Industrial Waterfront Transformed: Long Dock Park

Scenic Hudson's Long Dock Park

Scenic Hudson's Long Dock Park is a photographer's paradise where 14 acres of transformed industrial waterfront meet the Hudson River in Beacon, NY. The park's star feature is George Trakas's Beacon Point sculpture, which creates stunning geometric compositions especially during golden hour. Misty mornings bring ethereal atmosphere over the water, while the weathered industrial remnants and vibrant red barn offer compelling contrasts. Wildlife photographers can capture soaring bald eagles against the Hudson Highlands backdrop. The mile-long riverside trail provides endless foreground elements—driftwood, river rocks, and wetland grasses—for landscape compositions. With dramatic light changes throughout the day and easy accessibility, this location offers year-round opportunities to capture the Hudson Valley's raw beauty.