Named after George Wallbrdge Perkins, the tower atop Bear Mountain, commemorates his involvement with the Palisades Interstate Commission. We got access on our second attempt. At the first, the Ran…Full review by Imliooper
Jun 20, 2024
First of all, the road up to and back from the Tower, offers some wonderful views itself. The area around the Tower, however, is the real reward for the trip up. The views of the Hudson River Valley…Full review by RICART75
Aug 15, 2022
Drive up the hill and you will come to this amazing view point. Take a deep breath and enjoy the view from the top of the hillFull review by Sanjeev_Sharma
How long/difficult is the trail? My mother-in-law is 80 so we don't want push it too hard. thx
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It is more enjoyable for me to go by car too! There is some easier hiking once you get up there. There is a road that I think was the original road going up there that you can walk. To …
It is more enjoyable for me to go by car too! There is some easier hiking once you get up there. There is a road that I think was the original road going up there that you can walk. To find it follow signs for scenic view. The driving part ends at a roundabout. You can park there and then walk straight (you will cross the normal path). It is graded and makes for an easy stroll. It is about 4/5 of a mile each way.
Hi there I just wondered how long it takes to walk from the inn to the Perkins lookout and back? Much appreciated kind regards jo
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How long it takes all depends on which trail you're hiking. The Major Welch trail is steep and challenging. The rebuilt AT is steep but has excellent stone steps for 3/4 of the way. If …
How long it takes all depends on which trail you're hiking. The Major Welch trail is steep and challenging. The rebuilt AT is steep but has excellent stone steps for 3/4 of the way. If you're in shape and a decent hiker, it shouldn't take more than an hour. If you want to do the Major Welch up then AT down, that's about a 4 hour hike. And wear hiking boots.
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