Perkins Memorial Tower – Bear Mountain Bridge loop from Cold Spring

Perkins Memorial Tower – Bear Mountain Bridge loop from Cold Spring

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Perkins Memorial Tower – Bear Mountain Bridge loop from Cold Spring

02:49

51.7km

730m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 25.4 km for 94 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.70 km

Bear Mtn Bridge to Garrison

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Broad shoulders, great smooth surface

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18.2 km

Bear Mountain Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

A 4.6 mile climb from starting near the Hudson River by 9W going all the way to the summit. The gradient is 4-5% through most of the climb with a …

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25.3 km

View of the Hudson Highlands from Bear Mountain

Highlight • Viewpoint

At its peak, Bear Mountian is just shy of 1,300ft in elevation on a 4.5 mile stretch of beautiful paved road - a tiny mole hill compared to some of …

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25.4 km

View from Bear Mountain Summit

Highlight • Summit

Long and challenging climb, but definitely worth it

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25.5 km

On the plateau of Bear Mountain is the Perkins Memorial Tower. At the same time you have a breathtaking view of the New York City skyline and the mountains. In addition, you have a great view of the Hudson River.

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33.0 km

Bear Mountain State Park South Entrance Road

Highlight • Climb

Be careful when crossing the road to begin the climb up Bear Mountain.

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35.8 km

Bear Mountain Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The first and only bridge across the Hudson River for cyclists north of George Washington Bridge. Drivers can be reckless sometimes but the shoulder is wide enough.

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