Cold Spring, NY, is a picturesque locale with plenty of natural beauty to enjoy. Many hikers come to the Silver Spoon Café for breakfast before hitting the trails in the area. The bed and breakfast staff shares a few of the area’s most scenic trails to help you plan your outing. There’s a path to suit every fitness level—and as a bonus to dog lovers, each loop allows leashed animals.

Cold Spring Hiking Trails to Blaze After Breakfast

1. Cornish Estate Trail

This moderately challenging loop is 4.5 miles long with a 510-foot elevation gain. The average person will finish it in two to three hours. The trail offers historic sites and natural beauty with views overlooking the Hudson River, Breakneck Ridge, and Bull Hill. The property once belonged to Edward Cornish and housed a large estate and dairy farm. You’ll see the ruins of this once grand manse on the trail.

2. Old Forge Trail

The Old Forge Trail is a short hike perfect for families and beginners, with a distance of only 1.6 miles and an elevation gain of 82 feet. The loop runs through a beautiful forest setting with a charming brook.

3. Hudson Highlands Trail

This hike inside Hudson Highlands State Park has a moderate difficulty, with a distance of 4.9 miles and an elevation gain of 711 feet. Home to colorful flowers and wildlife, it’s a popular spot for bird watchers and families.

No matter what trail you choose, don’t set out on an empty stomach. Stop by the Silver Spoon Café, nestled in the historic hills of Cold Spring, NY, for a hearty breakfast made from quality ingredients. Visit the dine-in restaurant before or after your next hike, and call them at (845) 264-0824 to ask any questions you have about their menu.