Carpenter’s Loop

Take the George Washington Bridge to New Jersey and enter Fort Lee Historic Park, a truly magnificent 33-acre, cliff-top park with views of the Hudson Palisades and Burdett's Landing, in order to reach this wonderful path on the list of the finest hikes nearby NYC, Carpenter’s Loop. Access the Carpenter Loop trail and walk it all the way to the Hudson River and the Englewood Cliffs, even though this park is home to a ton of really cool things, such a reenactment of a Revolutionary War military camp. You can park in the Boat Basin and then walk along the Hudson River while observing the George Washington Bridge in front of you by following the white-blazed Shore Trail.

After that, pass via a pedestrian tunnel to reach Ross Dock. Take a set of stone steps on your right to Carpenters Trail by keeping to the right along a paved road. From here, continue on the trail until you reach the bluff's summit. Before going left onto the Long Path, pause to take in the expansive views of the Hudson River.

Then proceed along the Long Path until you come to a gas station and a wooden bridge that spans a nearby brook. The Englewood Cliffs are visible when you reach St. Michael's Villa after continuing on this walk. After leaving the Long Path, turn right and follow the yellow Dyckman Hill Trail blazes to continue your hike close to New York City. Enjoy a relaxing stroll by a number of waterfalls before descending the trail till you reach the parking area. If you enjoy history, visit the visitor center to find out everything there is to know about the Revolutionary War's impact on Carpenter’s Loop.

Location: Fort Lee, NJ
Distance: 4.0 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Route: Loop
Elevation Gain: 341 feet
Distance from NYC: 19 miles or about a 45-minute drive from downtown Manhattan.
Rating: 4.0/5.0, 105 Alltrails reviews