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Bear Mountain Bridge Road and 9D, Hudson Highlands, New York
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Bear Mountain Bridge Road and 9D

US 6, US 202, NY 9D · Annsville Circle → Beacon

Sweeping18.6 mi35 min1,500 ft climbHigh point ≈ 400 ftOne way
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The drive

This drive starts at Annsville Circle in Peekskill and follows US 6 and US 202 along the side of Anthony's Nose above the Hudson to the Bear Mountain Bridge. At the east end of the bridge, Highway 9D begins and heads north on the Bear Mountain-Beacon Highway.

Highway 9D runs about four miles to Garrison, passing historical sites including the eastern end of the Revolutionary-era river chain. A lightly developed five miles lead to Cold Spring, which the road enters as Chestnut Street. Beyond the village it runs about two miles beside the Metro-North tracks in Hudson Highlands State Park, then goes through a tunnel under Breakneck Ridge to Beacon.

The first miles are the twistiest. After that the road is sweeping and scenic, with the river close by.

Along the way

  1. Annsville Circle
  2. Anthony's Nose
  3. Garrison
  4. Cold Spring
  5. Beacon
Elevation
1,500 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 400 ft
Annsville CircleBeacon
Curves
Mostly gentle, with one twisty stretch
Annsville CircleBeacon
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • Fjord Trail construction can close the Breakneck Ridge trailheads and Metro-North station; check before you plan a stop.
  • Cold Spring is a village street with local traffic.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check Hudson Highlands Fjord Trail: Breakneck closure updates.

Questions about this drive

How long is the drive from Peekskill to Beacon on Highway 9D?

The route from Annsville Circle to Beacon is 18.6 miles and takes about 35 minutes.

Is Highway 9D closed at Breakneck Ridge?

The road is usually open, but Fjord Trail construction can close the Breakneck Ridge trailheads and train station. Check before you go.

Does Highway 9D go through Cold Spring?

Yes. It enters Cold Spring as Chestnut Street and meets Highway 301 at Main Street.

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Map of Bear Mountain Bridge Road and 9D, from Annsville Circle to Beacon