PEEKSKILL BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
One-Hour Hudson Escape Aboard the Evening Star — $22 Adults, $5 Children
A concise, 1-hour river cruise from Peekskill on a converted US Coast Guard buoy tender, offering sweeping views of the Hudson Highlands and short, family-friendly time on the water.
One-Hour Hudson Escape Aboard the Evening Star — $22 Adults, $5 Children.
Step aboard the Evening Star for a one-hour river cruise from Peekskill that compresses the Hudson Highlands into a tidy, scenic loop. The Evening Star is a former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender converted into a 36-passenger tour boat; over the course of an hour the vessel presents views of Jones Point, Iona Island, Bear Mountain and Anthony’s Nose—an approachable trip for families or anyone with dinner plans nearby.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Bear Mountain & Anthony's Nose
The route sweeps past the high ridgelines of the Hudson Highlands, framing Bear Mountain and the rocky rampart of Anthony’s Nose—landmarks that punctuate the river’s narrow, scenic corridor.
Iona Island's Coastal Edge
Iona Island appears along the short cruise, a low-lying feature on the river that helps define the local shoreline and wildlife habitat glimpsed from deck.
Jones Point & River History
Jones Point is one of the notable waypoints on the one-hour loop, a piece of the layered landscape and history that the Evening Star threads together on its short run.
What the day feels like
What the Hour Feels Like
This is a compact, deliberately paced river cruise: a converted Coast Guard buoy tender carrying up to a few dozen passengers along a roughly one-hour loop, with open-deck sightlines and repeated viewpoints of the Hudson Highlands. The scale and duration make it an easy fit for families, a quick nature break before dinner, or a brief introduction to the river’s topography.
THE VISTAS
Bear Mountain & Anthony's Nose
The route sweeps past the high ridgelines of the Hudson Highlands, framing Bear Mountain and the rocky rampart of Anthony’s Nose—landmarks that punctuate the river’s narrow, scenic corridor.
THE ISLANDS
Iona Island's Coastal Edge
Iona Island appears along the short cruise, a low-lying feature on the river that helps define the local shoreline and wildlife habitat glimpsed from deck.
THE LANDMARKS
Jones Point & River History
Jones Point is one of the notable waypoints on the one-hour loop, a piece of the layered landscape and history that the Evening Star threads together on its short run.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and when it might not be the right choice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Duration is one hour; the cruise is a short, fixed-length outing suitable for a quick river view.
No operator-supplied requirements for special gear appear in the provided information.
The tour is run aboard the Evening Star, a former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender converted into a 36-passenger tour boat operated by the New York Boat Company.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the cruise?
The trip lasts one hour.
What boat is used for the tour?
The cruise is aboard the Evening Star, a former U.S. Coast Guard buoy tender converted to a 36-passenger tour boat.
Is this suitable for children?
Yes—the cruise is described as family-friendly and is commonly chosen by families.
Who operates the cruise?
The trip is operated by the New York Boat Company.
What are some sights along the route?
Key sights include Jones Point, Iona Island, Bear Mountain and Anthony’s Nose.