Westchester Outdoor & More

This hike should appeal to many as:

1. It is only 15 minutes from the Tappan Zee Bridge - we don't use the C word
2. It offers Views, Views and more Views

Estimated Distance - 5.5 to 6.2 miles groups

If you have been with me for (Fahnestock, or Ward Pound Ridge) you will be fine here. Not a beginner event -there is cumulative elevation for the day.

Note: Parking is limited - I am estimating 15-17 people unless you are part of a carpool

I can take people out of either Mt. Kisco or Tarrytown - (Tarrytown CVS) lot close to the Bridge)

Since parking is a premium, I will put added weight on those with a solid history of attendance and those that are part of a carpool. Also -I am seeing a spike once again in people who double-book Meetup Events if that is you -you may not make the cut for this hike.

Everyone starts on the waitlist - I will wait a day or two before filling out the list.

Trailhead GPS Coordinates
41.144342,-73.909621

Or simply use - Knickerbocker Fire House - 86 Rockland Lake Rd, Valley Cottage, NY 10989 - that is the address for the fire station -right next to the trailhead

Driving Directions - From Westchester via the Tappan Zee Bridge

Take the Palisades Interstate Parkway north to Exit 4, and turn left at the bottom of the ramp onto US 9W. Continue north on US 9W for about 10 miles (2.8 miles beyond the intersection with NY 59 in Nyack).

At the bottom of a hill, turn right and enter Rockland Lake State Park.

Continue ahead on the main park road, which curves to the right, and proceed for 1.4 miles to a three-way intersection.

Here, the main road bears left, but you should continue ahead onto Landing Road (marked by a “No Outlet” sign).

After passing a fire station to the right, park in the spaces provided on the right side of the road, just before a barricade across the road.

Note: Parking at this location is limited to about 30 cars.

Suggested Donation - $2.00 - Can Venmo Steven-Tartas

Phone - 914 772-5230 - Please text me if this is your first event with the group - I need to know where you have hiked recently before I can add you

On the day of the hike, please do not leave messages on the meetup site. If you need to contact me -please text

We will do a 1.5 - 2 HR hike at a moderate to fast pace.

Terrain: Easy to moderate, mainly rolling hills.

Equipment: You should bring a change of footwear for your ride home

Distance: Approximately 4-5 miles

Pace: Moderate to Brisk. Although this is a beginner hike, and nobody gets left behind, we tend to walk at a brisk pace. Please assess your ability to keep this pace before signing up.

Meeting location: We will meet at the the MAIN Parking lot for the Rockefeller State Park Preserve.

The Parking lot is located on the south side of Route 117 approximately halfway between Route 9A to the East and Route 9 to the West. There are gates and stone walls at the entrance, a large horse-trailer parking lot, a little toll booth, a visitors center and a bathroom building. We will meet at the restroom building in the parking lot.

(http://nysparks.com/parks/59/getting-there.aspx)

Latitude: 41.112919 Longitude: -73.836517

Cancellation notices: I will cancel by 2:00 pm if the weather looks dicey or if the hiking conditions are not great.

Pets: Friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome. The park requires dogs to be leashed at all times. It is possible that we will encounter one or more horses with riders or carriages.

(http://nysparks.com/parks/attachments/RockefellerRockefellerStateParkBrochureandMap.pdf)

Liability Waiver: This is a fun and interesting group of people that enjoy hiking and socializing, it is not organized by a professional hiker.
Hiking or outdoor activities have inherent risks. Your participation in our hikes or other events could be dangerous and can result in serious injury, medical emergency, even death.
You agree to participate in this event completely at your own risk and to take full responsibility for your own safety and well being, including those of your guests.

Rockefeller State Park Preserve
125 Phelps Way · Pleasantville, NY
How to find us
Meet in the main parking lot.

"At Pocantico Hills...where the fine views invite the soul...I have spent many delightful hours, studying the beautiful views, the trees and fine landscape effects of that very interesting section of the Hudson River..." Mr. John D. Rockefeller, Sr. Random Reminiscences

Description

Fast paced hike. Approximately 2 hours, over 6 miles and possibly over 7 miles. (No two hikes are identical.) There are early outs.

Terrain: Easy to moderate, mainly rolling hills.

Cancellation notices: If cancellation is necessary, it will be posted on the afternoon of the hike, or sooner.

Pets: Friendly, well behaved dogs are welcome. The park requires dogs to be leashed at all times. It is possible that we will encounter one or more horses with riders or carriages. They have the right of way and you are expected to control your dog.

Liability Waiver:
Hiking has risks. Your participation in our hikes or other events could be dangerous and can result in serious injury, medical emergency, even death.
You agree to participate in this event completely at your own risk and to take full responsibility for your own safety and well being, including those of your guests.

Rockefeller Start Park Preserve Web Site (http://www.parks.ny.gov/parks/59/details.aspx)

Rockefeller State Park Preserve Trail Map (http://nysparks.com/parks/attachments/RockefellerTrailMap.pdf)