Mount Beacon fire tower comes into view very soon and you will likely meet other hikers, ascending and descending, on the trail. …and it’s a little rugged, but at least it’s not as steep as the first mile was.Īt the junction, which is unmarked, a herd path leads uphill to the right in about 0.2 miles. Reaching the foundations of the Beaconcrest Hotel and Casino (in reality a dance hall), spectacular vistas overlook the City of Beacon, the Hudson Valley and the Hudson Highlands. The hike actually begins on a staircase following the course of the Beacon Incline Railway, once the world’s steepest funicular line - a mountainside cable railroad on which ascending and descending cars are counterbalanced.Īfter the staircase, the trail ascends via switchbacks ascends to an observation deck offering the first long-distance views and remnants of the railway’s original powerhouse machinery. The Casino Trail up Mount Beacon is one of the steeper hikes in the Hudson Valley, though switchbacks keep the workout manageable. However, this is a very popular destination so have a Plan B destination in mind in case the lot is full. If you’re driving, a large parking lot is maintained by Scenic Hudson at this location with two free electric vehicle charging stations for park users. The City of Beacon offers a free loop bus that takes hikers - every 30 minutes, Monday through Saturday - from the Metro North Train Station to the trailhead. A fairly relentless climb for the first mileĪllow 2-3 hours for this hike.A immediate work-out thanks to a lengthy metal staircase.All gaming bonuses are provided by the casino and subject to change. Book your tour online by clicking the date you would like to travel. To receive the gaming bonus, guests must obtain a free Players Card when arriving at the casino. Every guest must have a valid state issued photo ID to enter the casino. The gaming bonus provided by the casino is a $20 dining card and a $30 slot bonus. Package features motorcoach transportation, one night of rooms at the Soaring Eagle Resort and plenty of gaming time. You'll experience 210,000 square feet of excitement on Michigan's most action packed gaming floor. You can feel your pulse quicken the moment you walk in the door. Soaring Eagle - Mount Pleasant, Michigan $50 Gaming Bonus

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