South Beacon Mountain via Casino Trail in Hudson Highlands State Park
The hike to South Beacon Mountain via the Casino Trail offers a memorable journey through scenic terrain and historic remnants. As you ascend, you’ll encounter views that stretch across the Hudson River, Hudson Highlands, and surrounding valleys, with several spots offering breathtaking panoramas. The trail features a blend of rugged paths, switchbacks, and remnants of the Mount Beacon Incline Railway, with highlights including the ruins of an old casino and a fire tower offering a bird's-eye view of the region. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Overlook
- Distance: 4.0 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,371 ft
- Maximum elevation: 1,568 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,375 ft
- Minimum elevation: 213 ft
- Moving time: 2 h 38 m
- Moving speed: 1.5 mph
- Maximum speed: 3.3 mph
- Total time: 3 h 53 m
- Global speed: 1.0 mph
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- Distance: 4.0 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,371 ft
- Maximum elevation: 1,568 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,375 ft
- Minimum elevation: 213 ft
- Moving time: 2 h 38 m
- Moving speed: 1.5 mph
- Maximum speed: 3.3 mph
- Total time: 3 h 53 m
- Global speed: 1.0 mph
About this trail
Name: South Beacon Mountain via Casino Trail in Hudson Highlands State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Coordinates: 41.48145 -73.95984 41.49355 -73.94215
Topography: Dutchess County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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