Cost: $20 per hiker

8:15 AM - Arrive at Breakneck Ridge trailhead parking lot

8:30 AM - Start hike up Breakneck Ridge

12:00 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:15 PM - Food and drinks at Round Up Texas BBQ

Hiking

Breakneck Ridge Trail is the hike of all hikes in the Hudson Valley. This 3.7 mile looped trail will send you scrambling up a rocky incline within the first 5 minutes. You are rewarded with spectacular views of the Hudson River as you climb to an elevation of approximately 1,200 feet. The trail descends steadily through the forest on a less rocky terrain. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 9/10

Difficulty: 10/10

Distance: 3.7 miles

Estimated hike time: 3.5 hours (including pictures and food breaks)

Location: Cold Spring, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.44570, -73.9797 (plug into GPS as address)

Social

Round Up Texas BBQ is a 10 minute drive from Breakneck Ridge trailhead. This place is a simple hidden gem that offers brisket, ribs, beer, wine, and more. 

As stated in their website, “Route 9 seems an unlikely location for Texas-style dry-rubbed, hickory-smoked brisket (marbled or lean), sausage (spicy or mild) and ribs so tender the meat barely clings to the bone, but Round Up Texas BBQ is the real deal.”

Address: 2741 Rte 9, Cold Spring, NY 10516

Registration: Submit the electronic form named “Registration” under “Hiking Socials” above.