High Tor State Park Park
Park with prominent Hudson River cliff overlook
State park perched on a Hudson Valley escarpment with steep trails and summit viewpoints; hikers and photographers visit for ridge-top walks and panoramic valley scenery.
High Tor State Park at a Glance#
Address: High Tor State Park, Rockland County, NY (parklands overlooking the Hudson River)
Website: https://parks.ny.gov/parks/
Hours: Daily sunrise-sunset
Admission: New York State Parks vehicle day-use fee may apply; check NYS Parks for current rates
How to Get to High Tor State Park#
High Tor State Park is reached from local roads in Rockland County; the closest large highways include I‑87 and the Palisades Parkway. From the Taconic/Hudson corridor, follow signs to local Rockland towns and park signage for trailheads and overlooks; parking is available at designated lots.
Tips for Visiting High Tor State Park#
- Drive to the main parking areas off Route 9W for the easiest access to the cliffwalks and overlooks.
- Sunrise or early morning are best for clearer skies over the Hudson and for cooler hiking conditions.
- Bring a map of the park's trails - there are a number of short but steep paths that reward exploration beyond the main overlook.
Best Time to Visit High Tor State Park#
Autumn is the most dramatic season because of foliage; spring and summer are good for longer walks and warmer weather.
Weather & Climate near High Tor State Park#
High Tor State Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1259 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -7° - 3° | -7° | 97 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -6° - 4° | -5° | 78 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 9° | 0° | 104 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 15° | 7° | 110 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 22° | 15° | 120 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 14° - 27° | 20° | 105 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 17° - 29° | 23° | 113 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 16° - 28° | 22° | 108 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 12° - 24° | 18° | 115 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 18° | 12° | 101 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 12° | 4° | 112 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -4° - 5° | -3° | 96 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
