Things to do in Bear Mountain NY

Attractions

Are you looking for Army Football, or other sports? Are you interested in the weekly summer Band series at Trophy Point? Do you feel in the mood for world class entertainment? If you are more interested in military history and museums we have many options including the West Point Military Academy.

With so many things to do, you will not be disappointed. Rich in military history, music, entertainment, and the teams you love to root for, the Town of Highlands is a great destination. Seasonal descriptions of local activities can be found on our event calendar.

In the Winter we have: Ice skating at Bear Mountain, Eisenhower Hall Theater, Bear Mountain light display, Christmas event at Bear Mountain, Eagle Watches, Winterfest, the West Point Museum, Patriot Garden in Fort Montgomery, the Fort Montgomery Historic Site and Welcome Center, historic churches, and more.

In the Spring, Summer, and Fall we have: nature trails, hiking, fishing, West Point golf, farmers market, West Point Museum, West Point concerts, Constitution Island, West Point Tours, picnicking, boat rentals at Hessian lake, Patriot Garden in Fort Montgomery, the Fort Montgomery Historic Site and Welcome Center, Bear Mountain and Harriman State Parks, Army football, the Highland Falls Fall Foliage Festival, and much more!

Please visit our Photo Gallery page to see slideshows of local events and activities.

Lodging

The Hudson Highlands area, including Town of Highlands, Fort Montgomery, Highland Falls and West Point, offers convenient, historical, and comfortable accommodations for almost any budget.

The Holiday Inn Express is featured below for offering the nicest accommodations and services for the money. Conveniently located between historic Highland Falls/West Point and scenic Bear Mountain, you are sure to enjoy your stay at this highly rated hotel.

For a more “homey environment”, consider the Hudson River Crest Bed and Breakfast.

HOTEL/MOTEL NAME LOCATION PHONE NUMBER *Holiday Inn Express Fort Montgomery 845-446-9211 The Overlook Lodge Bear Mountain 845-786-2731 Thayer Hotel West Point 800-247-5047 Garrison House B&B Fort Montgomery 845-446-2322 Econo Lodge Highland Falls 845-446-9400 Palisades Motel Highland Falls 845-446-9400