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Major Welch Trail – Perkins Memorial Tower loop from Bear Mountain State Park

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United States
New York
Rockland County

Major Welch Trail – Perkins Memorial Tower loop from Bear Mountain State Park

Hard

2.8

(12)

50

hikers

Major Welch Trail – Perkins Memorial Tower loop from Bear Mountain State Park

05:14

17.3km

530m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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1

5.22 km

Doodletown Pond and Dam

Highlight • Lake

2

7.55 km

Appalachian Trail — Hessian Lake Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

At Heesian Lake is a good entry point to the Appalachian Trail.

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3

7.73 km

Bear Mountain Inn

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The hotel with restaurant and cafe is one of the few historic hotels in the USA.

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4

10.5 km

Major Welch Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's a steep rock scramble, maybe 1/2 mile long or less, but the views make it worth it.

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5

10.9 km

Quiet viewing spot Appalachian Trail

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Quiet viewing spot on a side trail to the top with good views and a bench

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6

11.4 km

View of the Hudson River from Bear Mountain

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Bear Mountain, located in the Hudson Highlands of southeastern New York, is one of the most notable landmarks on the Appalachian Trail in the state. The AT crosses directly over the summit, which stands at 1,305 feet, which is not especially high, but it is a historically and symbolically significant summit; it’s home to the oldest continuously maintained section of the Appalachian Trail, built in 1923, and features wide stone steps and paved walkways constructed by trail crews and the Civilian Conservation Corps. For many hikers, Bear Mountain is also the site of the lowest elevation point on the AT, near the Hudson River just before the climb.

From the top, you get sweeping views of the Hudson Valley, and the surrounding Bear Mountain State Park includes a lake, picnic areas, the Trailside Museum and Zoo (which the AT technically passes through), and access to nearby Perkins Memorial Tower. It’s a popular day hike, so don’t be surprised to share the trail with weekend crowds, especially in fall.

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7

11.6 km

Perkins Memorial Tower

Highlight • Monument

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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11.7 km

View of the Hudson Highlands from Bear Mountain

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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 the world’s most famous climbs. However, what it lacks in grandeur makes up for having some of the best views of the Hudson highlands.

Bear Mountain is part of our Montagnes du Monde series, head over to bit.ly/3BjZq77 and claim your badge if you rode this classic.

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12.1 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

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17.3 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

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9.81 km

5.90 km

845 m

378 m

239 m

Surfaces

8.47 km

3.57 km

3.41 km

1.72 km

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