Dining

Hudson Taco

Address: 27 S. Water St., Newburgh, NY 12550
From Storm King Lodge: About 10 miles · 18 minutes
Phone: (845) 565-8226
Website: Hudson Taco

One of our favorites for a night out. Hudson Taco occupies Newburgh’s beautifully restored historic West Shore Train Station overlooking the Hudson River. Don’t expect ordinary tacos—the menu puts creative twists on Mexican street food and incorporates local Hudson Valley ingredients and flavors. It’s lively, popular, and well worth the trip.

Handsome Devil BBQ

Address: 3 Corwin Ct., Newburgh, NY 12550
From Storm King Lodge: About 10 miles · 17 minutes
Phone: (845) 787-4711
Website: Handsome Devil BBQ

Our recommendation when you’re craving serious barbecue. Handsome Devil specializes in old-school, wood-smoked BBQ, with brisket, ribs, and other smoked meats accompanied by house-made sides. It’s one of our favorite places in the area for barbecue.

Blooming Hill Farm

Address: 1251 NY-208, Monroe, NY 10950
From Storm King Lodge: About 10 miles · 15–20 minutes
Phone: (845) 238-5004
Website: Blooming Hill Farm

Blooming Hill Farm is a beautiful working organic farm and one of the area’s most distinctive farm-to-table dining experiences. Its seasonal restaurant highlights produce grown on the farm alongside locally sourced ingredients, with brunch, dinner, cocktails, and a wonderful farm setting. Be sure to leave a little time to browse the farmstand while you’re there. Reservations are recommended, so plan ahead.

Il Tesoro Ristorante & Pizzeria

Address: 1795 NY-32, New Windsor, NY 12553
From Storm King Lodge: About 2 miles · 5 minutes
Phone: (845) 458-5513
Website: Il Tesoro Ristorante & Pizzeria

One of the closest restaurants to Storm King Lodge, Il Tesoro is a convenient choice for Italian food and pizza. The menu ranges from brick-oven and artisan pizzas to pasta, chicken, veal, and seafood, making it an easy nearby option whether you want a pizza to bring back to the Lodge or a full Italian dinner.

Sakura Asian Cuisine

Address: 55 Quaker Ave., Suite 101, Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 4 miles · 8 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-3488
Website: Sakura Asian Cuisine

A great nearby choice when you’re in the mood for Asian food. Sakura has a surprisingly broad menu covering Japanese, sushi, Chinese, and Thai dishes, so it’s particularly useful when everyone in the group wants something a little different.

Kanda House Thai Kitchen

Address: 304 Main St., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 4 miles · 8 minutes
Phone: (845) 871-2002

This small Main Street restaurant is one of our nearby picks for Thai food. Expect familiar Thai favorites including curries, noodle dishes, stir-fries, and soups in a casual setting that’s also well suited to takeout.

Pho Rush

Address: 331 Main St., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 4 miles · 8 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-9658

A newer addition to Cornwall’s Main Street dining scene, Pho Rush specializes in Vietnamese comfort food, including several varieties of pho along with banh mi, vermicelli bowls, rice dishes, summer rolls, and dumplings. A nice option for something warm and casual close to the Lodge.

Citrus Restaurant

Address: 1004 NY-94, New Windsor, NY 12553
From Storm King Lodge: About 6 miles · 11 minutes
Phone: (845) 787-4947

One of our favorites for Indian food. Citrus offers both Indian and Thai menus, with a comfortable dining room and a large selection that works especially well when you’re dining with a group.

Temple Hill Tavern

Address: 171 Temple Hill Rd., New Windsor, NY 12553
From Storm King Lodge: About 7 miles · 12 minutes
Phone: (845) 563-9044
Website: Temple Hill Tavern

For classic pub and tavern food, Temple Hill is one of our local choices. The menu includes wings, flatbreads, burgers, sandwiches, and dinner plates, along with local beer, wine, and craft cocktails. It’s casual, comfortable, and a good place to catch a game.

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Coffee & Breakfast

Cornwall Coffee Co. & Mercantile

Address: 310 Main St., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 4 miles · 8 minutes
Phone: (845) 480-3402

One of our favorite local coffee stops. Cornwall Coffee combines a specialty coffee shop with an old-fashioned mercantile, serving espresso drinks, teas, and pastries alongside an interesting selection of goods. It’s a great place to experience a little of Cornwall’s Main Street atmosphere.

