Beacon Fire Tower & Fishkill Farms

After being smoked AND rained out last weekend, we're adding Beacon back to the hiking calendar!! We'll start with a hike up to Beacon Fire Tower and end with an optional farm fresh lunch at the neighboring Fishkill Farms.

South Beacon Mountain via Casino Trail

Difficulty: Hard

Distance: 3.8 Miles

Elevation Gain: 1,384 ft

Route Type: Out and Back

✨ Itinerary

8:30am: Meet @ Grand Central Terminal to check-in & catch the 8:56am Metro North train (if you miss the train, we will not be able to wait for you - please do not be late!)

10:28am: Arrive at Beacon Station and rideshare to the trailhead (HERE).

1:30pm: Afterwards, feel free to grab a bite to eat at the picturesque Fishkill Farms (20min Uber away) or explore Beacon.

3:42pm: Catch the train back to Grand Central (there’s typically one every 60 min if you want to head back earlier/later).

What to Bring: 1-2 L water, snacks, comfortable hiking shoes, & a hat or SPF!

​✨ Your Ticket Includes

A guided experience that provides peace of mind and a sense of community!

Rideshare cost from Beacon train station to the trailhead

Not included: round-trip train tickets to Beacon ($15 each way), rideshare cost to Fishkill Farms, or lunch

Your ticket directly supports professional women outdoor guides who are building careers in an industry that has historically been male-dominated. We believe outdoor leadership should reflect the diversity of the people enjoying our parks and trails, and we're excited to work with guides who are helping make that happen.

FAQ

​Cancellation & Refund Policy

Due to the small group size and the upfront commitment of guide staffing we have a strict cancellation policy for day hikes.

48hrs+ before your trip: Receive a 75% refund.

Less than 48hrs before your trip: No refunds.

If Girls Gone Hiking cancels the trip due to unsafe weather or other unforeseen circumstances, participants will have the option to transfer their registration to another available weekend or receive a full refund.

​Can I arrange my own transportation instead?

You're welcome to meet the group at the designated Mount Beacon trailhead if that's more convenient for you. However, the trip price remains $35 regardless of whether you use the provided transportation since it mostly goes towards our guides.

​Is this trip dog-friendly?

Not for this trip since the trail is a bit steeper and rideshare may make bringing a dog tricky!

See route map here: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/south-beacon-mountain-via-casino-trail

@girlsgonehikingnyc is a city girl's hike club designed to build sisterhood on the trail by organizing slow-paced day hikes accessible by public transit from NYC.