The Top 20 Attractions around Nyack
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Nyack. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Nyack is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
South County Trailway
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
A gateway cycling route from New York City to Upstate New York. The asphalted route has some freshly paved segments but there are also a couple of bumpy ones.
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Hudson River Waterfront Trail at Nyack Beach State Park
Highlight • Trail
Roughly a mile and a half of (mostly) empty handpicked gravel. Totally doable on a road bike. If you take the turn up to Rockland Lake beware the 12% gradient …
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Cuomo Bridge Bike Path
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Separate bike/pedestrian way since June 2020. While I didn't like the surface in the beginning, it got better over time. There is a 15 mph speed limit for bikes.
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Peanut Leap Cascade
Highlight • Waterfall
Peanut Leap Cascade Park is a picturesque, nestled in the Palisades Interstate Park, with breathtaking views of the Hudson River. There is a 2.8-mile trail that winds through historic ruins, …
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Nyack River Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Nyack Beach State Park features a flat, two-mile multi-use path along the Hudson River, which is also part of the Hudson River Valley Greenway. The Nyack River Trail offers scenic …
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South County Trail (Elmsford to Tarrytown Lakes)
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This is a beautiful section of the North County Trail that runs between Elmsford to Tarrytown Lakes. At the north end of this section, the trail intersects with Tarrytown Lakes …
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Joseph Clark Rail Trail South of Sparkill
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
As of June 2024, this stretch of rail trail is rather smooth with the exception of some cracking and bumps here and there. Felt fine on 25mm road tires — the whole rail trail is very rideable.
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Woodlands Lake - V. E. Macy Park
Highlight • Lake
Pretty, scenic spot to stop and watch waterfowl and have a snack on your way up and outta the city. There are benches and picnic tables here around the reservoir, …
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Tarrytown Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Beautiful lake, at the eastern end there is a kayak rental in summer. A short boat trip loosens up the cycle tour and cools you down.
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New York State Bike Route 9 – Tappan Zee Bridge Section
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
This section of the New York State Bike Route is a popular stretch, especially around the Tappan Zee Bridge. It attracts many cyclists on weekends.
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North County Trailway (New Croton Reservoir to Briarcliff Manor)
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
This is a beautiful section of the North County Trailway, where you get to ride surrounded by trees and along the small Echo Lake.
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