Springtime in the Palisades

Don't miss out on early registration pricing for the 2025 Palisades Half and 8K trail run set for Sunday, September 21st! Join us at Ross Dock Picnic Area in the NJ Palisades Interstate Park for an epic 13.1 mile paved run over 1600 ft of elevation along the Palisades ridge, or an adventure through the cliffs on a rugged 8 kilometer mixed-terrain route!

Additional route and transportation information can be found on our website. All proceeds benefit the Palisades Parks Conservancy and the network of 29 parks and historic sites that we serve, from the GW Bridge to the Catskill Mountains.

Calling All Cyclists:

New Webpage and Email Group Launched

Henry Hudson Drive in the NJ Palisades Interstate Park

Earlier this spring the Conservancy launched a new online cyclist dashboard to keep the Palisades cycling community up-to-date on route information, road conditions alerts, and infrastructure updates in the region. Cyclists can subscribe to our new Palisades Cycling Community email list to hear about route closures, road improvements, and updates from the Conservancy staff.

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Accessible Upgrades at Bear Mountain

Perkins memorial platform after Spring 2024 construction and planting

The Conservancy is dedicated to making recreation in our region more accessible people with disabilities. Last fall we completed phase 1 of the Perkins Observation Platform and All Person’s Trail renovations at Bear Mountain State Park.

The Observation Platform offers the iconic panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and NYC skyline, without requiring visitors to climb the stairs at Perkins Tower. We resurfaced the area with ADA-compliant gravel, created additional seating, and added local stone and native plants to better harmonize with Bear Mountain’s natural landscape.

All Person's Trail Info Sign and Trail Map

Detour pathway off the All Person's Trail

This year we'll launch Phase 2 with plans for improved signage and increased plantings to further enrich the landscape. These improvements ensure the iconic vistas and the historic Appalachian Trail can be enjoyed by more visitors, including those with limited mobility. Help us continue to steward our public spaces and ensure they are welcoming and resilient for generations to come. Support Phase 2 by donating today!

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Join us for Party for the Parks to Celebrate the 125th Birthday of the Palisades Interstate Park

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Support Your Parks

The Palisades Parks Conservancy supports improvements and programs across our region’s Parks and Historic Sites. We need your help to make sure events and programs get the funding they need. Help us continue this work with a donation!

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We depend on individuals, as well as public funds, for financial support to fulfill our mission. Your donations enable the conservation and protection of open space and wildlife habitats, and increase programs and services for millions of visitors every year. The Palisades Parks Conservancy is a nonprofit organization EIN: 13-4138370.