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Mount Beacon "Scenic Hudson Valley"


Beacon

Dutchess County


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Mount Beacon Park
Beacon, Dutchess County
Hudson River Valley, New York State

Mount Beacon Park was created on land preserved by Scenic Hudson in the City of Beacon and Town of Fishkill. Totaling 234 acres, the parcels were purchased in 1995 and 1998, respectively. Mount Beacon towers above Beacon and Fishkill at the northern gateway to the Hudson Highlands.

From Scenic Hudson: Beacon, Dutchess County (234 acres) "The trail up Mount Beacon is steep, but ocassional switchbacks make the aerobic workout manageable. The hike actually begins on a staircase following the course of the Beacon Incline Railway, in the early 20th century the world's steepest funicular and one of the Hudson Valley's prime tourist attractions. Observation platforms atop the stairs preview the treat awaiting those who reach the summit — sublime vistas stretching from the Hudson Highlands to the Catskill Mountains. After a rest, you can explore the ruins of the incline railway's powerhouse or follow a short trail leading to a monument commemorating a signal fire built atop the mountain during the Revolutionary War. It was one of many beacons, spanning from the Highlands into New Jersey, intended to warn of British troop movements. (This one gave the mountain and city their names.) The adventurous can hike to Scenic Hudson's adjacent Fishkill Ridge, whose rugged trails afford long-range glimpses of the Highlands and even Manhattan's skyline. And a mile from the summit is the newly restored Mount Beacon fire tower, where on a clear day you can see from the Big Apple to Albany. Mount Beacon Park is maintained in cooperation with the Mount Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society."

Things To Do at Mount Beacon Park
Birding | Bird Watching
Hiking Trail to Mount Beacon's summit. (One + miles up - for hikers with good endurance.)
Nature Study
Picnicking
Portable Toilets
Scenic Views

    Point of Interest
    Mount Beacon Park is a Revolutionary War reference.

Special Attraction at Mount Beacon Park
The Beacon Incline Railway Restoration Society is working to return the ride that was destroyed in a 1983 fire.

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After a day of hiking, walking, or studying the wildlife, pack a picnic from the produce at a Farmers Markets in Dutchess County. Or dine at one of the many excellent restaurants in Dutchess County New York.


Location: Beacon

Audubon | Beacon Audubon | Dutchess Birding | Hudson Valley
Gardens, Nature Centers & Nature Trails | Beacon Gardens & Nature Centers | Dutchess Gardens, Nature Centers & Nature Trails | Hudson Valley
Hiking Trails | Beacon Places To Hike | Dutchess Hiking Trails | Hudson Valley
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Picnicking | Beacon Picnic | Dutchess Picnicking | Hudson Valley
Preserves | Beacon Preserves | Dutchess Preserves | Hudson Valley
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