🍁 One - Day Trip to Bear Mountain (Round - Trip in One Day)(2)

🌿🌟• Optional Activities: • Bear Mountain Zoo (A small zoo, free of charge, perfect for a leisurely stroll) • Merry - Go - Round (A vintage - style carousel) • Trailside Museum & Zoo (A combination of a natural history museum and a zoo) 🍃🌸 • Relax by the lake, enjoy a coffee, and take some photos • Drive back to Flushing in the evening 🎒 Essential Items to Bring • Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots • Water, snacks, and a picnic blanket (if planning to have a picnic) 🌿🌟 • A jacket (it can be windy and chilly at the summit, especially in the fall) • Camera or smartphone (the autumn scenery is perfect for photography) 🍃🌸 • If visiting on the weekend, it's recommended to start early to avoid full parking lots 📸 Photography Spots Recommendations • Reflections by Hessian Lake (the best combination of autumn leaves and lake views) • Perkins Memorial Tower Summit Viewpoint (panoramic views of the Hudson Valley) • Scenic Overlooks (multiple stops along the way for photos) • Exterior of Bear Mountain Inn (the stone building with autumn leaves makes for great shots) #NewYork 🌆 #Connecticut 🌟