On a clear day, you can see the New York City skyline from the highlands region just up the Hudson River. Whether it’s the endless vistas, the thrill of rock climbing, or taking a step back in time at the many military battlefields and historic sites, the Palisades Region offers so much to do and see.
Palisades Interstate ParkwayBear Mountain, NY 10911-0427845.786.2701
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Beaver Pond offers campsites, some with a raised platform, for up to two tents and six persons per site; select sites can accommodate a trailer or RV up to 30 feet long. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring with flip top grill, and there are shared full-service bathrooms centrally located. Located in Harriman State Park and adjacent to Lake Welch, the campground offers convenient access to swimming beaches, hiking trails, and neighboring state park facilities. Visitors can experience the natural beauty of the Lower Hudson Valley, while having the ease of access to local shops, historic sites, and countless seasonal events.
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Sebago Cabin Camp on Lake Sebago has rustic cabins in a heavily wooded area, great for that away-from-it-all experience. There are also two full-service cottages. Visitors can rent boats, swim, bike, hike and play tennis. The city skyline, miles of trails and outdoor adventures, all closer than you would imagine, can be found in the Palisades.
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Harriman State Park, located in Rockland and Orange counties, is the second-largest state park in the system and boasts the Appalachian Trail running through it. Among its 46,000 acres, the park includes two camping areas and a network of group camps. There are over 200 miles of hiking trails and 31 lakes and reservoirs with two beaches for you to cool down in after you have hiked the trails, as well as plenty of lakes to go boating and fishing. The park offers miles of streams and scenic roads, scores of wildlife species, and breathtaking views and vantage points. Harriman State Park’s major facilities include Lakes Welch, Tiorati, Kanawauke and Silvermine, the Anthony Wayne Recreation Area, Sebago Cabins and Beaver Pond Campgrounds.