Whistle Punk Coffee Roasters

Address: 2899 US-9W, Suite 100B, New Windsor, NY 12553
From Storm King Lodge: About 6 miles · 10 minutes
Phone: (845) 480-3402

Another highly recommended local coffee stop. Whistle Punk is both a specialty coffee bar and a working roastery, making it especially worth a visit for guests who take their coffee seriously.

Rocky Bagel

Address: 277 Main St., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 4 miles · 8 minutes
Phone: (845) 237-7034
Website: Rocky Bagel

For fresh local bagels, head into Cornwall to Rocky Bagel. Their New York-style bagels are boiled and baked, with a selection of flavors and house-made spreads. An easy choice for a quick breakfast before heading out for the day.

Jones Farm

Address: 190 Angola Rd., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 5 miles · 10 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-4445

Jones Farm is more than a breakfast stop—it’s a little Hudson Valley destination in itself. The longtime family farm combines a café, bakery, country store, local foods, gifts, and seasonal farm atmosphere. We especially recommend it if you want breakfast followed by a little browsing rather than simply grabbing something to eat.

Woodbury Diner

Address: 220 NY-32, Woodbury, NY 10917
From Storm King Lodge: About 9 miles · 13 minutes
Phone: (845) 273-1300
Website: Woodbury Diner

A classic local diner and a good choice when you want a substantial breakfast. The menu runs well beyond breakfast into traditional diner lunches and dinners, but we particularly like it as an easy morning stop—especially if you’re heading toward Woodbury Common afterward.

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Hiking & Outdoors

The Hudson Highlands are one of the biggest reasons to stay in this part of the Hudson Valley. You’ll find everything from easy walks to steep mountain hikes with expansive views of the Hudson River.

We’ve also put together our own guide to 10 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley. See 10 Hudson Valley Hikes for trail-by-trail recommendations.

Storm King State Park

Location: Mountain Rd., Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY 12520
From Storm King Lodge: About 7 miles · 15 minutes
Phone: (845) 786-2701
Website: Storm King State Park

Storm King State Park rises above the Hudson River and offers some of the area’s most dramatic mountain and river views. This is an undeveloped park intended primarily for hiking and enjoying the landscape, so expect limited facilities and come prepared with proper footwear, water, and supplies.

Black Rock Forest

Address: 65 Reservoir Rd., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 7 miles · 15 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-4517
Website: Black Rock Forest

Nearly 4,000 acres of protected forest, mountains, streams, and reservoirs sit just outside Cornwall. Black Rock Forest is both a scientific research forest and a wonderful place to experience the natural Hudson Highlands, with substantial elevation changes and an extensive trail system.

Bear Mountain State Park

Address: Palisades Parkway / Route 9W North, Bear Mountain, NY 10911
From Storm King Lodge: About 16 miles · 25 minutes
Phone: (845) 786-2701
Website: Bear Mountain State Park

One of the Hudson Valley’s best-known outdoor destinations, Bear Mountain combines hiking with scenic overlooks, picnic areas, a lake, seasonal recreation, and the Trailside Museums and Zoo. Check current park and trail conditions before leaving, as construction and trail closures can occasionally affect access.

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Arts & Culture

Storm King Art Center

Visitor Entrance: 20 Old Pleasant Hill Rd., New Windsor, NY 12553
From Storm King Lodge: About 1.5 miles · 3 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-3115
Website: Storm King Art Center

The namesake attraction right around the corner from the Lodge—and one of the Hudson Valley’s great destinations. Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum where large-scale sculpture is integrated into rolling fields, woods, and the surrounding landscape. Plan on walking, wear comfortable shoes, and give yourself plenty of time to explore.

Beacon, New York

From Storm King Lodge: About 15 miles · 25 minutes
Shopping Guide: Explore Beacon’s Shops & Boutiques

Across the Hudson River, Beacon is one of our favorite destinations for a day of exploring. Its long, walkable Main Street is packed with independent boutiques, bookstores, antiques and vintage shops, galleries, home and gift stores, specialty food shops, coffee houses, restaurants, and bars. You can easily spend several hours simply walking Main Street, shopping, and stopping for something to eat or drink along the way.

Dia Beacon

Address: 3 Beekman St., Beacon, NY 12508
From Storm King Lodge: About 16 miles · 25–30 minutes
Phone: (845) 231-0811
Website: Dia Beacon

If you’re making the trip to Beacon, Dia Beacon is the city’s signature arts destination. The museum occupies a former industrial building near the Hudson River and presents large-scale modern and contemporary art in expansive gallery spaces.

