Cruise the Hudson to Bear Mountain for Oktoberfest. Enjoy fall views, music, German food, and beers. Hike and explore scenic Bear Mountain State Park.
- Bear Mountain State Park - Disembark and explore the scenic mountain lake and easy walking trails.
- Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge - This dual-span bridge, completed in 2018 at a cost of nearly $4 billion, links Westchester and Rockland counties.
- Palisades - The Palisades are a series of steep cliffs that rise approximately 540 feet from the Hudson River.
- The Met Cloisters - Located in Fort Tyron Park in northern Manhattan, this museum features pieces brought from Europe and was completed in 1939.
- George Washington Bridge - The world’s busiest suspension bridge, spanning the Hudson River and carrying over 103 million vehicles annually. You’ll pass beneath the George Washington Bridge.
- Hook Mountain State Park - This mountain ascends 689 feet from the Hudson River and was known as Verdrietige Hook, or “Tedious Point,” to Dutch settlers.
- 8-Hour Bear Mountain Cruise
- Free admission to Bear Mountain State Park
- Free Wi-Fi
- Music
- Download the free Circle Line Sightseeing App for guided tour (English and Spanish)
- Bring your own headsets or earbuds
- Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
Take a fifty-mile cruise up the Hudson River to Bear Mountain State Park while enjoying autumnal sights and our onboard experience with music, German food specials and Oktoberfest beers (available for purchase).
Our huge, outdoor decks are perfect for getting some fall sun, fresh air and 360-degree views.
Cruise under two of the most impressive bridges in New York State, the mighty George Washington Bridge and the newly-constructed Mario Cuomo Bridge, aka Tappan Zee Bridge. Once you’re there you’ll be able to get out, hike around for two hours, enjoying the Bear Mountain lake and the paved paths.
- Boarding is at 8:30 AM for a 9:00 AM departure; the boat returns at approximately 5 PM, depending on tides and weather conditions.
- Onboard food and beverage options available for purchase include a special German menu, sandwiches, pizza, nachos, salads and snacks plus a full bar serving up hot and cold beverages, beer, wine and cocktails. No outside food or beverage allowed.
- The hike begins with a steep walk up a hill that can be very difficult for some guests. The area between the dock and entrance to the park sometimes floods. Please wear appropriate foot wear - hiking shoes are recommended
- For a guided tour, please download the Circle Line Sightseeing App. Please bring your own headsets or earbuds to listen to the tour
- Onboard amenities including outdoor deck space, heated/air conditioned indoor seating with large windows made for sightseeing, and restrooms.
- If you’re experiencing any symptoms of COVID, or have been in contact with someone who has, we will be happy to refund your ticket if you cannot come due to COVID. Be safe and keep everyone else safe too!
- If we have to cancel a cruise due to foul weather, we’ll provide you with a refund or the opportunity to re-book for another date.
- Food and drinks are NOT allowed to be brought on board
- Note that due to damage from severe storms the upper hiking trails are not accessible and guests will not be able to hike to the top of Bear Mountain. Only paved paths, lake and zoo are accessible.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.