PEEKSKILL BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Hudson Highlands at Dusk: A 1.5‑Hour Sunset Cruise from Peekskill aboard the Evening Star
A 1.5-hour evening cruise departing Peekskill on the restored US Coast Guard buoy tender Evening Star, offering sunset views of Bear Mountain Bridge and other Hudson Highlands landmarks.
Hudson Highlands at Dusk: A 1.5‑Hour Sunset Cruise from Peekskill aboard the Evening Star.
Board the Evening Star, a restored former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender converted into a classic 36-passenger tour boat, for a 1.5-hour sunset cruise that departs from the Peekskill waterfront and runs north toward Bear Mountain Bridge before returning past Jones Point, Iona Island, Bear Mountain and Anthony’s Nose—a concise outing often recommended for date nights or cocktails with friends.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Sunset through the Hudson Highlands
The cruise delivers a short, focused passage through the Hudson Highlands at dusk, positioning passengers to watch the river and ridge-lines as the boat moves toward and away from the Bear Mountain Bridge.
Views of Bear Mountain Bridge and regional landmarks
The 1.5-hour run takes the Evening Star north to the Bear Mountain Bridge and returns while passing notable points including Jones Point, Iona Island, Bear Mountain and Anthony’s Nose.
An intimate, historic Coast Guard vessel
Guests ride aboard the Evening Star, a restored former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender configured as an intimate 36-passenger tour boat that frames the outing as a compact, social cruise.
What the day feels like
What to Expect
After boarding at the Peekskill waterfront, the Evening Star departs on a 1.5-hour loop up the Hudson: the vessel heads north toward Bear Mountain Bridge, then returns past a sequence of river landmarks—Jones Point, Iona Island, Bear Mountain and Anthony’s Nose—while passengers relax aboard the restored former Coast Guard buoy tender.
THE LANDSCAPE
Sunset through the Hudson Highlands
The cruise delivers a short, focused passage through the Hudson Highlands at dusk, positioning passengers to watch the river and ridge-lines as the boat moves toward and away from the Bear Mountain Bridge.
THE ROUTE
Views of Bear Mountain Bridge and regional landmarks
The 1.5-hour run takes the Evening Star north to the Bear Mountain Bridge and returns while passing notable points including Jones Point, Iona Island, Bear Mountain and Anthony’s Nose.
THE BOAT
An intimate, historic Coast Guard vessel
Guests ride aboard the Evening Star, a restored former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender configured as an intimate 36-passenger tour boat that frames the outing as a compact, social cruise.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The cruise lasts 1.5 hours.
Departure is from the Peekskill waterfront; the outing runs aboard the Evening Star, a restored former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender.
The tour boat is configured for 36 passengers.
Check operator guidance for recommendations on clothing or items to bring.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Sunset Cruise?
The cruise runs 1.5 hours.
Where does the boat depart from?
Departures are from the Peekskill waterfront.
What vessel is used for the cruise?
The cruise is aboard the Evening Star, a restored former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender configured as a 36-passenger tour boat.
What landmarks will we pass?
The route passes Jones Point, Iona Island, Bear Mountain, Anthony’s Nose and reaches the Bear Mountain Bridge area before returning to Peekskill.
Is the cruise suitable for a date night?
Yes—the outing is described as ideal for date nights or cocktails with friends.
How many passengers does the boat hold?
The Evening Star is configured for 36 passengers.