The Palisades of the Hudson

State Line Lookout is a scenic overlook on the Palisades with a refreshment stand and gift shop. It is situated by “Point Lookout,” the highest point on the Palisades Cliffs (el. 520 ft.), about half a mile south of the New Jersey-New York state line.

At “Point Lookout” at State Line Lookout.
Photo: Eric Nelsen.

The area provides access to some of the best hiking in the New Jersey Palisades, as well as over five miles of cross-country ski trails.

The Accessible Overlook at State Line Lookout.
Photo: Anthony Taranto.

“Lookout Inn”

The Lookout Inn refreshment stand at State Line Lookout, built in 1937 by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) offers a lunch and snack menu. It is open from 9:30 AM to 5 PM most days of the year. The building is fully accessible.
Photo: Anthony Taranto.
Lookout Inn menu

Cross-Country Skiing at State Line Lookout

About 5 miles of designated cross-country ski trails of various lengths and difficulty are marked A – F. These trails are maintained for winter use but not groomed. Skiers are advised to wait for at least 4 inches of snow before using the trails. We do not offer ski rentals
Photo: Anthony Taranto.
Click to download a map of the ski trails at State Line!
The ski trails are open to hikers year-round!
Click here to find out more about the unique history of this often overlooked part of the park!
Photo: Francesca Costa.
State Line Lookout and Lookout Inn may be closed during a significant winter storm event. The State Line area will be plowed and open for cross-country skiing after the Parkway and other critical park roads have been completely cleared and deemed safe by the Parkway Police. Visitors can expect the area to be open for skiing within 24 hours of the end of a typical storm event.
Photo: Anthony Taranto.
Even when the Hudson is blanketed in fog, the views from State Line Lookout can inspire a thrill!
Photo: Anthony Taranto.

Site Tour of State Line Lookout