Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 30, 2025

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Parking

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180 m

Alpine Picnic Area

Take a break and enjoy a picnic right on the Hudson River. Public restrooms are available.

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3.08 km

This well-maintained trail leads you through a heavily forested area, offering nice shade along the way. You can stop at several viewpoints to enjoy the views of the Hudson River and the Palisades on the cliffsides.

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6.26 km

Point Lookout

Point Lookout is a popular viewpoint in Palisades Interstate Park. There are great views of the Hudson River.

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8.31 km

Peanut Leap Cascade

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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10.4 km

Shore Trail, Palisades Interstate Park

The Shore Trail takes a little vacation from the actual shore here, wandering off into the bushes. It's a welcome change, though, as the greenery offers some insulation from the …

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15.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.6 km

577 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.6 km

325 m

315 m

Elevation

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Alpine Picnic Area to Point Lookout and Peanut Leap Cascade loop — Palisades Interstate Park

Alpine Picnic Area

Long Path

Point Lookout

Peanut Leap Cascade

Shore Trail, Palisades Interstate Park

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