Hours of Operation
Park hours and facility operations are subject to change. Patrons are encouraged to contact the park directly to confirm operating hours before traveling.
- Open year round.
- Park Hours: 8 a.m. – sunset
- Bear Mountain Pool - 2013 Swimming Season:
6/15 - 9/2: Weekends and holidays, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Last admission at 6 p.m.)
6/24 - 8/30: Weekdays, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Last admission at 5 p.m.) 2013 Merry-Go-Round Schedule:
4/4 - 6/28: Weekends and holidays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
6/29 - 9/1: Wednesday and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
9/2 - 3/31: Weekends and holidays, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Perkins Memorial Drive & Tower Hours: April – late November; daylight hours weather permitting,
Trailside Museums and Zoo Hours: 10 AM – 4:30 PM daily.
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
- Boat rentals: Late April - Late October
Ice Rink: Open late October through early March, weather permitting.
Public Skate Sessions:
Mondays & Tuesdays: 10 - 11:30 am, 12-1:30 pm.
Fridays: 8-9:30 pm.
Saturdays & Sundays: 10-11:30 am, 12-1:30 pm, 2-3:30 pm, 4-5:30 pm, 6-7:30 pm, 8-9:30 pm.
*For special holiday hours, please call 845-786-2701.
Private sessions may be available Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays from 8 am - 3:30 pm, and Sundays nights from 8 - 9:30 pm. Reservations should be made in advance. $180 fee per hour.
The rink is outdoors and uncovered so please dress appropriately. Lockers are available. Visit www.bearmountainicerink.com for more details.