Monument was a peaceful and fulfilling experience. The trail was steep in sections, especially the stairs at the beginning, but the effort was well worth it. Along the way, the views opened up beautifully, and reaching the top brought a true sense of calm and accomplishment. The fire tower offers stunning 360° views of the Hudson Valley absolutely breathtaking.
There were some historic remnants along the way that gave the trail even more character, and despite its popularity, it still felt serene. If you’re looking for a quiet, scenic hike with a bit of a workout, I highly...
Read moreWhat a hike! 1.66 miles with 1243' ascension that included a staircase of 200 steps. Geocaching brought us here and again afforded us an area we may have never known about.
Awesome views, great history.
A tough climb and well worth it!
Dogs are allowed here on...
Read moreBit difficult to find as it's tucked behind an old abandoned radio signal booster, but persist. Just walk around the fence and you find the monument and great views past Poughkeepsie and the Catskills. Easiest approach is from the...
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