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About New York City Hiking

Hiking doesn't just mean trekking to the top of the Empire State Building or to your seventh floor walkup. There are some great hiking options right in Manhattan, and if you're willing to go outside the city a bit, there are even more.

For the ultimate stair workout, Fort Tryon in uptown Manhattan has some epic rock stairs and weirdly technical paths-it's also right near Inwood Hills Park, which has some excellent technical trails and singletrack.

But if you're looking for a full day-long hike (or overnight adventure), you'll want to go north to Bear Mountain and Harriman State Park where you can find some amazing hiking trails, gorgeous views of the city and the Hudson River (from the highest point at Bear Mountain) and even hop onto the legendary hiker paradise of the Appalachian Trail. There are camping options available at Harriman if you want to make a weekend out of it, and the trails range from beginner-friendly to wickedly technical.

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Verkeerderkill Falls and Ice Caves - Hiking

Enjoy the Ice Caves and their unique geological features, found in few places on Earth. Finish the day up with a hike through scenic pine forests to finally view 187’ high Verkeerderkill Falls.

Difficulty

3 of 5 diamonds

From Downtown

67.2 miles

Duration
Hither Hill State Park

This state park on the eastern tip of Long Island offers excellent hiking trails that take advantage of both the beach views and wooded diversity.

Difficulty

2 of 5 diamonds

From Downtown

103.6 miles

Duration
Minnewaska State Park

There is a ton to do at this park, with its numerous carriage roads and footpaths for hikes, horseback riding, biking, and trail runs. The beautiful and picturesque Lake Minnewaska is prime for swimming and summer day camp excursions.

Difficulty

2 of 5 diamonds

From Downtown

69.2 miles

Duration

At your leisure -- there's lots to do here!
Terrance Pond Loop - Hiking

The Terrance Pond Loop is a scenic 4.7-mile trail within the Wawayanda State Park, about an hour and a half from New York City.

Difficulty

4 of 5 diamonds

From Downtown

39.0 miles

Duration

There are wonderful points around Terrance Pond to sit and gaze for a few hours too.
Bull Hill & Little Stony Point

Only 1.5 hours away, this hike just outside NYC makes you feel like you are in another world. Whether by car or by the beautifully scenic Metro North train ride, the Bull Hill (and Little Stony Point) trails are a must-see for those NYC-ers seeking an easy day trip out of the city.

Difficulty

2 of 5 diamonds

From Downtown

Duration

Depending on the trails you take up Bull Hill, your day can be short or long
Norvin Green State Forest

Babbling brooks, rocky hilltop clearings with views of NYC, and even a mini waterfall -- Norvin Green State Forest has a ton to offer those seeking a day trip escape into the wilderness.

Difficulty

2 of 5 diamonds

From Downtown

Duration

Lots of trails to wander, so you can make this adventure longer if you like