Palisades Scenic Btway | Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey

The Palisades Interstate Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive have been designated a Scenic Byway.

Vision

To preserve, protect, and promote the Palisades Interstate Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive as beautiful scenic drives and significant attractions within the magnificent natural setting of the Palisades Interstate Park, whose founding mission was for the protection of the Palisades cliffs for the enjoyment of future generations; and to relate the contributions and importance of the byway corridor to the history of the Revolutionary War and to the rise of the American conservation movement and regional planning that led to the protection of land and historic sites for the benefit of the public.

In 2014, new signs were placed to mark the Palisades Scenic Byway, and with a grant from the Byway Program we were able to install informational signage and plant trees at all three lookout areas in the park.

Advisories

Accident | Fire | Emergency

201-768-6001

Call this number before calling 9-1-1 in the park!

STORM DAMAGE EMERGENCY

Ongoing Until Further Notice:

The section of Henry Hudson Drive from Englewood Picnic Area entrance north to Undercliff Picnic Area entrance is closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians).

Vehicle access to Ross Dock & Englewood Picnic Areas is from Edgewater park entrance only.
Vehicle access to Alpine & Undercliff Picnic Areas is from Alpine park entrance only

Dyckman Hill Road (Englewood Cliffs park entrance) remains closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians). Dyckman Hill Trail (yellow markers) closed.

Click here to download the PIPC press release.

Seasonal Maintenance closures:
Henry Hudson Drive between Englewood and Alpine will be closed to all use on weekends beginning November 9.
Other closures on park roads will be occurring during weekdays — please heed all signs and park personnel so we can safely complete this important work!

Click to download our advisory for park visitors about ticks, poison ivy, and other safety concerns.

In spring and summer, it is common to encounter what may appear to be sick, injured, or orphaned young animals in the park. Most often, these animals are healthy — and safe where they are!

DO NOT DISTURB THEM

Please click here to learn more.

Signs or notices placed on-site, or instructions issued by employees of the Park Commission, supersede information posted here.

Parking Fees

Metered parking is in effect at these park areas:

Year-Round:

Fort Lee Historic Park

Allison Park

State Line Lookout
Note: First hour is free at State Line Lookout, but all drivers must enter their license plate number into the metered parking system via pay station or app upon arrival.

April – October:

Ross Dock Picnic Area

Englewood Picnic Area (south lots)

Alpine Picnic Area

Hazard’s Ramp
Only vehicles with trailers are allowed at Hazard’s, daily rate is $30.

Weekend Rates:
$2.50/hr.

Weekday Rates:
$1.50/hr.

Payment:
Use Credit/Debit Cards (no cash) at Pay Stations conveniently located in the parking areas or pay remotely using the Park Mobile or Flowbird apps.

Click here
for more information, including no-fee days and exemptions for NJ seniors and others!

There are no parking fees charged at other park areas.

Open | Closed in the Park

Park areas are open to the public from 6 AM to 7 PM daily.

Park administrative offices are open Mon. – Fri., 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed on New Jersey State holidays).

State Line Lookout “Lookout Inn” refreshment stand is open Weds. – Sun., 9:30 AM to 5 PM
Kitchen closes at 4:15 PM.
Restrooms close at 4:45 PM.
Staff shortages and other factors may result in delayed openings or unexpected kitchen, bathroom, and/or building closures.
Call to confirm: 201-750-0465

Fort Lee Historic Park Visitor Center is open Weds. through Sun., 10 AM to 4:45 PM.
201-461-1776

The Kearney House is closed for the season except for special events.

Restrooms at Ross Dock Picnic Area are open 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM daily.

STORM DAMAGE EMERGENCY

Ongoing Until Further Notice:

The section of Henry Hudson Drive from Englewood Picnic Area entrance north to Undercliff Picnic Area entrance is closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians).

Vehicle access to Ross Dock & Englewood Picnic Areas is from Edgewater park entrance only.
Vehicle access to Alpine & Undercliff Picnic Areas is from Alpine park entrance only

Dyckman Hill Road (Englewood Cliffs park entrance) remains closed to all use (vehicles, bicycles, pedestrians). Dyckman Hill Trail (yellow markers) closed.

Click here to download the PIPC press release.

Signs or notices placed on-site, or instructions issued by employees of the Park Commission, supersede information posted here.

Downloads

Overview

Points-of-Interest Map

Executive Summary

Corridor Management Plan (167 pages)

Appendices (76 pages)

Goals

Recognize that two significant roadways, the Palisades Interstate Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive, comprise the route identified as the New Jersey segment of the Palisades Interstate Parkway, a New Jersey Scenic Byway.
Distinguish the Parkway as a road within a park and a member of a network of regional parkways that are distinct and different from the metropolitan highway system.
Acknowledge the New York segment of the Palisades Interstate Parkway that, together with the New Jersey segment, completes the historic and scenic transportation corridor connecting New York City with Bear Mountain that provides visitors with outstanding views of the Hudson River along the Palisades Cliffs; and, coordinate and cooperate with New York State to ensure a seamless visitor experience.
Market the Palisades Interstate Parkway as a gateway to the Palisades park system, which includes 24 parks and 8 historic sites, covering over 100,000 acres along more than 20 miles of Hudson River shoreline and beyond.
Maintain and enhance the safety of the Palisades Interstate Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive in a manner that respects and complements their historic design and natural settings.
Restore the historic design elements of the Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive as near to the original and as safe, practical and feasible as possible.
Enhance the scenic setting and natural environment of the Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive.
Expand historic restoration, enhancement and interpretation to the Park’s many historic destinations, trails and historic structures accessible from the Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive.
Educate the traveling public about the history of the Parkway and Henry Hudson Drive in relation to the Park and the Hudson River; the history of scenic driving and access to sites of natural beauty; and, the people, ideas and movements leading to the Parkway.
Connect the adjacent municipalities to the Palisades Interstate Parkway and the Hudson River shoreline.

Scenic Byway

Picnic Areas

Overlook Areas

Historic Sites

Palisades Scenic Byway

In the Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey

Vision

Goals