Hiking trails near New York City with Hudson Valley views
16 Trails Within 200 Miles

Best Hikes Near NYC

Escape the city! 16 incredible hiking trails from the Catskills to the Hudson Valley, all within a day's reach of Manhattan.

Closest: 38 miles
Drive Time: 1-3 hrs

Hiking from New York City

New York City might be concrete jungle, but incredible hiking awaits just outside. The Catskill Mountains, Hudson Highlands, and Harriman State Park offer everything from easy riverside walks to challenging peak-bagging adventures—all accessible for a day trip.

Many trails are even reachable by Metro-North, making car-free hiking possible. Whether you're training for bigger mountains or just need to escape the city, these 16 trails have you covered.

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Closest Trails to NYC

Quick escapes from the city

Bear Mountain
1,289 ft

Bear Mountain

3.9 mi
3.3 hrs
1336 ft
Moderate View
51 min
Anthony's Nose
900 ft

Anthony's Nose

3.4 mi
2.5 hrs
456 ft
Moderate View
52 min
Storm King Mountain
1,340 ft

Storm King Mountain

2.5 mi
2.1 hrs
892 ft
Moderate View
61 min
Breakneck Ridge
1,260 ft

Breakneck Ridge

0.3 mi
0.2 hrs
- ft
Hard View
63 min
Wittenberg Mountain
3,780 ft

Wittenberg Mountain

19.5 mi
14.9 hrs
3867 ft
Hard View
117 min
Slide Mountain
4,180 ft

Slide Mountain

14 mi
12 hrs
5281 ft
Expert View
118 min
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Catskills & Upstate NY

The best mountain hiking near NYC

Wittenberg Mountain
3,780 ft

Wittenberg Mountain

19.5 mi
14.9 hrs
3867 ft
Hard View
Slide Mountain
4,180 ft

Slide Mountain

14 mi
12 hrs
5281 ft
Expert View
Overlook Mountain
3,140 ft

Overlook Mountain

3.9 mi
2.8 hrs
323 ft
Moderate View
Hunter Mountain
4,040 ft

Hunter Mountain

5.8 mi
4.7 hrs
1686 ft
Moderate View
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All 16 Trails Near NYC

Sorted by distance from Manhattan

Bear Mountain
1,289 ft

Bear Mountain

3.9 mi
3.3 hrs
1336 ft
Moderate View
38 mi
Anthony's Nose
900 ft

Anthony's Nose

3.4 mi
2.5 hrs
456 ft
Moderate View
39 mi
Storm King Mountain
1,340 ft

Storm King Mountain

2.5 mi
2.1 hrs
892 ft
Moderate View
46 mi
Breakneck Ridge
1,260 ft

Breakneck Ridge

0.3 mi
0.2 hrs
- ft
Hard View
47 mi
Wittenberg Mountain
3,780 ft

Wittenberg Mountain

19.5 mi
14.9 hrs
3867 ft
Hard View
88 mi
Slide Mountain
4,180 ft

Slide Mountain

14 mi
12 hrs
5281 ft
Expert View
88 mi
Overlook Mountain
3,140 ft

Overlook Mountain

3.9 mi
2.8 hrs
323 ft
Moderate View
91 mi
Hunter Mountain
4,040 ft

Hunter Mountain

5.8 mi
4.7 hrs
1686 ft
Moderate View
99 mi
Haystack Mountain
3,420 ft

Haystack Mountain

1.3 mi
0.7 hrs
459 ft
Moderate View
161 mi
Glastenbury Mountain
3,748 ft

Glastenbury Mountain

12.7 mi
5.1 hrs
1717 ft
Hard View
162 mi
Stratton Mountain
3,936 ft

Stratton Mountain

3 mi
1.7 hrs
1460 ft
Moderate View
170 mi
Mount Equinox
3,848 ft

Mount Equinox

3.7 mi
2.6 hrs
2695 ft
Hard View
172 mi
Mount Monadnock
3,165 ft

Mount Monadnock

3.6 mi
2.1 hrs
1885 ft
Moderate View
175 mi
Bromley Mountain
3,260 ft

Bromley Mountain

5.1 mi
2.2 hrs
996 ft
Moderate View
178 mi
Okemo Mountain
3,343 ft

Okemo Mountain

3.7 mi
2.3 hrs
2100 ft
Moderate View
194 mi
White Rocks
2,680 ft

White Rocks

1.9 mi
0.8 hrs
300 ft
Easy View
196 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best hiking near NYC for beginners?
For beginners, try Bear Mountain (easy with great views), Anthony's Nose (moderate with Hudson views), or trails in Harriman State Park. These offer manageable distances and elevations while still providing that escape-from-the-city feeling.
Can I take the train to go hiking from NYC?
Yes! Metro-North's Hudson Line provides access to several trailheads. Breakneck Ridge (Cold Spring station) and Bear Mountain are popular train-accessible hikes. Check the MTA website for weekend schedules.
How far are the Catskill Mountains from NYC?
The Catskill Mountains are about 100-130 miles from Manhattan, roughly a 2-3 hour drive depending on traffic. Leave early on weekends to avoid George Washington Bridge congestion.