Bear Mountain in Rockland County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Anthonys Nose
mountain across the river
is 909 feet above the
Hudson River.
One story about
the mountain’s name says
the “nose” was a
rocky-ledge blasted away
in 1846.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Natural Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1846.
Location. 41° 19.108′ N, 73° 59.224′ W. Marker is in Bear Mountain, New York, in Rockland County. Marker can be reached from New York State Route 9 W when traveling north. Marker is located on a walking trail through the zoo at Bear Mountain State Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Bear Mountain NY 10911, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bear Mt. Bridge (here, next to this marker); Ancient Canyon (here, next to this marker); Railroads (here, next to this marker); Scenic Road (here, next to this marker); Hudson River (here, next to this marker); Dunderberg Mt. (here, next to this marker); Iona Island (here, next to this marker); River Docks (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bear Mountain.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on April 3, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 683 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 3, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.