オレンジ郡の天然記念物・トップ7

No, it's not "the" intersection in NYC, but a rock in Harriman State Park, NY. It's well-known/named because it's prominently located at the junction of several hiking trails, including the Long Path, Arden-Surebridge (red triangle/white), and Ramapo-Dunderberg (red dot/white). It's now a landmark, where hikers can access the Appalachian Trail via various routes. A nice stop in the middle of the woods.

Just a quick 450-foot detour off the Appalachian Trail, this viewpoint offers a perfect spot for a snack break while taking in stunning views of Bear Mountain State Park. From the rocky outcrop, you can see the Hudson River and the vast forest below.

Schunnemunk Mountain reaches up to an elevation of 1,664 feet, but the best views come just after the summit. Turn down the spur trail named "Monoliths Trail" and walk to the end (it's just a couple hundred feet long). This summit has a huge clearing that offers pretty expansive views.

This spot on the Appalachian Trail is a popular turn around for most crowds. You can get right up to the base of this sizable cascade, and know that the waterfall flows a lot stronger in the wet season. If you want to extend your hike, you can walk further out for miles and miles on the Appalachian Trail. Regardless of the time of year, you'll likely see others out on the trail.

Major trail intersection, denoted by big rock

This elevated observation platform offers an ideal vantage point to observe the numerous bird species in the preserve. During the spring and fall migrations, you can see thousands of waterfowl, while songbirds and wading birds, such as the great blue heron and indigo bunting, are common in the summer. The fall sparrow migration is awe-inspiring, and during winter, it is prime time to spot raptors such as the northern harrier, rough-legged hawk and short-eared owl.

Interesting views of other popular neighboring landmarks, including Mt. Taurus and Breakneck ridge.

Storm King Mountain in New York is a renowned natural landmark along the Hudson River. It's known for its striking topography and hiking trails, offering stunning vistas of the Hudson Valley.