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The following excerpt about the history of Bear Mountain Park was written in New York, A Guide to the Empire State compiled in 1940.
"At 2.6 m. is the entrance to the Bear Mountain Bridge (car with passengers, 50 cents; trailer, 35 cents; pedestrian 10 cents). The bridge, which was opened to traffic in November 1924, is 2,257 feet in length; the central span, with a clearance of 135 feet, is 1,632 feet long.
"US 6 continues westward through the park on Popolopen Drive. At 6.8 m. is the junction with Perkins Memorial Drive. Left on this road, which climbs gradually, to the parking place near the Summit of Bear Mountain, 2.3 m., where a large parking space and an observation tower have been built for the convenience of those who wish to study the magnificent panorama of the Hudson Valley. The drive winds down the south side of the mountain to a junction, 4.7 m., with Seven Lakes Drive." Visit Things to Do at Bear Mountain State Park for a comprehensive list of fun activities and attractions for kids, adults, and family outings.
Location: Bear Mountain - Rockland County
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