetation and wildlife here and, with its name Bear Mountain, there will indeed be bears, but not of the type that are likely to "meet and greet." Up at the top of Bear Mountain is a rusticated stone tower - the Perkins Memorial Tower - as well as limited parking, trails, and benches. On this holiday weekend, the tower was closed to the public. The views available from the trails were still captivating and made it worth the trip. But I'm sure going up to the top of the tower would just give you a better view over the surrounding vegetation. In addition to the views, the topography, and the natural environment, the diversity of the people here is amazing, and I mean that in a good way. It went without saying that, in addition to people visiting from outside the area, many of those present who do reside in the Tri-state New York City area may not be native to the U.S. Thus, it's always interesting to try to figure out where they're from ... at least it is for me. I'm saving the best for last. After parking the car near the tower, descending on the trails on the slope of Bear Mountain gave a faint view of Manhattan's skyline over the hills and valleys in front of us. I was mesmerized by this. Autumn is most likely my favorite season and this state park could be a fine place to take in autumnal color midweek when there's "coffee weather" - cooler, comfortably overcast, and with fewer people. Picking up the car, having lunch, and driving up here chewed up the lion's share of the day. As such, we later crossed the Hudson on the Bear Mountain Bridge and ended up in Westchester County, thus shortchanging the time dedicated to seeing some of its highlights. I've been to Westchester County before, but for more "official" purposes, and realize more and more that it's worth going back to ... and exploring it slowly as well. Crossing the Hudson River into Westchester County and driving through it heading south made for an interesting way to reenter New York City. You can see that you're presented with what is an interesting loop trip: crossing the Hudson and up through New Jersey toward the state park and back down south, remaining in New York State ... or up through New York State, crossing the Hudson toward the state park, and then back down south through New Jersey. Either way, you can't go wrong with a well planned trip to scenic and verdant Bear Mountain State Park.

Anthony’s Nose - hiking - Updated May 2026

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