Harriman State Park — Attraction in Town of Stony Point

Harriman State Park is an absolute gem for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. As a nature lover, I couldn't have asked for a better destination to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. With over 47,000 acres of pristine wilderness, the park offers a vast playground of natural wonders waiting to be explored.

The diversity of landscapes in Harriman State Park is astounding. From dense woodlands to serene lakes and rugged hills, every hike and trail unveils a unique and breathtaking scenery. The park's extensive network of trails caters to all levels of hikers, from leisurely strollers to seasoned backpackers seeking challenging terrains.

One of the highlights is the picturesque Lake Welch Beach, perfect for cooling off during hot summer days or simply lounging by the water's edge. The park also boasts numerous campsites, providing an opportunity to experience the great outdoors under a blanket of stars.

The wildlife sightings in Harriman State Park are a treat for nature enthusiasts. I've encountered deer, foxes, and a wide array of bird species during my visits, making every hike an exciting wildlife-spotting adventure.

Whether you're an avid photographer, a birdwatcher, or someone seeking solitude in nature, Harriman State Park caters to all interests. The serene and tranquil environment allows for introspection and relaxation, leaving you rejuvenated and reconnected with nature.

I must mention that the park's facilities and amenities are well-maintained, including restrooms and picnic areas, ensuring a comfortable experience for visitors. The park rangers are friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to provide assistance and information about the park's history and natural wonders.

Overall, Harriman State Park is a true haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Its untouched beauty and accessibility make it a perfect destination for day trips or weekend getaways. I highly recommend anyone seeking a rejuvenating escape into nature to explore the wonders of...

A friend told me about this state park, when I was looking for a spot with fall foliage that wasn't too far of a drive. It's about an hour outside of NYC, so it's perfect for a day trip.

My husband and I got here at around 11 am on a Sunday and it was pretty packed, expectedly so. The parking lot is small so it was already filled up, but everyone was parking on the side of the road. Even that was pretty filled up, so I'd recommend driving a little past the trail head, making a U-turn, and parking across the street. The closest spot we found was about .5 miles from the trail head, which wasn't bad walking there, but did seem like an eternity when we were walking back to the car.

We did the Reeves Brook Loop Trail (4.9 miles), which I found on All Trails (highly recommend this app!). It is a bit confusing because the loop goes from white to blue to orange to red, so you really have to pay attention to where the paths divert. There's nothing to really see along the way but the views at the top are terrific! However, you do have to actually climb some rocks to get to the top, but it was doable. We were able to do so without any equipment. The trail itself was really only crowded near the trail entrances. Other than that, it wasn't too bad. Most people were respectful and wearing masks.

The all trails app mentioned that there was a lake, but it's not actually along the trail. You have to actually drive quite a bit (maybe 5 minutes or so) past the trail head to get to the lake.

It might be getting too cold for me to do another hike this year, but I wouldn't mind doing some of the other...

I am very disappointed with this place. I have been Camping here for 30 years. Is a shame that this place have gone down hill in the management aspect. I was just there for a week. During the week been several sites occupied and not one Ranger drove by to check on the campground. I arrived on my day of reservation i was given my campsite permit but to my surprise when we arrived to the site there was people occupying my site. These people where supposed to have left the site by 11am, I arrived at 1pm. Management at office suppose to go around the campground and enforcing the rules for departure obviously they didn't say anything to the people occupying my site. Came the weekend and we had very inconsiderate neighbors that was very loud and drinking alcohol ( alcohol not allowed) till 4:30 in the morning. I called the night Range station at 2:40am to complain about the loud noise the ranger took 15 minutes to drive up but he did not stopped at their site to tell them that some one was complaining. These people saw the rangers coming so they keep the noice down. The ranger did not say anything to them so they continue to make noise till 4:30 am. The management and rangers where not doing their job like they have been doing for many years. I might look for other campground to go because i was very upset the way things are...