TOP 10 Railway station in Highland, New York

Johnson-Iorio Memorial Park is a peaceful and scenic park located at 281 Haviland Road in Highland, New York, United States. This passive park offers picnic tables and stunning vistas of the Hudson River. It serves as a memorial to two brave men who lost their lives in the Vietnam War: R.E. Johnson on March 1, 1967 and L. R. Iorio on May 18, 1968. Situated directly behind the park are cliffs, with woods on top providing a serene backdrop. Visitors can enjoy a great view of Poughkeepsie from the park. Along the waterfront, you can see various attractions such as The Pavilion, Mid-Hudson Children’s Museum, The Railway Station, Dooley Square, Mid-Hudson Bridge, and Kaal Rock Park.

Located at 788 Wolcott Avenue in Beacon, New York, the Mount Beacon Scenic Hudson Parking Lot is a 15-acre park offering stunning views and recreational opportunities. The park features a steep trail up Mount Beacon with switchbacks to make the workout manageable. Visitors can follow the course of the Beacon Incline Railway on a staircase that leads to observation platforms offering a preview of the panoramic vista at the summit. At the top of Mount Beacon, visitors can climb the South Mount Beacon fire tower for an even more spectacular view of the Hudson Highlands and Catskill Mountains. The park also offers two free electric vehicle charging stations for park users. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, all special events and group outings must be pre-approved.