Tallman Mountain State Park — Attraction in Town of Orangetown

This is a beautiful location. There are 2 pools, one for the kiddos and a big one. They are on separate areas so you truly have to choose on which side you'll go. The kiddos pool is very shallow everywhere so it's very nice for the little ones but it makes it hard for the adults who accompany the little ones to be able to enjoy it at all. The big pool is too deep for the little ones to play alone but it's ok if you're with them all the time. There is sand around the kiddos pool which is awesome because it gives that beach feel and the kiddos can play in it, but that also means that the kiddos pool is full of sand as well. There are tables and umbrellas and you can order drinks and food while chilling which is super nice. The drinks and food are quite decent. I am giving 4 stars because of the following reasons. Both pools could be cleaner. It's very common to see hair floating around. Same goes for the big bathrooms. It's quite disgusting and it's so hard to flush that most people end up not doing it so it becomes even more disgusting. They have some silly rules. Like, no floaties for the kids are allowed. They have a specific type that if you don't have you can rent from them for $10/day. In my opinion the only reason why they won't allow floaties is to make money. Once the pool closes and you try to go to the big bathrooms/locker rooms to change they have the entrance closest to the pool locked. That way you waste more time and they have to wait for you longer while giving you the dirty look. For 15minutes every hour they get all the kiddos out of the big pool for "adult swim". You can imagine how smooth that goes with the little ones. It sucks that you need to choose which side you'll go and not have the 2 pools closer together. You're not allowed to bring in any food or drinks, which I totally get, but they give you a hard time for the kiddos snacks as well. A bit too much. Despite all that, I love it and I'll...

An easy hike of approximately 4 miles, with dramatic views of the Hudson River and the Tallman Estuary. Starting from the municipal parking lot in Piermont, walk south along the Sparkill River and over a bridge next to a playground and through the entrance to Tallman Mountain State Park. At the north entrance, you will be in Sparkill Notch. Geologists surmised this only breach in the Palisades, was formed a million years ago by an event which, for a time, rerouted the Hudson River west, forming the Notch and reaching the ocean from this direction, possibly through Pascack Valley, although this is not clear. The park also has a municipal pool. When you reach the pool, a half mile in, take the high road behind the pool and choose a path south for another mile and a half. The evening sun sets the meadows ablaze, along the Hudson, below the cliffs and can cast your shadow for hundreds of feet. I was under the impression that is why it's called Tallman. Actually a little research told us Tallman was a British lord commissioned by the king of England in the 1600's to oversee a large tract of land in Pennsylvania. Tallman relinquished his title and commission to marry a colonial commoner and settled in this area. The widest path is an interpretive trail with placards describing a rich variety of various trees and their characteristics. The narrow ridge trail treats you to beautiful views of the Hudson River and the estuary below a 120 ft cliff. It seems you will have the best views in the winter months when trees are bare, and...

Fair view but unfortunately there's a huge amount of overgrowth of large shrubs& trees blocking the majority of the view of the beautiful majestic Hudson River, need to be trimmed and zome trees cleared. Sadly the entire Hudson River veiw is now completely blocked. A small portion of the West side of the Hudson at Tappanzee Bridge is visable. Very disappointing it wasn't this way 25 years ago from Atop Tallman Mountain. The tree covered picnic area has many tables for picnics for small or large groups and outdoor fires. $6 entrance fee. Restrooms available. And walking trails. In the lower section at the bottom of the mountain is a public pool and entertainment area. Many public and private events, call for info. Below are pictures from Atop The Mountain. As you can see in one of the photos, the is very minimal view of river, the rest of the park is completely tree covered at Mountain's Edge quite a bit disappointing due to tree over growth blocking the vista. It was fabulous many years ago you had a phenomenal view here with only a few trees. Going to Piermont is the better bet if you want a view of the bridge and river at water's edge for a gorgeous view of the enchanting historic Hudson Valley and River. You can walk to the end of the pier there or drive back to the road that leads to the long island that juts out. Its a better opportunity if you want great river views close to the water. There are...