Fort Clinton - Historical place museum in Tomkins Cove - , USA

Lovely time at Trailside Museums & Zoo, even on a cloudy, chilly & breezy April Sunday, with some animals temporarily off exhibit. I find it easier to see & appreciate the landscape with its history, biomes, & geology when the leaves are off the trees. Kudos to the Palisades Interstate Park Commission for the efficient use of limited resources: The museums' buildings & interpretive exhibits are well maintained for their age. Still, their age is very obvious, and their media & content are in desperate need of updating: The scientific & historical research behind many of them is out of date, there is cultural backwardness in some of the interpretive text, and unhelpful spelling & grammar errors intrude. Look forward to returning in other seasons and paddleboating, seeing river otters, and exploring the abundance of trails. $10/car to park, $1/person donation suggested.

Was a suprisingly fun time, a bit chilly since it is right on the Hudson, but I recommend as a good time. Beautiful vistas and a lot to talk about.

Amazing views of the bridge and Hudson River!

Beautiful views of the mighty Hudson River and Bear Mountain Bridge

Picturesque spot overlooking the Hudson River.

Nice

So interesting. Much history. Make the visit if you have time.

Nice camping