Hidden castle in New York, which almost no one knows

Many neighborhoods in New York are hiding amazing old castles. One of them is located on the top of a mountain in the small town of Garrison and is a historical treasure of the state. The edition writes about it Only in Your State.

The unique area where the castle is located was once wholly owned by the Osborne family. However, this land was donated to the state a few years ago. This place is now open to the public.

At the same time, Castle Rock itself is still privately owned by the Osborne family, making it impossible to explore from the inside. But you can see the castle from a distance and get your own idea of ​​it.

About the castle

It was built in 1881; is currently mostly empty. Those who drive along Route 9D in Harrison may see the amazing structure.

Castle Rock has been a National Landmark since 1977, but many New Yorkers don't even know it exists.

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Those who come to explore this area can hike along the Gazebo trail, which is about 1,5 kilometer long. It is easy enough to overcome the route with several steep sections on the way to the top, which may bore you a little.

The trail will take you to a gazebo that overlooks the Hudson River and famous sites such as West Point.

This way you can get as close as possible to Castle Rock to see it with your own eyes.

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