Bear Mountain Lookout
8.9 • Scenic spot
Summit features a panoramic view including the New York City skyline and surrounding mountains. The atmosphere is quiet and serene, with benches and a tower offering elevated perspectives. Visitors arrive by car and often find the area calm and peaceful, ideal for relaxation and nature appreciation.
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"The nice view from the summit is amazing and breathtaking."
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"The parking available here offers amazing, beautiful views."
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"The views here are peaceful and breathtaking."
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Good to know
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The lookout is open until 8pm in summer.
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Parking is available, but it can get crowded on weekends.
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It gets windy and cold quickly, so dress appropriately.
Perkins Memorial Dr, Tomkins Cove, New York, United States
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