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Hiking in Fort Hill Park: trails, map and practical info

Long Island • New York

4.3 Appreciated by 4 hikers
François Dumaine
By François Dumaine • Contributor since 2022 • Updated 26/05/2026
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Difficulty
Easy
Distance
2 km
Elevation
25 ft
Duration
45min
Max altitude
91 ft

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Fort Hill Park, Staten Island, NY 10301, USA
GPS coordinates
40.6410744, -74.0816618
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The start of the trails at the fort hill park in New York can be accessed from the parking lot on Fort Hill Road.

When?

Opening hours
Monday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMTuesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMWednesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMThursday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMFriday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMSaturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMSunday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
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What to bring?
Gear
  • Hiking shoes Essential
  • Layered clothing Essential
  • Rain jacket Essential
  • Trekking poles
  • Headlamp
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Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
40.6410744, -74.0816618
Center
Not available

Hikers' opinions

4.3
1 Reviews
AV
Anonymous Visitor
Jan 15, 2024
Fort Hill Park offers a pleasant outdoor experience with its 100-meter elevation gain providing nice views of Long Island. The 2-3 hour duration is perfect for a half-day adventure. Access from Fort Hill Road parking is straightforward, though note that both parking and entry require fees. The trails are well-maintained and offer a good workout with the elevation changes.

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Easy
25.00 m
91.00 m
Monday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMTuesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMWednesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMThursday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMFriday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMSaturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMSunday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
45min
No
No
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