Park Headquarters

Built in the 1920s as a private residence, this stone building houses the Court of the Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey and the Palisades Interstate Parkway Police Department and, upstairs, the New Jersey offices of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission.

The Headquarters building also has public restrooms and serves as a stepping off point for hikers — like this group gathered for a winter history hike with the park’s interpretive staff.

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:

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

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.

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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 10 AM to 4:45 PM.

The Kearney House is open most weekend afternoons and for special events.

STORM DAMAGE EMERGENCY

Ongoing Until Further Notice:

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

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

GPS: 40.952950, -73.920458

Park Headquarters is at the north end of Henry Hudson Drive / Alpine Approach Road, accessible from the Alpine park entrance on U.S. Route 9W (Exit 2 of the Palisades Interstate Parkway).

Grounds open year-round. Offices open weekdays 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Nearest bus stops are on U.S. Route 9W at Audrey Urban Court (northbound) & Timberline Drive (southbound), served by the Rockland Coaches No. 9 buses.

Parkway Police (desk staffed at all times): 201-768-6001.

Administrative offices: 201-768-1360.

Court of the Palisades Interstate Park: 201-768-8702

The Alpine park entrance on U.S. Route 9W.

Photo: Anthony Taranto.

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