Mt. Beacon Fire Tower Trail

Mt. Beacon Fire Tower Trail is an out and back trail located near Beacon, New York that will give you a great workout with rewarding views. Most of the trail is at about a 20-40 degree incline and leads to a fire tower on top of the mountain. Those brave enough to climb to the top of the tower will get a stunning 360 degree view of the Hudson Valley. Even if you do not climb to the top of the tower, you will have a grand view of the valley. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on leash.

Scenery: 8/10

Difficulty: 7/10

Distance: 4.4 miles

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

Location: Beacon, New York

Trailhead GPS coordinates: 41.49371, -73.9597  (main parking lot)

Individual Rate (1 hiker): $90

Individual Rate (2-5 hikers): $70

Individual Rate (6-10 hikers): $60

Individual Rate (11-20 hikers): $40