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Bear Mountain State Park

Bear Mountain, NY
4.0 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
Type: State Parks
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Carlisle, Pennsylvania
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Lake, carousel, hikes, play fields, zoo, WOW! We go here for family outings and it is great with things for all ages and activity levels More

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Chester, NY
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Great place to getaway mid-week and take a nice stroll around Hessian Lake. Avoid the weekends as it gets pretty crowded especially in nice weather. The Trailside Zoo is a wonderful small exhibit where they mostly showcase local wildlife that has been rescued for one reason or another (injury/illness). They have a public pool but I cannot comment as I... More

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South Carolina
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

I hiked the General Welch trail up Bear Mountain and biked up the Perkins memorial road to the top. Both were grand. There are lots more trails and good bird watching at Iona Island More

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New York City, New York
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

We come here two or three times a year to enjoy the walk around the lake. (Can be wet on the lake path; wear shoes that can take it.) Great views for easy effort. Bathrooms and picnic areas could be cleaner in high summer season because of heavy use, but off season, no compliants. Zoo is quaint, good for younger... More

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Middletown, New York
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

The Inn was Cozy and the Park has a great Zoo also a pool and Basketball courts. You can BBQ or walk around the lake and hike trails and even catch a tan ! Family friendly..Just parking is limited More

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Marlboro, New York
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Spent time reviewing all venues for wedding. Great place and have chosen Overlook Lodge for our son's wedding and reception as it is more private than the Bear Mt. Inn. More

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new york
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012
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Have been coming here since I was a child..The Inn is now renovated and open. They have a great classic car show that really gets going in Mid Summer with many cars and motorcycles to see. Walking the grounds is always nice too. Various events occur during the year and there is the Bear Mt. Zoo for the kids. More

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NY
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012
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My family and I love this park. Our first visit was five years ago and since then we keep coming back. The hikes are challenging and the view of the Hudson river is awesome. Also you can enjoy some rowboat time, picnics and the zoo. Finally, no visit to Bear Mountain State Park is complete without a ride on the... More

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Ardsley, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
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Our family hiked in this park ever since the 1960s. It never ceases to give us great pleasure as well as challenging hikes. The view from Perkins Memorial Towr is absolutely incredible. On a clear day you can see the Manhattan Skyline clearly. The views of the Hudson River and surrounding valleys and mountains are as good as it gets. More

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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012
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Been here a few times during the season. Once to skate and once to hike. Both times they were with a group of friends. Best time to go though is during the summer when the skies are clear and the weather is nice. Because when you go during this time,you are treated to a beautiful park and excellent scenic views... More

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