Cycling

Have fun, challenge yourself, decompress — but please be courteous and keep it safe, too!

Cyclist on Henry Hudson Drive — Henry Hudson Drive (above) and Old Route 9W (below) are the two areas in the park most popular with cyclists.

Cyclists on Old Route 9W — Henry Hudson Drive (above) and Old Route 9W (below) are the two areas in the park most popular with cyclists.

Advisories

Accident | Fire | Emergency

201-768-6001

Call this number before calling 9-1-1 in the park!

STORM DAMAGE EMERGENCY

Ongoing Until Further Notice:

The section of Henry Hudson Drive from Englewood Picnic Area entrance north to Undercliff Picnic Area entrance is closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians).

Vehicle access to Ross Dock & Englewood Picnic Areas is from Edgewater park entrance only.
Vehicle access to Alpine & Undercliff Picnic Areas is from Alpine park entrance only

Dyckman Hill Road (Englewood Cliffs park entrance) remains closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians). Dyckman Hill Trail (yellow markers) closed.

Click here to download the PIPC press release.

Click to download our advisory for park visitors about ticks, poison ivy, and other safety concerns.

In spring and summer, it is common to encounter what may appear to be sick, injured, or orphaned young animals in the park. Most often, these animals are healthy — and safe where they are!

DO NOT DISTURB THEM

Please click here to learn more.

Signs or notices placed on-site, or instructions issued by employees of the Park Commission, supersede information posted here.

Metered parking is in effect at these park areas:

Year-Round:

Fort Lee Historic Park

Allison Park

State Line Lookout
Note: First hour is free at State Line Lookout, but all drivers must enter their license plate number into the metered parking system via pay station or app upon arrival.

April – October:

Ross Dock Picnic Area

Englewood Picnic Area (south lots)

Alpine Picnic Area

Hazard’s Ramp
Only vehicles with trailers are allowed at Hazard’s, daily rate is $30.

Weekend Rates:
$2.50/hr.

Weekday Rates:
$1.50/hr.

Payment:
Use Credit/Debit Cards (no cash) at Pay Stations conveniently located in the parking areas or pay remotely using the Park Mobile or Flowbird apps.

Click here
for more information, including no-fee days and exemptions for NJ seniors and others!

There are no parking fees charged at other park areas.

Open | Closed in the Park

Park areas are open to the public from 6 AM to 7 PM daily.

Park administrative offices are open Mon. – Fri., 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed on New Jersey State holidays).

State Line Lookout “Lookout Inn” refreshment stand is open Weds. – Sun., 9:30 AM to 5 PM
Kitchen closes at 4:15 PM.
Restrooms close at 4:45 PM.
Staff shortages and other factors may result in delayed openings or unexpected kitchen, bathroom, and/or building closures.
Call to confirm: 201-750-0465

Fort Lee Historic Park Visitor Center is open Weds. through Sun., 10 AM to 4:45 PM.
201-461-1776

Henry Hudson Drive is closed to vehicles from Alpine circle to Undercliff Picnic Area for the season.

The Kearney House is closed for the season.

Restrooms are closed for the season at Ross Dock Picnic Area (port-a-johns available), Allison Park, and at the Pavilion at Alpine Picnic Area (parking plaza restrooms remain open). Outdoor drinking fountains have been turned off for the season throughout the park.

STORM DAMAGE EMERGENCY

Ongoing Until Further Notice:

The section of Henry Hudson Drive from Englewood Picnic Area entrance north to Undercliff Picnic Area entrance is closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians).

Vehicle access to Ross Dock & Englewood Picnic Areas is from Edgewater park entrance only.
Vehicle access to Alpine & Undercliff Picnic Areas is from Alpine park entrance only

Dyckman Hill Road (Englewood Cliffs park entrance) remains closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians). Dyckman Hill Trail (yellow markers) closed.

Click here to download the PIPC press release.

Signs or notices placed on-site, or instructions issued by employees of the Park Commission, supersede information posted here.

Bicycles on park roadways must have wheels of at least 15 inches, cyclists must wear helmets and stay right, and groups must ride single file and obey all traffic and park regulations.

Henry Hudson Drive

Cycling is allowed during open hours on Henry Hudson Drive, including Ross Dock entrance road and Alpine Approach Road, from the Edgewater park entrance north to the Alpine park entrance.

Cycling is NOT permitted on the Dyckman Hill Road section of Henry Hudson Drive (connecting to the Englewood Cliffs park entrance at Palisade Avenue) — cyclists must dismount and walk their bicycles on this road!

Due to rock slides, tree falls, and other emergency situations or maintenance work, sections of Henry Hudson Drive may need to be temporarily closed. When a barrier has been put in place by the Parkway Police on any roadway, the roadway beyond that barrier is to be considered closed for all use; those going beyond such a barrier are subject to summonses.

In addition to Dyckman Hill Road, cycling is not allowed on any hiking trail, walking path, or cross-country ski trail, on the Palisades Interstate Parkway, or beyond the parking areas at Allison Park and Fort Lee Historic Park. Violators will receive fines and may receive points on their licenses

Old Route 9W

On the summit of the Palisades, cycling is allowed during open hours on Old Route 9W (approx. 1.5 mi., closed to automobile traffic) from U.S. Route 9W to State Line Lookout.

Stay alert and practice courteous riding — this roadway is used extensively by pedestrians of all ages!

Scenic Byway

Picnic Areas

Overlook Areas

Historic Sites

At the Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey