Palisades overlook

About

You will find Palisades overlook in New York, NY, at Palisades Interstate Pkwy, listed here as a hiking trail.

Reviews lean positive — 4.5 out of 5 across 20 Google reviews.

The gates never close, so an early run and a late walk are both on the table. Parking is the easy part: a free lot. And if it does not suit, 19 more hiking trails in New York are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in New York.

What works

Under the radar
Strong ratings from a small crowd (20 reviews). Expect fewer people than the headline spots draw.
Open 24 hours
No gate times to work around — useful for sunrise starts and after-dark walks alike.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for.
Easy to pair with a second stop
19 other hiking trails sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.

Worth knowing first

No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.

Planning a visit

General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.

A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.

When to go

Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend. With 24-hour access, the quiet end of the day is genuinely available to you.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out
A light if you are going after dark

Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Amenities

Parking Available

Featured in

#17 in Best Hiking Trails in New York, NY

Common questions about Palisades overlook

What is Palisades overlook?

Palisades overlook is a hiking trail in New York, NY, at Palisades Interstate Pkwy.

What are the opening hours at Palisades overlook?

Palisades overlook is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Is there parking at Palisades overlook?

Parking options here include a free lot.

How is Palisades overlook rated?

Palisades overlook holds 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

New York has 19 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Carpenter's Loop Fort Lee, Cunningham Park Mountain Bike Trailhead and Forest Park Hiking Trails.