π One - Day Trip to Bear Mountain (Round - Trip on the Same Day)
Let's get the group together! π Suggested Itinerary (Taking Bear Mountain as an example) 07:00 Depart from New York 08:30β11:30 Climb to the top of Bear Mountain, take photos of the autumn leaves, and visit Perkins Tower ππΈ 12:00β13:30 Lunch (Have a picnic or dine at Bear Mountain Inn)ππΈ 14:00β15:30 Take a lakeside walk or go boating at Hessian Lake 16:00β17:30 On the way back, stop at Cold Spring village for coffee and shopping 19:00 Arrive back in New YorkππΈ π Travel Tips Best time: Late September to mid - October is the peak season for autumn leaves in New York State Clothing: Bring a jacket due to the large temperature difference between morning and evening; hiking shoes are more comfortable Preparation: Bring your own snacks, water, and sunscreen; if you like taking photos, you can bring a droneππΈ Avoiding congestion: There are more visitors on weekends. It is recommended to travel on weekdays or set off early ππΈ Parking: The parking fee at Bear Mountain is about $10, and both cash and credit cards are accepted #NewYork #Connecticut #GreatPlaceForHiking