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Wineries & Breweries

Brotherhood Winery

Address: 100 Brotherhood Plaza Dr., Washingtonville, NY 10992
From Storm King Lodge: About 10 miles · 17 minutes
Phone: (845) 496-3661
Website: Brotherhood Winery

Founded in 1839, Brotherhood is known as America’s oldest continuously operating winery. Visitors can explore its historic setting and choose from tours and tastings or more casual seated tastings, making this one of the most distinctive wine experiences close to the Lodge.

Newburgh Brewing Company

Address: 88 Colden St., Newburgh, NY 12550
From Storm King Lodge: About 10 miles · 18 minutes
Website: Newburgh Brewing Company

Newburgh Brewing occupies a large historic industrial space near the Newburgh waterfront. It’s a good addition to a Newburgh outing—especially when paired with dinner or a walk along the Hudson.

Angry Orchard Cider House

Address: 2241 Albany Post Rd., Walden, NY 12586
From Storm King Lodge: About 17 miles · 25 minutes
Phone: (845) 713-5180
Website: Angry Orchard

Angry Orchard’s Hudson Valley home is much more than a place to buy cider. The orchard offers exclusive and seasonal ciders, food, tastings, tours, and special events, with plenty of outdoor space and orchard views.

City Winery Hudson Valley

Address: 23 Factory St., Montgomery, NY 12549
From Storm King Lodge: About 16 miles · 25 minutes
Website: City Winery Hudson Valley

Located in a converted historic mill complex, City Winery combines wine, dining, and live entertainment in one destination. It’s particularly good when you’re looking for more of an evening experience than a simple tasting, with regular concerts and events alongside its restaurant and tasting room.

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Shopping & Essentials

Woodbury Common Premium Outlets

Address: 498 Red Apple Ct., Central Valley, NY 10917
From Storm King Lodge: About 10 miles · 15 minutes
Phone: (845) 928-4000
Website: Woodbury Common Premium Outlets

One of the world’s best-known outlet shopping destinations is just a short drive from Storm King Lodge. Woodbury Common has more than 250 stores, ranging from major designer and luxury brands to familiar mainstream retailers. Give yourself several hours if shopping is a major part of your visit.

Cornwall Wines & Spirits

Address: 45 Quaker Ave., Suite 102, Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 4 miles · 8 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-5140

A convenient local shop in Cornwall for wine and spirits, with a broad selection and knowledgeable staff.

Adams Fairacre Farms – Newburgh

Address: 1240 NY-300, Newburgh, NY 12550
From Storm King Lodge: About 10 miles · 15 minutes
Phone: (845) 569-0303
Website: Adams Fairacre Farms

For guests stocking the Lodge kitchen, this is our recommendation when you want something beyond a standard supermarket. Adams combines a traditional grocery store with excellent produce, bakery, butcher, seafood, deli, prepared foods, and a wide variety of Hudson Valley and specialty products.

Hannaford – New Windsor

Address: 2636 NY-32, New Windsor, NY 12553
From Storm King Lodge: About 7 miles · 12 minutes
Phone: (845) 562-5169
Website: Hannaford

For straightforward everyday groceries, Hannaford in the Vails Gate area is a convenient full-service supermarket. It’s a good choice for a normal grocery run when you don’t need the specialty selection at Adams.

CVS Pharmacy – Cornwall

Address: 65 Quaker Ave., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 4 miles · 8 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-2506
Website: CVS Pharmacy

A convenient nearby option for prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, toiletries, and everyday drugstore essentials.

Starbucks – Vails Gate

Address: 113 Temple Hill Rd., New Windsor, NY 12553
From Storm King Lodge: About 7 miles · 12 minutes
Website: Starbucks

If you prefer the familiar Starbucks menu, there’s a location in the Vails Gate area. For a more local coffee experience, see Cornwall Coffee Co. & Mercantile or Whistle Punk Coffee Roasters above.

Everyday Retail

For general retail shopping—including Target, Walmart, clothing, electronics, household supplies, and similar stores—you’ll find major shopping areas in Newburgh along Route 300 and in the Monroe, Harriman, and Central Valley area near Woodbury Common.

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Family Attractions

LEGOLAND New York Resort

Address: 1 LEGOLAND Blvd., Goshen, NY 10924
From Storm King Lodge: About 22 miles · 30 minutes
Phone: (845) 410-0290
Website: LEGOLAND New York Resort

LEGOLAND New York Resort is a full-scale LEGO theme park in Goshen designed especially for families with younger children, with rides, themed lands, interactive attractions, and LEGO-building experiences. At roughly a half-hour from Storm King Lodge, the Lodge can make a convenient Hudson Valley base for a LEGOLAND visit.

