This is a terrific trail! It begins with a nice, gravel trail, then transitions to larger rocks mixed with gravel. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being most difficult, Id rate this a 3 or 4, but with one caveat - the High Tor scenic overlook spot is more like an 8 or 9. To complete the trail, you have to cross it, and the sweeping, panoramic view is totally worth it. The Little Tor overlook is nice and less grueling, but its optional and not a necessary part of the hike. Except for the High Tor overlook, the trail is mostly covered with tree cover.
Classified as a moderate hike but includes scrambling up some pretty steep rocky trails. Loved the views. Saw some deer. Not crowded on the Sunday when we were there.
Short hike with some great scrambling with a nice view at the top.
This place helped me heal and grow so much. I have learned that to stay sober I have to give it away and to let go of what I can not control.
Easy hike with great views.
Nice park with great views. My husband and I had a lovely time hiking around this state park.
A 691 acre state park located in Rockland County. It has two peaks - High Tor and Little Tor. High Tor is 797 feet, which is the highest peak in all Hudson Palisades, can be easily accessible through Ridge Road. Little Tor, at 620 feet can be easily accessible at the South Mountain Road entrance. Both peaks offer views of Rockland County as well as Westchester County. The skyline of NYC can be seen at the summit of both peaks.
Park on top of Central Highway, then walk down the beautiful trail for maybe 1.5 miles. Then left up a short incline trail to some beautiful views of the river, the mountains, and NYC on a clear day. So nice!
Good place to hike.
Hiking on the Ridge is great. On a clear day you can see the Manhattan sky line. Generally you are in the shade as there is plenty of older trees. A great hike and aside from a few places pretty flat.
Great 360 views on high tor
Great hike!
Great woods for a lazy afternoon stroll
Great hiking
Beautiful view I always bring my pup for a nice hike workout
Love the door. Went there with my kids,Very captivating View
High Tor remains one of my favorite places, and Im not just saying that because its in my backyard (literally. In terms of hiking, the trails that run through it are a good challenge, though not so much as to give beginners too many problems. There are some offshoots, however, that will give you a rigorous hike if thats what youre looking for. The highlight of the trail is the views you get from several of the offshoots. Theyre spectacular! The best views of Rockland County, and on a good day you can see the beautiful Manhattan skyline as well as a huge swath of Westchester.
Good park, but pay attention to directions. The place we initially got to is not the park but a side road. Look at photos before so you will know you got to the right place. Worth the drive, just try to make it the shortest possible...
Phenomenal View
The day was less than stellar...had to pay for parking outside...it was complete disastrous and demeaning...after being at the park my significant other went to get his car to park inside the car was told that it was ok and upon his return...at the entrance he was met with hostility and disrespect...he was told he couldnt come in bc there was no place to park when there was a spot on hold for him...and to make matters worst he watched people driving in but he couldnt...He became discouraged and opted to just leave the area...the worst part its that hes not from new york...so this makes New York people look bad bc of the actions of two of their park employees....they were only letting women!!!...so sad
Loved it, nice and quiet picnic areas, grills allowed, and a great swimming pool.
Amazing trail, very well maintained.
Really nice
Amazing!!
Hiked the well-maintened Long Path along the ridge. Make sure to take the spurs for commanding views of the Hudson. Beautiful.
Thanks for sharing this Mark!
Wonderful park with trails that are challenging. I love the high winter views. Vigorous.
Clean locker rooms. Nice staff. EZ parking. Great fun. Pools are clean. Nice family spot.
Nice park, need some work.
Love the pool and the picnic area. Love the fact its out of the city but the people who sell the wristbands need to learn better people skills. Very rude. All in all great place
Not sure why, but Google maps led me to a private residence when I asked for directions. Eventually got to a parking lot on the road cutting across the mountain. Plenty of hikers along that trail, though that was south mountain park or something. Beware!
Good views.
Nice park with seasonal swimming pool.
One of my favorite spots!
Picture perfect views and clean
My niece Mishie near here, the best family gathering....beautiful home in a beautiful very scenic place.
Excellent place and great pool
Great place for a swim and to just hang out. The staff is very friendly
I hate it! Me and my mom went there to see my friends from my old school, but when I asked the lady at the desk why they didnt allow buses anymore, she accused me of shooting at the messenger and when the buses arrived, the people there told the group to leave. I was not the only one upset, my friends were too. My mom got into a fight with the people there and they told us to give our wrist bands back. I was crying hysterically, but a month later, my friend, Christopher told me that the people there made a big lie on us! Never go there!
A lot of traffic from NYC comming here. Ok pool. They need to renovate it. Nice place for the family. Come early on the weekends.
Its a good place for bbq, the pool is very clean and the staff was nice.
Good views!
A very cozy and quiet place to share with family with nature.
Really good place to enjoy with the family, but some area are small
Awsome trails
Beautiful
Very good place to spend time with friends and family
Lots of history in this park.
Great spot for hiking
Worst kept secret. Get there early or lose all hope of parking.
Nice place
Great
Great Park with perfect hiking and running trails.
Great place quiet away from the city and awesome staff
Well maintained trails.
Amazing views!
I worked on a TV show there.
Went there closed. 9-24-16. No reason. No one to call.
Love it!
This is located off the mountain Rd going to new city ny
Nice place.
People service at the pool area they were so rude.
Loved their pool
Awesome place. Love it.
Good !
Great place!