AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Palisades Scenic Byway

New Jersey · New York
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Palisades Scenic Byway NJ - Hudson River from Top of Palisades · Public Domain. PIPC · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

The Palisades Scenic Byway in New Jersey connects New York City, the nation’s largest metropolitan area, to vast areas of protected parkland. This byway links travelers to the National Natural and Historic Landmark Palisades Cliffs and provides expansive views of the Hudson River. One cannot help but be awed by the scenery along the byway, as evidenced by the 250,000 visitors that use the New Jersey portion of the Palisades Scenic byway annually.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
The view of the Hudson River from the top of the Palisades Long Path Trail offers a spectacular view of the valley and river.
Palisades Scenic Byway NJ - Hudson River from Top of Palisades
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Ross Dock Picnic Area offers spectacular views of the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge from water level.
Palisades Scenic Byway NJ - View from Ross Dock Picnic Area
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Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.