Staying with children? Children are welcome with an approved Entire Lodge Rental, but Storm King Lodge’s historic building and grounds require responsible adult supervision at all times. See our House Rules and Guest Guide for our complete children and supervision policy.

Jones Farm

Address: 190 Angola Rd., Cornwall, NY 12518
From Storm King Lodge: About 5 miles · 10 minutes
Phone: (845) 534-4445

Jones Farm also deserves a place in the family section. Beyond breakfast and the bakery, the farm setting, country store, gifts, seasonal displays, and farm atmosphere make it an easy nearby outing without committing to an entire day.

Bear Mountain State Park

From Storm King Lodge: About 16 miles · 25 minutes
Website: Bear Mountain State Park

For families looking for an outdoor day, Bear Mountain offers much more than hiking, with seasonal recreation, picnic areas, and the Trailside Museums and Zoo. See Hiking & Outdoors for more information.

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FAQs

How Far Is Storm King Art Center?

Very close. Storm King Art Center’s visitor entrance is approximately 1.5 miles from Storm King Lodge, or about a 3-minute drive.

How Far Is Woodbury Common Premium Outlets?

Woodbury Common Premium Outlets is approximately 10–12 miles from Storm King Lodge, or about a 15 minute drive. With more than 250 stores, it’s an easy half-day or full-day shopping destination during your stay.

How Far Is West Point Military Academy?

United States Military Academy at West Point is approximately 12 miles from Storm King Lodge, or about a 20-minute drive. If you plan to visit the Academy, allow additional time for security and visitor access procedures and check the current requirements before leaving the Lodge.

Where Should We Go for Groceries?

For everyday groceries, we recommend Hannaford in New Windsor. If you’re stocking the Lodge for a longer stay or want excellent produce, meats, bakery items, prepared foods, and local Hudson Valley products, we recommend Adams Fairacre Farms in Newburgh.

Where Can We Get Coffee?

For local coffee, our first recommendations are Cornwall Coffee Co. & Mercantile in Cornwall and Whistle Punk Coffee Roasters in New Windsor. A Starbucks is also available in Vails Gate.

What’s Good for a Night Out?

For dinner, Hudson Taco is one of our favorites, particularly if you want to combine dinner with Newburgh’s Hudson River waterfront. For wine and live entertainment, City Winery Hudson Valley is another great option.

Where Should We Go Hiking?

You have excellent hiking in nearly every direction. Storm King State Park and Black Rock Forest are among the closest choices, with Bear Mountain and the wider Hudson Highlands offering many more options.

For specific trails, difficulty levels, and ideas, see our guide to 10 Hikes in the Lower Hudson Valley.

When Is Peak Fall Foliage in the Hudson Valley?

Fall colors typically begin appearing in the Hudson Valley in late September, with the most vibrant foliage generally occurring from early October through early November. Peak color varies each year depending on temperatures and weather, but mid-to-late October is often an especially beautiful time to visit Storm King Lodge.

Is Storm King Lodge a Good Place for a Romantic Getaway?

Absolutely. Storm King Lodge offers a peaceful Hudson Valley setting surrounded by mountains, historic character, and plenty to explore together. For an especially cozy stay, consider our Pine Suite or Loft Suite, both featuring private bathrooms and seasonal fireplaces, then spend your days exploring local wineries, restaurants, hiking trails, and nearby Storm King Art Center.

How Far Is Storm King Lodge from New York City?

Storm King Lodge is conveniently located about 45 minutes from Manhattan, making it an easy Hudson Valley getaway from New York City. Travel time can vary considerably with traffic, so we recommend allowing additional time during peak travel periods.

Is Storm King Lodge a Good Place for a Winter Getaway?

Absolutely. Winter is a wonderful time to enjoy the cozy side of Storm King Lodge, with mountain scenery, a warm Great Room, pellet stove, and seasonal fireplaces. Spend the day exploring the Hudson Valley, shopping at Woodbury Common, or visiting local restaurants and wineries, then return to the Lodge for a relaxing winter evening.

How Accurate Are the Drive Times?

Distances and drive times in this guide are approximate from Storm King Lodge and are provided for planning purposes. Traffic, weather, construction, and your exact route can affect travel times.