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Challenging Hike: From Beacon to Cold Spring
September 21 @ 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
$19.95
This route takes you through two of the most iconic viewpoints of the Hudson River: Beacon Fire Tower and Breakneck Ridge, offering breathtaking scenic views along the way. Challenging but rewarding, it’s the perfect hike for those seeking both a demanding trail and stunning vistas.
❓ FAQ: Most of your frequent questions are answered here.
📍 Meeting Point: East Balcony of Grand Central Terminal (Apple Stairs)
🕘 Meeting Time: 8:00am
ℹ️ Train Information ℹ️
Boarding Time: 8:30am
Train Departs: 8:50am
Destination: Beacon
Train Ticket Price: 33.00 dollars (RT Off-Peak)
Note: Purchase train tickets separately. Buy a one-way ticket from Grand Central to Beacon and another one-way ticket from Cold Spring to Grand Central. This will be cheaper.
Travel Time: 1 hr 27 min (One Way)
We will be back at New York around 6:30pm. This is a referential time, this could change according to the group pace.
🥾 About the Hike 🥾
Hike Route: AllTrails Map
Place: Beacon Fire Tower and Breakneck Ridge
Difficulty: Harder than hard. For experienced hikers or highly active individuals only.
Lowest Elevation: 28 ft (8.5 mt)
Highest Elevation: 1,602 ft (488 mt)
Elevation Gain: 2,674 ft (815 mt)
Distance: 10.37 mi (16 km) – This doesn’t includes the walk from the train station to the trailhead.
Hiking Time: 6 hours. This may vary depending on the group’s pace. This hike is suitable only for experienced and brisk-paced hikers.
Included: Guided hike.
Not Included: Train ticket or any other services or products not mentioned.
Please carefully review all terms and conditions outlined in the following sections.
🔎 Important 🔍
All participants must complete and sign the waiver and release of liability before departure. Failure to do so will result in your inability to join the activity.
Outyork Adventures LLC, its members, and hosts assume no responsibility for the health and safety of any attendee. Accordingly, each attendee agrees to assume personal responsibility for any injury or illness, whether COVID-19 related or otherwise, that may occur during or after participation in this event.
Please note that the hike route may change due to external factors such as safety concerns, the comfort of hikers, or acts of God. Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities, and adjustments will be made accordingly.
A phone number is requested to receive updates about this hike and stay connected during the event.
No alcoholic beverages or smoking are allowed during this event.
Participants must be 18 years old; younger individuals must be accompanied by parents or a guardian.
You are aware that Outyork Adventures LLC will be capturing photos and videos during this event. By participating, you grant permission to Outyork Adventures LLC to use and share them on their social networks, website, and for any other advertising purposes.
✍🏽 Ticket Policies ✍🏽
Outyorker Tickets are The Ultimate Adventure ticket. These tickets are non-refundable unless the event is canceled due to force majeure, including but not limited to severe weather, road conditions, mountain conditions, or Acts of God. If you are unable to participate for any reason, you may transfer your ticket up to 12 hours before departure time.
🔄 Refund Policy 🔄
Refunds are only allowed if the event is postponed or cancelled due to force majeure including but not limited to severe weather conditions, road conditions, mountain conditions, Acts of God. Ticket holders will receive refunds or can reschedule for another trip if they notify us within 72 hours after we inform them.