How difficult is Anthonys nose?

Anthony’s Nose, Appalachian Trail, and Camp Smith is a 7.6 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Fort Montgomery, New York that features a river and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and bird watching and is best used from March until November.

How long is the Anthony nose trail?

1.9 miles
Anthony’s Nose Hiking Trail Length: 1.9 miles. Elevation Gain: 675 feet. Hike Time: It took us about an hour to get to the top, including time for photos. If you don’t take 101 photos and also go on a weekday when there isn’t a crowd you can do it faster.

Is Anthony’s Nose part of Bear Mountain?

Anthony’s Nose (Westchester County, New York)

Why do they call it Anthony’s Nose?

The 910 ft. peak has been known as Anthony’s Nose since at least 1697, when the name appears on a grant patent. Pierre Van Cortlandt, who owned this mountain, said it was named for a pre-Revolutionary War sea captain, Anthony Hogan. This captain was reputed to have a Cyrano de Bergerac type nose.

Is Anthony’s nose kid friendly?

Anthony’s Nose The climbs are more like a staircase thanks to the rocky layout of the inclines, but they can be tough on beginners. If you still have time — and energy! — when you finish the hike, you and the kids can take a walk across the Bear Mountain Bridge, visit the small but free zoo, or ride a carousel.

How long is Breakneck Ridge Hike?

3.2 mile
Breakneck Ridge, Breakneck Bypass, Wilkinson Trail Loop is a 3.2 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, rock climbing, and nature trips and is best used from April until November.

How do you hike Anthony’s Nose?

Trail Guide

1. From the parking area on the shoulder of Route 9D, just north of the Bear Mountain Bridge, head north along the shoulder of 9D, away from the bridge.
2. Just past the Putnam County sign on the right side of the road, you’ll see a kiosk and white blazes marking the start of the hike.
3. Climb!

How do I get to Anthony’s Nose by train?

ANTHONY’S NOSE via THE CAMP SMITH TRAIL As with Breakneck Ridge, Metro-North’s Hudson River line from Grand Central is your access. Take the train to Peekskill. Cab or walk the 2.2 miles to the trailhead at the old Bear Mountain Toll House on Route 6/202.

How long is lemon squeeze hike?

7 mile
Lemon Squeeze and Eagle Cliff is a 7 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near New Paltz, New York that features a lake and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking. There is a $15/person fee to start hiking from Mohonk Preserve trailheads.

How long is Breakneck Ridge hike?

Where does the Appalachian Trail End at Anthony’s nose?

You will begin on the Appalachian Trail and bear right at the trail intersection. After about a mile you will reach Anthony’s Nose. Past that there are two creek crossings and then the trail ends after passing Manitou Mountain. Parking is available on RT. 9d just north of the Bear Mountain bridge.

When is the best time to hike Anthony’s nose?

Anthony’s Nose, Appalachian Trail, and Camp Smith is a 7.6 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Fort Montgomery, New York that features a river and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and bird watching and is best used from March until November.

Where is Anthony’s nose in Cold Spring NY?

Anthony’s Nose is a 1.9 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Cold Spring, New York that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and trail running. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

Is there an alternative path to Anthony’s nose?

You’d have a hard time finding a nicer nose to pick in the Hudson Valley. **UPDATE May 15, 2015** Here’s another trail guide for an alternate path to Anthony’s Nose, one that features a few more nice views along the trail.