



Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve visitor center
Cold Spring
Rocky scrambles and elevation gains reward hikers with commanding Hudson River vistas. The rugged trails challenge even fit dogs, but the payoff views are worth every step.
Challenging rocky trails
Sweeping river views
Dog-friendly hiking
Scenic rest stop
Tips
🏞️"sweeping views across the river"
🐕trails are doable for fit, agile dogs
⏱️budget 5 hours for 3,000+ feet elevation
Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve visitor center
Cold Spring




Rocky scrambles and elevation gains reward hikers with commanding Hudson River vistas. The rugged trails challenge even fit dogs, but the payoff views are worth every step.
Challenging rocky trails
Sweeping river views
Dog-friendly hiking
Scenic rest stop
Tips
🏞️"sweeping views across the river"
🐕trails are doable for fit, agile dogs
⏱️budget 5 hours for 3,000+ feet elevation