Cost: $20 per hiker

9:45 AM - Arrive at trailhead parking lot

10:00 AM - Hike start time

12:30 PM - Estimated hike end time

12:45 PM - Food and drinks at Brookside Tavern & Smokehouse

Hiking

If you are looking for a quick and easy hike with great views, then this one is it! Overall, the climb up to the viewpoint on Hook Mountain is not a challenging one. The steepest part of the trail is right at the beginning and it levels out fairly quickly. The majority of the trail is a mix of dirt and small rocks that make the hike easy going. The total elevation gain is about 900 feet with rewarding cliffside views of the Hudson River and the surrounding Hudson Valley. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 7/10

Difficulty: 5/10

Distance: 4.2 miles

Estimated hike time: 2.5 hours (including pictures and breaks)

Location: Nyack, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.1437, -73.91245 (plug into GPS as address)

Social

Brookside Tavern & Smokehouse is a 10 minute drive from the trailhead. This place is a traditional American pub with local craft beers, great bbq, and outdoor seating. I can personally vouch for their delicious wings!

As stated in their website, “The Kitchen is run by our KCBS sanctioned Competition team and catering company 'Hocus Smokus' They bring you mouth watering bbq, and some of the best American cuisine you can get with their Hocus Smokus twist.”

Address: 107 Route 303 Valley Cottage NY, 10989

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